David Beckham has joined Theo James for a new Stella Artois advertisement, a campaign that coincides with reports suggesting Meghan Markle has been offered a role in the third season of Netflix's series 'The Gentlemen'.
Beckham, 51, a long-time partner of Stella Artois, appears in the 'The Gentlemen's Serve' campaign alongside Theo James, who reprises his role as Eddie Horniman from the Guy Ritchie series. In the advert, titled 'The Auction,' James outbids Beckham for a pint of Stella Artois, warning him, 'Never corner a bull, David,' before preparing the beer with a knife.
Beckham shared the advertisement on Instagram, writing, 'Message understood loud and clear Duke. Can’t wait for season two of @thegentlemen @stellaartois @netflixuk.' James praised Beckham for his down-to-earth demeanor during the filming, telling People that despite Beckham's status as a 'British icon,' he was a 'really safe, normal dude.'
The campaign marks the first brand partnership for 'The Gentlemen' and is a significant multi-market collaboration between Netflix and AB InBev. Theo James stated that the partnership with Stella Artois, a brand known for its 'commitment to excellence and taste,' felt authentic to the show's themes of 'rituals of aristocracy at the highest stakes.'
Meanwhile, reports emerged this week that Meghan Markle had been considered for a role in the third season of 'The Gentlemen.' According to sources, Guy Ritchie mentioned Markle among other actresses when brainstorming ideas for the upcoming season. While one insider described the potential involvement as an 'incredibly nascent concept' and not 'real on any level,' they did not rule out the possibility, noting that scripts for the third season are still in development.
It has been suggested that the casting rumors might have been leaked by Markle's team to indicate her availability. Both Markle and Ritchie are represented by William Morris Endeavor, and discussions between their agents may have occurred. The reports of Markle's potential casting come as the cast and crew of 'The Gentlemen' are preparing for promotional activities for the second series, with insiders suggesting the shift in spotlight might amuse Ritchie.