Key facts
- Idris Elba commented on the casting of James Bond.
- He stated the character was "written how he was written for a reason."
- Elba suggested some international audiences might not accept a Black actor as James Bond.
Actor Idris Elba has commented on the long-standing debate surrounding the casting of the next James Bond. Elba stated that the character was "written how he was written for a reason." He further suggested that some international audiences might not be receptive to a Black actor portraying the iconic spy.