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Flaminia Luck

Bookies back Billy Elliot star Jamie Bell to be the next James Bond

William Hill has tipped North East actor Jamie Bell to take on the iconic role of James Bond, pricing him at 18-1.

The actor who hails from Billingham, County Durham, is best known for his role as Billy Elliot who he played when he was 11 years old. The now 36-year-old was added to the Bond market at the end of last year, after the release of Amazon Prime film Without Remorse .

The actor is currently priced at 18-1, alongside other well-known stars including Tom Hiddleston and Chiwetel Ejiofor, both priced at 20-1, in the 007 market.

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