Unforgettable Bond Girls Who Did Not Sleep with James Bond
Unforgettable Bond Girls Who Did Not Sleep with James Bond
When considering the iconic characters in the James Bond franchise, many immediately think of the enticing and sultry women who capture Bond's attention. However, not all of these Bond girls end up in bed with the suave secret agent. Here, we explore some unforgettable Bond girls who remained chaste, creating unforgettable moments and memorable storylines in the series.
Defining a Bond Girl
It's paramount to clarify the definition of a Bond girl. As Steven Haddock points out, not all women with speaking parts end up engaging in intimate moments with Bond. In fact, the Bond girl designation can encompass a wide range of female characters, including minor roles and misunderstandings.
Unforgettably Chaste Bond Girls
Tilly Masterson
Introducing Tilly Masterson, the sister of Jill Masterson, the late secretary and victim of the notorious Auric Goldfinger. Motivated by revenge, Tilly attempted to shoot Goldfinger but missed. She met Bond briefly, but her untimely death at the hands of Oddjob marked the end of her story.
Ling Tsai Chin
Ling Tsai Chin is often mistakenly considered a seductive Bond girl, but her relationship with Bond remains ambiguous. In the film You Only Live Twice, Ling can be seen in bed with Bond, but he later remarks that he “wasn't able to finish” on two separate occasions. To this day, it's unclear whether they actually consummated their relationship.
Plenty O'Toole (Lana Wood)
In The Spy Who Loved Me, Bond meets Plenty O'Toole at a casino. His encounter with Plenty is cut short when three thugs arrive, leading him to throw her out of a hotel window into a swimming pool. Despite this tragic end, Plenty still found her way into Bond's chambers for a brief moment, as his bed was shared with another woman, Tiffany Case.
Naomi Caroline Munro
Naomi, the pilot and assistant to the shipping magnate Karl Stromberg, had her fair share of flirtation with Bond. However, a single shot from Bond put a stop to their romantic pursuits. Her untimely demise shows that not all Bond girls are safe in his arms.
Bibi Dahl and Lynn-Holly Johnson
Bibi Dahl, an ice-skater and the niece of a Greek smuggler named Aris Kristatos, was turned down by Bond. Given the age difference (Roger Moore was 54 at the time) and the context, it's evident that Bond was not interested in pursuing a romantic relationship with her.
Xenia Onatopp (Famke Jansen)
The alias Alexandria Onatopp (Xenia for short) was employed by the Janus crime syndicate as a ruthless assassin with sexual sociopathy. Despite the obvious character traits, there is no evidence to suggest that Bond and Xenia had a physical relationship. In fact, her thighs were used as a way to cut off his circulation, illustrating her cold and calculating nature.
Solange Caterina Murino
Solange, the wife of terrorist financier Alex Dimitros, was mistaken to have slept with Bond. However, the film reveals a brief moment where Bond and Solange roll around on the floor, making out. Bond, however, is only interested in gathering information and leaves quickly after receiving the necessary data.
Valenka
Valenka, the companion of Quantum member and terrorist financier Le Chiffre, is only briefly seen poisoning Bond's drink. Her interaction with Bond is minimal and does not involve any romantic entanglements.
Camille Montes (Olga Kurylenko)
Camille, an intelligence operative working for the Bolivian Secret Service, is seeking revenge for the murder of her family. She leaves Bond with a kiss on the cheek, marking her departure from his life with a tender yet implied finality.
The Yearning for More
The bond between James Bond and his romantic interests is an integral part of the Bond franchise. Fans will have to wait until No Time To Die is released to see who captures Bond's heart once again. While the release date has been pushed back multiple times due to the global pandemic, there's hope and anticipation as we approach the film's new release date of 8th October 2021 in the UK.
Catch No Time To Die when it hits theaters to see if any of the beautiful women in the film win the affections of the suave secret agent.
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