Latest Idris Elba News - Page 6
Idris Elba Posts Great Response To Anthony Horowitz's Apology After "Street" Remark
Idris Elba has posted a great response to writer Anthony Horowitz’s apology for earlier calling the actor too “street” to play James Bond, proving he definitely is “suave” enough to play the British spy.The 42...
By Ed Biggs in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 03 September 2015
Azealia Banks: Idris Elba Is Too Masculine For Bond
Azealia Banks thinks Idris Elba is ''too much man'' to play James Bond.The controversial US rapper has become the latest big name to discusses Idris' suitability for the role, arguing he's far too masculine and...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 02 September 2015
James Bond Author Anthony Horowitz Apologises For "Street" Description Of Idris Elba
Current James Bond author Anthony Horowitz has released a statement retracting his comments over Idris Elba’s suitability to replace Daniel Craig as 007, after he was accused of racism following an interview in which he...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 01 September 2015
Author Apologises To Idris Elba Over James Bond Comments
The writer, who has written a new James Bond book, made his comments about Elba - best known for his roles in TV dramas Luther and The Wire - to the Mail on...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 01 September 2015
Star Trek Beyond Cast Pay Tribute To Leonard Nimoy
Zachary Quinto has led a tribute video to 'Star Trek' legend Leonard Nimoy. The 38-year-old actor remembered Leonard - who played the iconic character Spock across film and TV from 1964 to 2013 - as...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 August 2015
Pierce Brosnan Reckons The Time Is Right For A Black Or Gay James Bond
There’s been much talk about Idris Elba being cast as the next James Bond, potentially becoming the first black man to portray 007 on the big screen. However, Pierce Brosnan has said that he could...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 August 2015
Pierce Brosnan Would Welcome A Gay James Bond
Pierce Brosnan would welcome a gay James Bond - but doesn't think it'll ever happen.The 62-year-old actor - who starred as the iconic secret agent in four films from 1995 to 2002 - has claimed...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 26 August 2015
John Newman Rejected Will Smith
John Newman rejected the chance to work with Will Smith.The 'Come And Get It' hitmaker was in talks to record with 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' star for his second studio record 'Revolve' but revealed...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 26 August 2015
Idris Elba Enjoys 'Massive' Manhood Rumour
Idris Elba is happy with the rumour he has a ''massive penis''.The 42-year-old British actor saw his Twitter followers rise sharply and a flurry of activity on his social media account back in August 2014...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 17 August 2015
David Oyelowo To Play James Bond... In Audiobook
English actor David Oyelowo has been selected to play James Bond – in an audiobook version of a brand new 007 novel penned by Anthony Horowitz. The book, titled ‘Trigger Mortis’, has been commissioned by...
By Ed Biggs in Movies / TV / Theatre on 13 August 2015
David Oyelowo Voices James Bond Audiobook
David Oyelowo will voice James Bond in forthcoming thriller 'Trigger Mortis'. The Shakespearian actor will be the first black actor to play 007 and while it is for the audiobook rather than on-screen, it's a...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 13 August 2015
Idris Elba Doubts His Chances Of Playing James Bond
Idris Elba thinks playing James Bond would be ''a self-fulfilling prophecy''.The 42-year-old star - who's been heavily linked with the coveted role, once current incumbent Daniel Craig steps to one side - has admitted his...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 06 August 2015
Gemma Arterton Hates Make-up Questions
Gemma Arterton hates being asked questions about her dress size and make-up routine. The 29-year-old actress has become more confident at avoiding queries about her size and beauty regime when she walks the red carpet...
