Naomie Harris delightedly admits it's 'amazing and means so much' to film Bond 25 in Jamaica as it's her mother's home country
Naomie Harris has admitted that she is thrilled at being able to shoot Bond 25 in Jamaica because it's her mother's home country.
On Thursday, the actress, 42, was confirmed to reprise her role as Eve Moneypenny for a third time in the new 007 alongside Daniel Craig for his fifth and final outing as the 007 agent.
And Naomie admitted during the live Q&A announcement that her family 'went crazy' when she told them she would returning to the franchise, adding that their pride stemmed from her mother growing up on the Caribbean island before emigrating to London.
'That's where my roots are from!' Naomie Harris, 42, has admitted that she is thrilled at being able to shoot Bond 25 in Jamaica because it's her mother's home country
Naomie delightedly revealed: 'All I thought about was my family actually I just thought, "Oh they're gonna go crazy."
'And they did go crazy, they threw a massive party and it's been like a whole celebration. It's not like I just got the job it's like the whole family got the job and they're so excited about it, they're all huge Bond fans, it means so much to all of us.
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'They're all so excited because it's happening here [Jamaica]. I'm Jamaican, that's where my roots are from, so it's amazing that it's being launched here, so amazing!'
Naomie has played the role of Eve Moneypenny in the last two instalments in the long-running franchise, Skyfall and Spectre.
Line-up: On Thursday, the actress was confirmed to reprise her role as Eve Moneypenny for a third time in the new 007 alongside Daniel Craig for his fifth and final outing as the 007 agent
Opt for ochre like Naomie in a dress by Cushnie
The cast of the latest James Bond film has been unveiled, and it’s safe to say each member brought their style A-game to the highly-anticipated photocall!
Naomie Harris ensured she stood out for all the right reasons in an exquisite Cushnie dress, accessorized with barely-there heels and a watch by Omega.
Hailing from the brand’s pre-fall 2019 collection, this cheery number boasts a draped one-shoulder neckline and asymmetric skirt. We adore the rich ochre hue; it makes a subtle statement while proving flattering against all skin tones.
Unfortunately, this dress isn't available to buy at the moment, but you can shop the current line by clicking (right).
If you're keen to emulate the look, we have also scoured the web for similar dresses. Browse our favorite finds from Bec & Bridge, Reiss, Missy Empire and NBD in the carousel below.
News of her casting comes a year after she revealed hopes to come back to the franchise, telling the Press Association: 'Let’s hope so. I would be very disappointed not to be. I would love to, absolutely.'
Meanwhile, Naomie looked absolutely breathtaking at the official James Bond casting announcement.
She stunned in her one-shouldered mustard yellow dress which showcased her figure to perfection and fell in a slight asymmetrical hem.
Wow: Naomie looked absolutely breathtaking at the official James Bond casting announcement
Not so mellow yellow: She stunned in her one-shouldered mustard yellow dress which showcased her figure to perfection and fell in a slight asymmetrical hem
Naomie and returning actress Léa Seydoux will be joined by two new Bond Girls, Ana de Armas and Lashana Lynch.
Oscar winner Rami Malek has been announced as taking on the role of the suave Secret Service agent's latest nemesis.
Ralph Fiennes (M), Lea Seydoux (Dr Madeleine Swann), Naomie Harris (Eve Moneypenny), Ben Whishaw (Q), Rory Kinnear (Bill Tanner) and Jeffrey Wright (Felix Leiter) will all return for Bond 25,
In Bond 25, the agent has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica but his peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix from the CIA turns up asking for help.
Bond girl: Naomie has played the role of Eve Moneypenny in the last two instalments in the long-running franchise, Skyfall and Spectre
Here come the girls! Naomie and returning actress Léa Seydoux (L) will be joined by two new Bond Girls, Ana de Armas and Lashana Lynch
The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology.
Bond 25 - the official title of which has not yet been revealed, will be Daniel Craig's fifth outing as 007 and will be released five years after the 24th Bond film, Spectre.
Cary Joji Fukunaga will helm the eagerly-anticipated venture, with Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson serving as producers.
Exciting! Bond 25 - the official title of which has not yet been revealed, will be Daniel Craig's fifth outing as 007 and will be released five years after the 24th Bond film, Spectre
