Daniel Craig Reflects on Fame as Bond

In a recent interview with The New Yorker, Daniel Craig opened up about the psychological challenges he faced following his rise to fame after starring in 'Casino Royale' in 2006. Craig described feeling 'paranoid' and locking himself away, struggling to cope with the overwhelming attention that fame brought, stating, 'The freedom that you had as a semi-anonymous human being has gone.' Despite the initial skepticism surrounding his casting, 'Casino Royale' garnered critical acclaim, establishing Craig as a definitive Bond and leading to four subsequent films. He emphasized the profound sense of loss regarding his previous anonymity and the difficulties of socializing in the public eye. Craig also highlighted the evolution of female characters in the Bond franchise during his tenure, particularly through the portrayal of Vesper Lynd and Madeleine Swann, who provided depth to the role of 'Bond girls.' His final performance as Bond was in 'No Time to Die' in 2021, with discussions ongoing about his successor.