Pierce Brosnan, 73, and his son Paris, 25, were observed enjoying a casual walk in New York City, a public appearance that followed their recent discussions about the "nepo baby" phenomenon.
Brosnan, known for his iconic role as James Bond, expressed his desire to prevent his family name from being associated with any "tawdry suggestion" that Paris's acting aspirations are solely due to his father's fame. He emphasized that if Paris wishes to pursue acting, he must commit to training and study. "If you have a passion and a desire to do the work, you must do it," Pierce stated in an interview with The Sunday Times magazine.
Paris, who is following in his father's acting footsteps, acknowledged the privilege that comes with his lineage but stressed his commitment to proving himself through hard work. "I'm so fortunate that I have my dad's name but I want my art to carry its own weight," Paris said. "I absolutely need to acknowledge the privilege that comes with being my father's son but then show up and do the work. He has told me to follow my heart. His No 1 rule is just to be kind to yourself and others."
Paris's introduction to the film set occurred in 2023 when Pierce was working on "The Unholy Trinity." The director invited Paris and his brother Dylan to participate, and Pierce observed that Paris seemed to "revel" in being on camera. Paris has since taken on acting roles and is also pursuing a career in visual arts, having recently debuted his first exhibition, "Collective Energy," in London. Pierce shared his pride in his son's artistic endeavors on Instagram.
Beyond their artistic pursuits, Paris has also engaged in humanitarian work, participating in a trip to Sri Lanka with Clarins to collaborate with the World Food Programme and Lauren Bush's FEED Project. This experience was described by Paris as "incredible."
Brosnan, who portrayed James Bond in four films, has previously advised his children against entering the acting profession due to its demanding nature. "It's a cross to bear. You're constructing and destroying yourself," he told GQ in 2022. The discussion about acting legacies comes as the search for Daniel Craig's successor as James Bond continues, with actor Jack Lowden reportedly being the current favorite to take on the role.