Jeff Bezos wants wife Lauren Sanchez to be the next Bond girl: Report

Insiders claim Jeff Bezos is looking to reshape how women are portrayed in the iconic spy series
PUBLISHED OCT 7, 2025
Jeff Bezos is reportedly 'fixated' on making Lauren Sanchez the leading lady in the upcoming 007 film (Getty Images)
Jeff Bezos is reportedly 'fixated' on making Lauren Sanchez the leading lady in the upcoming 007 film (Getty Images)

CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA: In a real-life plot twist worthy of a James Bond film, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is reportedly using his industry clout to secure his wife, Lauren Sanchez, a starring role in the next 007 movie.

According to celebrity columnist Rob Shuter’s #ShuterScoop, Bezos is said to be “fixated” on making Sanchez the leading lady of the upcoming Bond installment, a move that has already sent shockwaves through Hollywood.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez attend
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez attend 'The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power' World Premiere in Leicester Square on August 30, 2022, in London, England (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

Jeff Bezos’ $8 billion power play

Reports suggest Jeff Bezos’ influence over the iconic spy franchise stems from Amazon’s 2022 acquisition of MGM Studios, the studio behind the James Bond series, in an $8 billion deal.

Though long-time Bond producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli still retain creative control, the merger gives Amazon significant say in future projects.

Jeff Bezos leaves the Aman Hotel during the Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Wedding on June 27, 2025 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by Ernesto Ruscio/GC Images)
Jeff Bezos leaves the Aman Hotel during the Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Wedding on June 27, 2025, in Venice, Italy (Ernesto Ruscio/GC Images)

Industry insiders claim Bezos is determined to use that leverage to elevate his wife’s profile on the silver screen.

Despite Sanchez having no formal acting background, sources suggest Bezos is pushing for her to land a significant role in the next Bond film, potentially rewriting the traditional “Bond girl” archetype.

Halle Berry as Giacinta 'Jinx' Johnson in 'Die Another Day' (Screengrab/James Bond 007/YouTube)
Halle Berry as Giacinta 'Jinx' Johnson in 'Die Another Day' (Screengrab/James Bond 007/YouTube)

Lauren Sanchez’s Hollywood leap

Lauren Sanchez, a former television journalist and helicopter pilot, is no stranger to the public eye. Known for her glamour and charisma, she has long been part of the media spotlight, but if the reports are accurate, the Bond role would mark her first step into mainstream acting.

Industry chatter indicates Bezos’ ambitions for Sanchez go beyond mere screen time. Insiders claim the tech mogul wants to “redefine the way women are portrayed” in the franchise, steering it toward more powerful and multidimensional female roles.

(L-R) Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez attend The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez attend The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating 'Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion' at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6, 2024, in New York City (Cindy Ord/MG24/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

Tentatively titled 'Bond 26', the upcoming film is set to be directed by Denis Villeneuve, the visionary behind 'Dune' and 'Blade Runner 2049', with 'Peaky Blinders' creator Steven Knight writing the screenplay.

The project remains shrouded in secrecy, especially regarding who will replace Daniel Craig as the next James Bond. Bezos even joined the online debate earlier this year, posting on X (formerly Twitter) to ask fans who they’d like to see in the role.

Lauren Sanchez faces competition from Sydney Sweeney

While Lauren Sanchez’s name has made headlines, Sydney Sweeney is reportedly another strong contender for the role. Known for her performances in 'Euphoria' and 'Anyone But You', the 27-year-old's collaboration history with Villeneuve is seen as a major advantage.

Sydney Sweeney attends the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards at Barker Hangar on June 05, 2022 in Santa Monica, California.
Sydney Sweeney attends the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards at Barker Hangar on June 5, 2022, in Santa Monica, California (Getty Images)

Still, with Bezos’ reported determination and Amazon’s considerable stake in MGM, Hollywood insiders aren’t ruling out a casting curveball that could make Sanchez one of the most talked-about leading ladies in Bond history.

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