Sean Connery: James Bond actor dies aged 90Sean Connery, most known as the first 007 in the James
Sean Connery: James Bond actor dies aged 90 Sean Connery, most known as the first 007 in the James Bond film series, died Saturday morning in the Bahamas. He was knighted by the Queen at Holyrood Palace in 2000. In August, he celebrated his 90th birthday.Bond producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli said they were “devastated by the news” of his death.They said: “He was and shall always be remembered as the original James Bond whose indelible entrance into cinema history began when he announced those unforgettable words ‘the name’s Bond… James Bond’."He revolutionized the world with his gritty and witty portrayal of the sexy and charismatic secret agent. He is undoubtedly largely responsible for the success of the film series and we shall be forever grateful to him.”Star Wars director George Lucas, who also created the Indiana Jones character, said Sir Sean “left an indelible mark in cinematic history”.“He will always hold a special place in my heart as Indy’s dad. With an air of intelligent authority and sly sense of comedic mischief, only someone like Sean Connery could render Indiana Jones immediately into boyish regret or relief through a stern fatherly chiding or rejoiceful hug.Daniel Craig, the current James Bond, said Sir Sean was "one of the true greats of cinema”. "Sir Sean Connery will be remembered as Bond and so much more,“ he said.Dr No (1962)From Russia with Love (1963)Goldfinger (1964)Thunderball (1965)You Only Live Twice (1967)Diamonds are Forever (1971)Never Say Never Again (1983)The Untouchables (1987) Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989)A true Scotsman! (in kilts!) Oddly enough, I was unable to find a photo of Mr. Connery as James Bond in kilts. The only James Bond in kilts I could find was for when George Lazenby played bond in “On His Majesty’s Secret Service” (1969) -- source link