James Bond executives eye Lucien Laviscount as the next 007

As a charming heartthrob in the Netflix series Emily in Paris, he has garnered millions of fans.

And now it’s revealed that actor Lucien Laviscount has also caught the eye of James Bond boss Barbara Broccoli and is hired as the new 007 to replace Daniel Craig.

The laid-back Burnley-born actor caught the attention of the franchise’s bosses with his role in the rom-com series as Emily Cooper’s boyfriend, Alfie, played by Lily Collins.

The 30-year-old Laviscount, who first appeared as a child model for Marks & Spencer at the age of ten, is also considered the perfect age to play Bond. Ms Broccoli has made it clear she would like the next actor to portray the character for 15 years, ruling out former favorite Idris Elba, who turned 50 in September.

Lucien Laviscount is set to become the new 007, replacing Daniel Craig. Pictured: Actor Emily Paris attends the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, California March 2022

Laviscount joined Emily in Paris for his second series when his British banker character swept lead actress Emily off her feet. Pictured: Lily Collins as Emily and Lucien Laviscount as Alfie in Emily in Paris

It is also believed that Ms Broccoli and her team are keen to have a minority ethnic star play 007 in order for the franchise to reflect modern society.

However, some executives fear Laviscount’s appearance on reality show Celebrity Big Brother in 2011, when he placed fifth, will hurt his chances of getting the job as previous bonds have been more demanding.

A source said: “Lucien ticks all the boxes. He is a super talented actor, extremely good looking and has gained a lot of new fans in the last 18 months since he joined Emily In Paris.

“Bond bosses are already saying how you can see him in the 007 tuxedo, how dapper and fit for the role he’ll look.

“But there’s a sticking point, and that’s Big Brother. Lucien appeared on the show at a time when his acting career wasn’t as high profile as it is today, but he was hugely popular then and now has a fan base that spans generations. This is a dream come true for Barbara who is very taken with him.”

Laviscount has also caught the eye of James Bond boss Barbara Broccoli and is set to replace Daniel Craig as the new 007. Pictured: Craig and Broccoli on stage with Michelle Yeoh in Beverly Hills, California September 2022

The laid-back Burnley-born actor caught the attention of the franchise’s bosses with his role in the rom-com series as Emily Cooper’s boyfriend, Alfie, played by Lily Collins. Pictured: Laviscount pictured in April 2022

Laviscount joined Emily in Paris for his second series when his British banker character swept lead actress Emily off her feet after meeting her during her French class. They enjoyed a romance after he decided to live in the French capital.

Laviscount’s first acting role was in BBC drama Clocking Off before landing a full-time job on Coronation Street playing religious swimmer Ben Richardson. After his stint on Celebrity Big Brother, he starred in Waterloo Road before moving to the US and landing a role as Earl Gray on Fox’s horror comedy series Scream Queens.

He can also be seen in the BBC3 drama Peacock as well as the Netflix film Your Christmas Or Mine alongside Angela Griffin and sex education actor Asa Butterfield. Laviscount has reportedly dated a number of celebrities, including Kelly Osbourne and Little Mix singer Leigh-Anne Pinnock.

Meanwhile, it can also be revealed that although Ms Broccoli said no new 007 film is imminent, stunt men and women are being tested at Pinewood Studios. A source there said: “They want to be ready when things move with the new Bond.”