Weighing in with their own thoughts, a number of GB News viewers appeared to side with Simon’s point of view.
Leo argued on Twitter: “There is no reason why 008 should not be a woman, of colour, of any background. But 007 is a globally known character with a back story e.g. Scottish aristocrat, white male, stiff upper lip etc. That should be maintained in specifically 007 films.”
Sharry added: “James Bond and his 007 number is male it’s in the detail a female bond would just ruin the franchise.”
While Dot vented: “Fgs! It’s an existing character who is popular because of the character. Write a new equivalent and stop destroying an existing iconic and very successful creation.” (Sic)
The Great British Breakfast airs daily at 6am on GB News.
