Legendary James Bond actor Sean Connery Passed Away

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Legendary actor Sir Thomas Sean Connery (Sean Connery) passed away today due to age related issues. The 90 years old Scottish actor was best known for his portrayal of James Bond, being the first to bring the role to the big screen and appearing in seven of the spy thrillers. 

 

His first Bond film was Dr. No in 1962. He has appeared in seven films as 007 during the period 1962 to 1983 (From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice, Never Say Never Again and Diamonds Are Forever). He remained a fan favourite and was considered the best actor to have played 007 in the long-running franchise.

 

His acting career spanned five decades and he won an Oscar (Best Supporting Actor) in 1988 for his role in The Untouchables for his roles as Jimmy Malone. He also won two Bafta awards and three Golden Globes in his long and storied career. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2000.

 

His other renowned films included The Hunt for Red October, Highlander, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and The Rock. Connery was knighted by the Queen at Holyrood Palace in 2000.

 

 

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