By Bang Showbiz in Fashion / Beauty on 05 August 2015
Idris Elba Becomes First Male On Maxim Magazine Cover
The Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom star is featured on the front of publication's September issue (15), marking the first solo-male cover for Maxim. Editor-in-Chief Kate Lanphear tells website Racked Elba is...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 05 August 2015
Idris Seen As Evil Warlord In Netflix Movie 'Beasts Of No Nation'
Idris Elba depicts an evil warlord in the newly released trailer for upcoming Netflix movie 'Beasts of No Nation'.The 42-year-old actor plays the central character - known as Commandant - who is a leader of...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 31 July 2015
Eddie Redmayne, Kristen Stewart And Idris Elba To Compete At Venice Film Festival
Oscar-winning actor Redmayne plays Einar Wegener, one of the first people to undergo a sex change operation, in The Danish Girl, which will compete for the festival's top trophy against the futuristic love...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 July 2015
Duran Duran Want Kanye West For Bond Theme
Duran Duran want Kanye West to do the next James Bond theme.The 'Hungry Like The Wolf' hitmakers have suggested the 38-year-old musician should follow in Adele's footsteps by rapping the theme to the forthcoming James...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 17 July 2015
Snoop Dogg Prompts Fear Of Chaos At U.k. Festival
The rapper has been unveiled as the mystery 'special guest' at the Mutiny Festival this weekend (17-19Jul15) but the news has angered many of those living in nearby Fontwell, West Sussex. They...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 16 July 2015
Idris Elba Breakdances And Confirms He Will Appear In 'Star Trek Beyond'
Idris Elba has confirmed he will be starring in the upcoming Star Trek Beyond after appearing in a behind the scenes video for a new fan competition where he showed off his breakdancing skills. Launched...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 July 2015
Idris Elba Confirmed For Star Trek Beyond
Idris Elba will appear in 'Star Trek Beyond'.The 42-year-old star - who was rumoured to be starring as a villain in the sci-fi sequel - confirmed he will be taking up a role in the...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 15 July 2015
Little Mix Want A Spice World-style Movie
Little Mix want to make their own 'Spice World'-inspired movie.The 'Black Magic' hitmakers - made up of Jesy Nelson, Perrie Edwards, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall - have confessed they'd love to follow in the...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 14 July 2015
Netflix Announces Premiere Dates For First Batch Of Original Films
Netflix has moved into the world of original films and the fun starts this October! Yes the streaming service has just revealed the premiere dates for its first batch of original features, with Cary Fukunaga’s...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 08 July 2015
Idris Elba Almost Passed Out During Aerobatic Stunt
The Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom star faced his fear of heights to fly a small plane and complete 360-degree loops and twists in preparation for an aerobatic competition during the series....
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 06 July 2015
Idris Elba Kept Tv Show Stunts A Secret From Family
The Wire star takes on rally driving, tries to break a land speed record, and flies an aerobatic plane in his new TV series Idris Elba: No Limits, and he admits the stunts...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 06 July 2015
Daniel Radcliffe Named Rear Of The Year 2015
Daniel Radcliffe has been named Rear Of The Year 2015.The 25-year-old actor, who's best known for his starring role in the 'Harry Potter' franchise, beat the likes of Idris Elba and 'Fifty Shades of Grey'...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 01 July 2015
Idris Elba Answers The James Bond Question: "It's Just A Rumour. I Have No Idea"
Idris Elba has long been rumoured to be the next in line to play James Bond once Daniel Craig steps down from the franchise later this year. But while ‘The Wire’ actor has previously stated...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 June 2015
Idris Elba Has 'No Idea' If He'll Play James Bond
Idris Elba has ''no idea'' whether he'll be the next James Bond.The 42-year-old actor - who previously starred as former South African President Nelson Mandela in ' Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' - has been...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 June 2015
Channing Tatum: Don't Have An American James Bond
Channing Tatum would love to be the next James Bond - but says the secret agent ''shouldn't be an American''.The 35-year-old actor - who plays an undercover cop in the 'Jump Street' franchise - has...
By Bang Showbiz in Movies / TV / Theatre on 18 June 2015
Idris Elba Feels Like A Fashion Lottery Winner
Idris Elba feels like he's ''won the lottery'' since launching a fashion line with Superdry. The 'Prometheus' star partnered with the popular high street clothing brand to produce a 250 premium-piece collection that launched last...
By Bang Showbiz in Fashion / Beauty on 17 June 2015
Is Damian Lewis Set To Replace Daniel Craig As James Bond?
‘Homeland’ star Damian Lewis has emerged as one of the frontrunners to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond, after a string of bets caused bookies to slash their odds on the actor. Current Bond Daniel...
By Stephanie Chase in Movies / TV / Theatre on 16 June 2015
Idris Elba
