'Poldark' Star Aidan Turner Licensed To Stay Silent Over James Bond Speculation
Aiden Turner Reveals Why He's Keeping Schtum On 'Bond' Rumours
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Aidan Turner will not respond to speculation that he could become the new James Bond, because "once you comment on it, it disappears".
The 'Poldark' star is currently the bookies' favourite to replace Daniel Craig as 007, followed by other British stars including Tom Hiddleston, James Norton and Idris Elba.
The TV star also revealed that he had only himself to blame - or credit - for the topless scything scene in Poldark, which sent viewers into meltdown.
Turner went viral and hit the headlines after showing off his six-pack.
"It was my idea to take my top off," he admitted.
"It was probably a huge mistake. But Poldark's out in the fields, it's a really hot day, there's a lot of work and it wouldn't have made sense with a top on.
"It was never supposed to be sexually provocative.
"So when the show came out and it all kicked off, I was a bit surprised. But it kind of put the show on the map."
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Damien Lewis(01 of13)
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The first red-headed James Bond?
Idris Elba(02 of13)
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So many people have asked him about it, Idris will no longer discuss the subject. But while Pierce Brosnan remarked Bond boss Barbara Broccoli wouldn't be happy with a Black Bond, she told HuffPostUK, "I don't know what Pierce is talking about."
Tom Hardy(03 of13)
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Arguably too rugged for the corridors of Westminster where James Bond has to defend his actions, but very, very popular.
Chiwetel Ejiofor(04 of13)
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Another actor who's been asked so many times, now he just smiles when asked.
Tom Hiddleston(05 of13)
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If pouting were all that is required, Tom Hiddleston would go straight to Vauxhall Bridge.
Clive Owen(06 of13)
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Has proved he has the required steeliness in any number of big screen roles, but success Stateside might make him no longer willing to commit.
Douglas Booth(07 of13)
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No gun or martial arts skills required, he can just look at them, and wait for submission.
John Boyega(08 of13)
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What the 'Star Wars' star may lack in stature, he more than makes up for in enthusiasm and appeal. Although the Bond villains might just want to cuddle him.
Taron Egerton(09 of13)
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Michael Fassbender(10 of13)
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Like Pierce Brosnan, Irish charm could help the 'Steve Jobs' star int the role.
Sam Claflin(11 of13)
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The 'Hunger Games' star represents the best of British.
Tom Hughes(12 of13)
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Who, you ask? Set to play Prince Albert against Jenna Coleman in the forthcoming 'Victoria' TV series, Tom has already proven himself a master of espionage in 'The Game' and 'Page Eight', both on TV. When not if he gets the call, don't say we didn't give you the heads up...
Jeremy Clarkson(13 of13)
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... or alternatively, don't say we didn't warn you.