Sam Taylor-Johnson, 56, and husband Aaron, 32, match in sportswear as she head out together in London
She was 42 and he just 18 when they met on a film set and romance blossomed.
But Fifty Shades Of Grey director Sam Taylor-Johnson and her husband, James Bond contender Aaron, have proved that an age difference of 24 years is no barrier to love.
Sam, 56, and Aaron, 32, were spotted walking together in sporty attire in London.
The couple met in 2008 when Aaron was cast as John Lennon in Nowhere Boy, which was Sam’s directorial debut.
They have two daughters, aged 11 and 12. Sam also has two daughters with her ex-husband, art mogul Jay Jopling.
Matching: Fifty Shades Of Grey director Sam Taylor-Johnson and her husband, James Bond contender Aaron, have proved that an age difference of 24 years is no barrier to love
Still going strong: Sam, 56, and Aaron, 32, were spotted walking together in sporty attire in London this week
The outing comes after Aaron was named as a contender for the role of James Bond after Daniel Craig bowed out of the franchise.
Although it’s been a year and a half since Daniel’s last appearance as Bond in No Time To Die – producers are taking their time when it comes to making their choice as this role will entail one of the biggest reboots the franchise has seen.
The Bond speculation comes after Aaron reportedly had a secret audition and remains the most-voted star for the role.
According to Puck New, Aaron sat down with producer Barbara Broccoli and sources claimed the meeting went ‘very well’.
In December, it was also reported that Aaron had shot scenes as the secret agent, filming the memorable ‘gun barrel teaser footage’ seen in the films over the years.
A source told The Sun at the time: ‘Aaron has impressed bosses so much that he has filmed one of the franchise’s famous gun barrel teaser scenes, something all the actors do. That move takes him a step closer to signing a deal.’
They added: ‘Bosses at the brand were really impressed with his unique blend of acting intensity and his impressive back catalogue of action films.’
However, the source went on to say that nothing was officially confirmed and it’s unclear what any next steps might be.
Long term love: The couple met in 2008 when Aaron was cast as John Lennon in Nowhere Boy, which was Sam’s directorial debut
Meanwhile, other fans have been rooting for Henry, 40, to star as Bond – as he was previously considered and hope for a better outcome this time.
According to the Mail On Sunday, Barbara has made it clear she wanted the next actor to portray the character for 15 years, meaning that the 30-year-old is the perfect age to step into the role.
The two British heartthrobs have been contending for the win – but there’s one new star that joined the odd race for the 007 franchise.
Emmy nominee Paapa Essiedu, 32, is said to be the third most-voted choice for James Bond – as he threatens their lead.
