James Bond was nearly a woman before Sean Connery was cast, new book claims

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James Bond was nearly a woman before Sean Connery was cast, new book claims

Sir Sean Connery has become one of the most popular James Bond stars (Picture: Bettman Archive) A lot has been said about the possibility of a female James Bond over the years – with some film fans up in arms over the suggestion – but it turns out the spy was almost the opposite sex in the first place. Sir Sean Connery was the first to take on the role and starred as 007 in seven films between 1962 and 1983, making his debut in Dr No. The late s…