Daniel Craig Reveals the One Rule He Follows for Picking Roles After James Bond

Daniel Craig is putting family first, making career decisions that prioritize his relationship with his 6-year-old daughter, Grace. In a recent interview with The New York Times, the former James Bond actor opened up about how fatherhood has reshaped his approach to acting since stepping away from the iconic role.

“I’ve got a 6-year-old at home,” Craig shared, referring to his daughter with wife Rachel Weisz, 54. “And I don’t want to be away from home as much as I have in the past.” Craig’s shift in priorities reflects his commitment to spending quality time with his young daughter, alongside being a father to Ella, 32, from his previous marriage to Fiona Loudon, and a stepfather to Weisz’s son Henry, 18, whom she shares with ex Darren Aronofsky.

Family life has offered Craig and Weisz plenty of memorable moments, including Grace’s brief but intense obsession with Star Wars. In a 2023 appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Weisz shared how Craig and Grace bonded over watching the original films. However, the fascination soon became overwhelming for the young fan.

“She kept saying, ‘Google this. Google this: What does Darth Vader look like under his mask?’” Weisz said, describing Grace’s curiosity about the franchise. “She’s obsessed with the mythology, and these characters are so real for her.” Eventually, Craig decided to put a pause on their Star Wars viewing sessions. “Her father told her that Star Wars is broken,” Weisz recalled, laughing.

Grace’s reaction to Craig’s clever explanation provided a humorous family anecdote. “We were in London when this happened,” Weisz said. “[Grace] said, ‘Dad says Star Wars is broken.’ So they can’t watch it anymore. And we just got to New York, and she said, ‘Is Star Wars broken in New York too?’”

Weisz humorously replied, “And so I said, ‘Yeah, yeah, it’s broken.’” Craig’s focus on balancing his career with family life highlights his dedication to being present for Grace during her formative years. While his post-Bond roles continue to reflect his versatility as an actor, Craig is clear about prioritizing time at home over time on set, ensuring his family remains at the center of his decisions.