From an interview which mentions the idea of Idris Elba playing Bond
Sir Roger told Paris Match: 'A few years ago, I said that [black actor] Cuba Gooding Jnr would make an excellent Bond, but it was a joke!' replies Sir Roger, 87, who starred in seven Bond movies between 1973 and 1985.
'Although James may have been played by a Scot, a Welshman and an Irishman, I think he should be "English-English",' he continues.
'Nevertheless, it's an interesting idea, but unrealistic.'
Reaction on social media has been overwhelmingly negative with Twitter users accusing Sir Roger of 'racism'.
Many commentators highlighted the fact that Elba was born and raised in the East End of London.