Tom Holland and Jacob Elordi are reportedly in a heated rivalry as both actors vie for the coveted role of James Bond in Bond 26, which is still in early development. According to Radar Online, the competition between the two has reached a boiling point, with both actors feeling “raging jealousy.”
The source revealed that Elordi, 28, had a fling with Zendaya, Holland’s fiancée, during the filming of Euphoria in 2019, further fueling tensions between the two. Holland, however, has been reportedly “patiently watching” the situation for years, carefully avoiding campaigning for the role, similar to his strategy when landing his Spider-Man role.
Holland’s British roots give him an edge, while Elordi’s towering stature and commanding presence may make him a formidable contender. The 29-year-old Elordi is praised for his “muscles,” “deep voice,” and “classically handsome” look, which some feel make him a better fit for the iconic role.
The rivalry comes at a time when other popular Bond contenders, like Idris Elba and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, are aging out of the race. Elordi’s deep involvement in Hollywood’s eclectic projects and directors further bolsters his chances. Meanwhile, Holland’s long-time ally, producer Amy Pascal, who helped him land Spider-Man, has now been named as one of the new Bond producers, possibly giving him an advantage.
The competition between the two is only heating up as both actors are determined to take on the iconic role, and their bitter history adds an intriguing layer to the ongoing battle.
