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Idris Elba shuts down the idea of a black James Bond
Key takeaways
- Idris Elba says many people will not accept a black James Bond.
- Sir Idris Elba says rumours of him playing James Bond were "never legit".
- The British actor says Bond is big all over the world and some markets will not accept a Black man in that role.
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Idris Elba says many people will not accept a black James Bond. (Getty Images: Theo Wargo)
Sir Idris Elba says rumours of him playing James Bond were "never legit".
The British actor says Bond is big all over the world and some markets will not accept a Black man in that role.
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