JAMES BOND producers finally seem to have shaken, not stirred, some sense into DANIEL CRAIG.

I can reveal the actor is on the verge of signing for not one but two more installments of the spy franchise before hanging up his tux once and for all.

20 Daniel Craig is set to play secret agent James Bond in two more movies Credit: Rex Features

Producer BARBARA BROCCOLI has been spearheading negotiations with the actor, which will take him up to a total of six films as the world’s most famous secret agent.

While work is scheduled to begin on the 25th film next year, discussions are centring on a possible remake of 1969’s On Her Majesty’s Secret Service for Daniel’s subsequent final movie.

A Bond insider said: “There was plenty of talk about who would be the next Bond but Barbara has managed to talk Daniel into two more films.

“He is loved by audiences around the world and has driven a real resurgence for the movies at the box office, so bosses knew they couldn’t lose him just yet.

“The script is nearly ready for the 25th film, provisionally titled Shatterhand and scheduled to be released in November 2019, so there is no time to waste on getting Daniel locked in.

“But the deal is almost done and the idea of returning to On Her Majesty’s Secret Service for the 26th movie is really exciting."

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20 Craig, seen here in Bond film Spectra, will have played the part in six movies following the extra two Credit: Rex Features

20 He almost quit the role of the worlds most famous spy after tensions with director Sam Mendes Credit: Rex Features

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20 But producer Barbara Broccoli has been in negotiations with Craig to appear in two more films Credit: Rex Features

20 The actor is on the verge of signing for two more movies including the remake of 1969 On Her Majesty's Secret Service Credit: Rex Features

“The film sees James get married, only for his wife to be killed, so it would be an explosive way to end his reign as 007.”

The original film starred GEORGE LAZENBY in his only outing as the suave hero.

With six Bond films under his belt, Daniel will go down in history as a 007 legend, just behind SIR SEAN CONNERY and SIR ROGER MOORE, who each fronted seven.

20 The original On Her Majesty's Secret Service starred George Lazenby as 007 Credit: Alamy

20 The remake of the 1969 classic for the 26th movie would be an explosive way for Craig to end his reign as Bond Credit: Alamy

But the deal means actors including IDRIS ELBA, TOM HIDDLESTON, TOM HARDY and AIDAN TURNER have a lengthy wait before they can once again fight for the role of the iconic spy.

Yesterday, my sister column Biz on Sunday revealed Daniel had almost quit as Bond following creative tensions with director SAM MENDES.

He declared he would “rather slash his wrists” than reprise his role, but that has changed with Sam not returning.

Even if he doesn’t enjoy it, that Bond bonus will make it more than worthwhile.

AARON REVEALS BI SECRET

AARON CARTER has revealed he is bisexual.

The little brother of BACKSTREET BOYS star NICK said he had his first same-sex relationship 12 years ago, aged 17.

20 Aaron Carter has revealed his bi secret after describing it as a 'burden he would like lifted' Credit: Rex Features

20 The singer was arrested last month for driving under the influence Credit: Twitter / @aaroncarter

Aaron described his secret as “a burden I have held on to for a long time that I would like lifted off of me.”

He posted on Twitter: “After a few relationships with girls, I had an experience with a male that I had an attraction to who I also worked with and grew up with.”

Aaron shot to fame aged nine with single Crush On You. Last month he was arrested for driving under the influence.

It can be so difficult coming out, but I’m sure he will be happier now.

USAIN'S FRIED CHICKEN BOLTI

HE lost out on winning the final solo race of his career but USAIN BOLT had still worked up an appetite.

The sprint star ordered a mountain of fried chicken courtesy of my favourite fast food chain KFC after coming third at the World Athletic Championships in London on Saturday.

20 Usain Bolt came third at the World Athletic Championships in London on Saturday Credit: Alamy Live News

He shared the tasty meal, that he dubbed “the food of champions”, with his long-term girlfriend KASI BENNETT.

He thanked Kasi for her endless support before revealing he was disappointed to lose to rival JUSTIN GATLIN at the men’s 100m final.

20 He snapped himself on Instagram after ordering his celebratory meal

20 Food of champions ... Usain Bolt's KFC feast he shared with his girlfriend after the final

Usain said: “It has been a long career – it didn’t close out the way I wanted but s*** happens.

“I want to thank all the people from London and all the people that came from all over the world to support.

