With Daniel Craig finishing his role as 007 in 2021’s No Time to Die, much speculation has been swirling as to who will portray the suave MI6 agent James Bond in future films.

The wait is over. Eon Productions announced this morning that singer Jimmy Buffett will take over the role beginning in 2025 with The Spy Who Got Drunk and Screwed Me.

The choice of Buffett is a dramatic departure for Eon and the James Bond Franchise, especially considering the fact that Buffett is an American, born in Pascagoula, Mississippi.

Producer Barbara Broccoli said of the choice: “after the massive success of Daniel Craig as Bond, we felt that choosing another young, handsome Brit to play everyone’s favorite secret agent would be too cliche. Jimmy Buffett is the perfect choice to disrupt the James Bond universe.”

While known primarily for his 50+ year career as a singer, Buffett is no stranger to the screen. He’s made multiple appearances on the television show Hawaii Five-O as well as a recent guest slot on Blue Bloods. Cameo appearances were also made in the 1995 film Congo and in 2015’s Jurassic World where he’s seen saving margaritas in the midst of a dinosaur attack.

The 76-year-old singer is expected to do many of his own stunts, from piloting airplanes to surfing and snowboarding.

Not everyone is on board with choice of Buffett. One person confused by the selection is British actor Idris Elba, who was seen as a leading candidate to take over the role. When reached for comment, Elba said “really?”

Buffett is expected to portray Bond in at least three films. Titles being discussed include From Margaritaville with Love, Goldfins, The Fruitcake is Not Enough, License to Chill and Octogenarianpussy.

According to a post on Jimmy’s social media, the concert at Ameris Bank Amphitheater in Alpharetta, Georgia on April 22nd is no longer happening. No explanation for the cancellation was given. Only this message:

“Clarification to 2023 tour schedule – there will not be an Alpharetta concert this Spring.”

That leaves the May 6th concert in San Diego as the only tour date currently scheduled.

”Our Show Goes Haywire.” Join Jay Surf and Twan as they discuss legendary singer/songwriter, Jimmy ”Marvin Gardens” Buffett and all of his songwriting friends. The series will cover albums, tours, songs, bootleg shows, and everything in between. Plus, you never know when the show will go haywire or who will pop in.

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Episode 1: Good Times And Riches And Son Of A…

Jay Surf and Twan share how they discovered Jimmy and his music. In addition, they reflect back to the early ’90s and 2000s on first show experiences, their friendship, and finally discuss the downfall of a previous company.

Episode 2: Marvin Gardens

The Man, The Myth, The G.O.A.T. Marvin F’n Gardens.

Join Jay Surf and Twan as they discuss the history, folklore, and legend of Marvin Gardens. Who the hell was Marvin Gardens? To quote, “Mr. Buffett . It sort of became an on-running joke. ‘Fingers’ used to call him my alter-ego. It got so bad that some people even wondered if they were actually two people or just one of us.”

Episode 3: Live By The Bay

Back home in South Florida…Jay Surf and Twan discuss the legendary 1985 show Live By The Bay. They discuss the setlist, the birth of the “Parrothead” era, and their favorite moments from Miami. Also, find out how Twan saw Jimmy side stage in the late 90s, and Jay Surf shares his hilarious helicopter story involving Jimmy. Grab your favorite drink as the guys cruise past Coconut Grove. Stop off at Alabama Jacks and get them a cool Corona beer maybe. Stop in Key Largo. Tavernier. Duck key. Marathon. Sugar Loaf. Big Pine. All down to Key West, Florida where they can get anything they want – drive right off the end of this episode!

Episode 4: The Harpoon G.O.A.T. – Greg “Fingers” Taylor

“In a flash, a man with a hat and a harmonica stormed the stage…” Join Jay Surf and Twan as they discuss the legendary harmonica player, Greg “Fingers” Taylor. Jay shares his love for Finger’s sound, Twan tells us his experiences at small shows with Greg and other Coral Reefers and they discuss just how special he was to the CRB and music in general. Plus you never know when the show will just go haywire! Be sure to follow The Songwriters Joint on all social media for #FingersFriday

Episode 5: Lip Balm!!! HEY BOBBY, WHERE’S THE KEYS TO THE RENT A CAR?

Jay Surf and Twan are back at it again and are joined by the legendary Bob “Lip Balm” Liberman who was Jimmy Buffett’s tour manager for nearly two decades. The group discusses how Lip Balm got involved in the music business, the recording of the Volcano album in Montserrat, and the wild tales of the 70s and 80s Coral Reefer Band. You truly had to be there but the next best thing is to give this episode a listen. Plus, as always, you never know when the show will just go haywire.

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Jimmy Buffett and his wife Jane attended the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on Sunday night in Beverly Hills at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.

The Buffetts have attended the party in previous years as well: 2016, 2013.

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Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band have added another tour date to the 2023 Second Wind Tour:

Atlanta, GA
Saturday, April 22nd, 2023
Ameris Bank Amphitheater

Tickets go on sale this Friday, February 3rd, at 10am local time through Ticketmaster and TicketNetwork.

See all of the tour dates that have been scheduled so far on the tour dates page.