Daniel Craig tipped to play screen legend Steve McQueen by late actor`s widow

Daniel Craig has been tipped to play screen legend Steve McQueen by the late actor's widow. Barbara McQueen Brunsvold insists Craig is the only actor who can do the mammoth role justice in any biopic of the "The Great Escape" star's life.

She said: "I think Daniel would be the best one to play Steve. He's kind of got that swagger, the good looks - if I wasn't married I'd date him."

Barbara, 50, became McQueen's third wife shortly before his death from lung cancer in 1980 but she has since remarried.

McQueen was dubbed the 'King of Cool' because of his laidback charm in classic films including, "The Magnificent Seven," "Bullitt" and "The Thomas Crown Affair."

Craig has become one of Hollywood's hottest properties since his first outing as James Bond in last year's "Casino Royale." Earlier this week, the British actor was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the body which chooses Oscar nominees and winners.

Thanks to `Du$ty:59` & `Pierce - Daniel` for the alerts.

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