McGregor to spy another day as 007?

Metro11 April 2012
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Ewan McGregor, 33, who has long been tipped as the next James Bond, is in negotiations for the role.

A well-placed source said talks were at an early stage, adding: "Ewan has a big advantage - he's already an international star who's proven himself in both romantic and action roles."

The news came as Pierce Brosnan, 51, revealed his anger at being dumped. He said: "I was gutted because I was set up to do a fifth."

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