- Primary Subject: James Bond 26 / Trina Parks Casting Comments
- Key Update: Former Bond star Trina Parks voiced her support for Sydney Sweeney and Zendaya to become the next iconic Bond girls in the upcoming Bond 26.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: November 9, 2026
- Quick Answer: Diamonds Are Forever actress Trina Parks endorsed Sydney Sweeney and Zendaya as ideal choices for strong, independent modern Bond girls in the upcoming film.
The search for a new James Bond continues, with casting rumors swirling here and there. However, if Diamonds Are Forever star Trina Parks had her way, she would want Sydney Sweeney or Zendaya to become the next Bond girl.
So far, several actors have been rumored to be in the running for the role of the next 007, including Jack Lowden, Callum Turner and Josh O’Connor, among others.
However, with no official casting announcement yet, could a woman possibly take the lead in Bond 26?
Who Does Trina Parks Want to Be the Next James Bond?
Starting with Dr. No in 1962, the James Bond franchise has been around for 64 years, with six actors, all men, playing the lead role.
It began with Sean Connery as the first 007, followed by George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan, and Daniel Craig, who was the last to portray the character before his exit in the 2021 film No Time to Die.
So, if a woman were to portray the renowned British Secret Service agent, Diamonds Are Forever star Trina Parks believes the first Bond girl should be someone with “ownership over her sexuality.” That said, she has an idea of who could perfectly portray the role.
"Sydney would do a wonderful job," she told The Telegraph, referring to Sydney Sweeney. "She has done quite a range of acting things and basically has got ownership of her sexual identity.”
For the 78-year-old star, who played an assassin in Diamonds Are Forever, Sweeney is not only a talented actress but also possesses the “Hollywood classic kind of style and poise, which really works for her projects and brand.”
“I feel for modern cinema and film-making and the future of Bond, audiences want to see a woman opposite Bond who is independent. Sydney has those qualities," Parks added. "To have the girl of the moment in Bond would be good. Sydney definitely has a look that would fit.”
Parks also shortlisted Zendaya as a potential first Bond girl, praising her “very strong screen prowess.”
“And she would be another woman who would not be a pushover for Bond, which would be a good thing,” she continued.
Other actresses Parks could see as potential Bond girls include Margaret Qualley, Nathalie Emmanuel, and Michelle Randolph.
When Will the New James Bond Be Announced?
Since Daniel Craig stepped down as James Bond, there have been several rumors about who could follow in his footsteps.
Now, two new names have emerged, with Nicholas Hoult and The Batman actor Robert Pattinson joining the casting rumors.
So, while this feels like a vortex of speculation that has been going on and on, when will the new James Bond finally be announced?
According to Deadline, while nothing has been confirmed yet, the final announcement may be made before the end of November, particularly before Thanksgiving.
It was also reported that the addition of Pattinson and Hoult to the mix has made the competition for the role even tougher. However, it was clarified that Josh O’Connor was the last-minute addition, while Pattinson and Hoult had always been under consideration.
The final screen tests were originally scheduled for October. But due to scheduling conflicts among the final five actors, they were moved to a later date, although an announcement could still be coming soon.
With the casting rumors continuing to pile up, fans may finally find out who will inherit the iconic 007 role before the month is over.