“Apologies that I didn’t win but I gave it my best shot.

“Thanks to my girlfriend for coming out and supporting.”

Showing off his feast on Snapchat he said: “Food of champions – if anyone wants KFC hit me up.

“Kasi and I are going to eat all this by ourselves. We’re going to be fat in a minute.”

A bargain bucket is the least he deserves.

KYLIE POPS BACK

KYLIE JENNER is having a second stab at music.

The model and reality star has been taking part in secret studio sessions with her ex-boyfriend, rapper PARTYNEXTDOOR, who wrote RIHANNA’s Work, after splitting from another rapper, TYGA.

20 Kylie Jenner is taking another attempt at launching her music career Credit: Rex Features

20 She originally launched her pop career in 2015 Credit: Splash News

She cancelled plans to go into pop in 2015.

An insider said: “Kylie knows that people wonder if she has any talent but she has a very nice singing voice.

“The break-up with Tyga crushed her. She felt used and has decided to pour her heart out into her music. She wants to release tunes independently next year.”

Hope it’s better than her sis KIM KARDASHIAN’s awful 2011 song Jam (Turn It Up).

DANNII'S TAKE-N ON TOUR

LET It Shine isn’t coming back but TAKE THAT’s GARY BARLOW won’t have to wait long to see his fellow judge DANNII MINOGUE again.

She will support the band on the Aussie leg of their arena tour in November – where she has promised to give fans new tunes.

20 Dannii Minogue, 46, will support Take That in Australia in November Credit: Splash News

The singer will release new song Holding On this week but said: “There’s no grand plan or huge comeback or any of those words that for me have an attachment of pressure. I just want to do the music for fun and freedom.

“Everything’s in place to release music when I like it.”

Since the final episode of the BBC1 singing show in February Dannii has been at work in the studio.

20 Danni Minogue says sister Kylie is celebrating being rid of her ex Credit: Getty Images

And she gave me an exclusive first preview of single Sorrento Moon, a duet with fellow Aussie TINA ARENA which features on Tina’s Greatest Hits and Interpretations album.

Meanwhile, sister KYLIE’s comeback album is also in the works.

In it she is expected to go into detail about the breakdown of her relationship with British actor JOSHUA SASSE.

That’s a subject Dannii herself hasn’t been short of words on.

Some Minogue tunes are just what the pop world needs.

CELINE ON INSTA-FLAM

CELINE DION does her best impression of a flamingo – and in a good cause.

The singer has urged her Instagram fans to do the Flamingo Challenge – imitate the bird on social media or pay a forfeit to a cancer charity.

20 Insta-flam ... Celine Dion looking poised in charity snap Credit: Instagram

Celine shared this snap of herself, captioned: “In loving memory of Rene, my father Adhemar and my brother Daniel, let’s fight cancer together.

"Join me on the #FlamingoChallenge to raise money for the cure.”

I fully support her cause.



HOL LOT OF JESY

JESY NELSON looks white hot as she soaks up the sun while enjoying some time off.

The stunning LITTLE MIX singer is holidaying overseas with her new man, musician and producer HARRY JAMES.

20 Hot Jess ... Little Mix Jesy Nelson posing in her 'happy place' while on holiday with new man Credit: JESY NELSON / INSTAGRAM

He must feel like the luckiest man alive as Jesy posed for this sexy Instagram picture in a bikini that showed off her killer curves.

In her post she described the luxury location – complete with palm trees – as her “happy place”.

I can see why.

LOU AND DAISY CLUB TOGETHER

LOUISE REDKNAPP had another night on the town with best pal DAISY LOWE as she continues to enjoy life as a single woman.

The former Strictly contestants partied at London club DSTRKT on Saturday night – days after Daisy leapt to the defence of her friendships with Louise and other girls.

20 Girl's night out ... Louise Redknapp enjoys another night out on the town as a single woman Credit: Splash News

20 Daisy Lowe has been on several nights out with Louise since her split from her ex-footballer husband Credit: Splash News

Louise has been on several nights out with Daisy since I revealed she had told friends her 19-year marriage to ex-footballer and now pundit JAMIE REDKNAPP was over.

The pair have forged a closer bond since the split, with sources saying that Louise loves Daisy’s “carefree attitude”.

Louise was still wearing her wedding ring on the party night and is pictured leaving the West End venue in a black blazer and flares.

I’m pleased to see she’s enjoying herself.