Even with all the technologically and graphically advanced superheroes, there's one none of us can forget or get over, and that's James Bond.?
Today, one of the most beloved actors who played this iconic character, has passed away. Sir Sean Connery was the first actor to play James Bond on the big screen in Dr No, in 1962. After that he featured in From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Live Only Twice, and Diamonds Are Forever. He starred in seven Bond films between 1962 and 1973.
According to BBC, the 90-year-old Scottish actor passed away peacefully in his sleep, after being unwell for some time, his son said.?
BBC also quotes his son Jason Connery, as saying that his father "had many of his family who could be in the Bahamas around him" when he died overnight in Nassau.
He also said, "A sad day for all who knew and loved my dad and a sad loss for all people around the world who enjoyed the wonderful gift he had as an actor," and indeed it is.?He was often considered as one of the most prolific actors to have played the role of 007. Condolences have been pouring in for him ever since the news of his demise was made public, with fans and colleagues recounting his genius.
We hope he is in a better place, and can see all the love that his friends, family and fans hold for him in their hearts.