Daniel Craig Reflects on Emotional Challenges of James Bond Fame

The actor revealed that his 15-year tenure as 007 took a personal toll on his family and influenced his career choices.

Daniel Craig described the fame from playing James Bond as 'emotionally difficult' for both him and his family during a recent interview at the BFI in London.
Craig, who starred in five Bond films from 2006 to 2021, shared that the intense public attention significantly altered his personal life and career trajectory.
He admitted that while he loved the role, the physical and emotional demands of playing Bond left him exhausted and impacted his time with his family.
Craig explained that his hesitation about fame did not stop him from taking the role, but stepping away from Bond has allowed him to explore more diverse roles, such as his recent performance in the film 'Queer.'
The actor also noted that the next James Bond will likely be in their 30s, according to franchise producer Barbara Broccoli, signaling a new direction for the iconic series.