The search for the next James Bond might continue, but maybe Hollywood execs don't have to look farther than the son of a former 007?
In new photos shared on Instagram, Pierce Brosnan's youngest son Paris Brosnan proved just how much of his dad's striking good looks he'd inherited.
The 25-year-old artist is the younger of Pierce's two sons with wife Keely Shaye Brosnan, the other being Dylan Brosnan, 29, a musician and filmmaker. The Irish actor, 73, is also a dad to Sean, 42, Christopher, 53, and Charlotte, who passed away in 2013.
Paris Brosnan as his James Bond dad's double
"Now and then," Paris captioned his new set of photos, many of which showcased his art work, and some of which also highlighted his love for antique cars. In one specific snap, he's captured smiling while in a car, with his facial structure, smile and hair completely reminiscent of his dad as Bond circa 1995.
And it isn't just genetics and the acting bug that Paris inherited from his movie star dad, but also his love for painting. He's spoken about finding the passion for exploring his creativity on canvas and exhibiting his work thanks to his dad's own desire to do the same later in life.
How Pierce influenced his son's journey into the arts
"Growing up, we would take family trips to various art museums in Europe and in the states," Paris told Paper Magazine of his childhood's influence on his work. "I fondly remember going to the Musée d'Orsay in Paris and seeing Picasso's and Gauguin's works, and being so inspired — that as soon as I got home, I'd paint."
"My dad has been a painter since the '80s and has a vast portfolio of work, which he has been showing lately," he continued. "We paint together and bond over it. He always told me the key was to practice by constantly drawing straight lines and shapes."
© InstagramParis credits his dad as his chief influence, adding: "Watching him vastly inspired and influenced me. My dad is a self-taught artist."
" I would also say that looking at a lot of art books in my formative years and adolescence exposed me to a lot of different art styles and helped develop my style," he continued. "I try to not look at anything or plan anything while I paint."
© Getty ImagesOn his art style, he stated: "Usually, I paint a similar narrative over and over; familiar characters and faces around colorful shapes. I guess they're reminiscent of my dreams or just come from my imagination. It is truly therapeutic putting paint down and finding your flow. I enjoy working with oil sticks, they're like big crayons."
"My work is bold and vibrant, oftentimes energetic and sometimes overpowering. I love color, but I'm also working on toning it down. I started making art for myself and along the way people came to enjoy it — that was just a bonus," he continued.
© Getty Images"My work in particular may not be for everyone, but art is for everyone. There are no limits or expectations to what you should do and can do. I have so much fun painting; it's always a special moment when I look back on all the work I've made, and see how the style and composition has evolved."
