Bill Tanner
| Bill Tanner | |
|---|---|
| James Bond character | |
From top left clockwise Michael Goodliffe, James Villiers, Rory Kinnear, and Michael Kitchen as Bill Tanner | |
| Created by | Ian Fleming |
| Portrayed by | Michael Goodliffe (1974) James Villiers (1981) Michael Kitchen (1995–1999) Rory Kinnear (2008–2021) |
| In-universe information | |
| Full name | William Tanner |
| Gender | Male |
| Occupation | Chief of Staff |
| Affiliation | MI6 |
| Nationality | British |
| Classification | Ally |
William Tanner is a fictional character in the James Bond film and novel series. Tanner is an employee of the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) who acts as M's chief of staff.