Tom Hiddleston has added fuel to rumours that he’s set to be James Bond after being spotted in a meeting with Sam Mendes.
The Night Manager star, who is tipped to be the next 007, was reportedly seen with Mendes and Bond producer Barbara Broccoli in London this week.
According to reports, the trio met at Soho House on Dean Street on Wednesday evening where they stayed until 1am.
A source told The Mirror: “At first it was Barbara, Tom and another good-looking young man.
“Then Sam Mendes joined them at about 11pm and they stayed until around 1am.
“There was lots of laughter; they all looked to be having a very jolly time.
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“We were gobsmacked they were being so brazen about it. They clearly didn’t mind who saw them.”
Despite being in the running to play the British spy, Hiddleston has played down rumours in recent weeks.
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Speaking on Graham Norton, he said: “The thing is the position isn't vacant as far as I am aware. No one has talked to me about it.
“I think the rumours have all come about because in the Night Manager I play a spy and people have made the link.”
While no decisions have been announced, current Bond Daniel Craig is thought to be stepping down following his turn in Spectre.