Sir Roger Moore backs Ewan McGregor as 007 #6

Sir Roger Moore wants Ewan McGregor to be the next James Bond 007.

Moore, who played the British secret agent in seven films, said McGregor was the right man to replace Pierce Brosnan in the role.

Brosnan has also backed the Scot after reports that 5ft 10in McGregor had been ruled out of the running because he was too short.

Speaking during a visit to Croatia yesterday, Moore said: "I respect all the people who have been reported as being in the running for the role but for me, Ewan is the best."

Asked if he thought McGregor was too short, Moore, who starred in Bond hits such as Live And Let Die, said: "No, I don't think he would be - reports the Daily Record.

"When I started out as James Bond, there were all sorts of things said about me and people said I was too young for the part or that my hair was too long, but it didn't spoil my performance."

The 6ft 1in actor said: "It's ridiculous. I thought, that's a stupid reason.

"Ewan's a fine actor and he's tall anyway. I couldn't believe it

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