Sir Sean Connery, The First Actor To Play James Bond, Passes Away At 90
Sir Sean Connery was the first actor to play James Bond on the big screen in 1962. He starred in seven Bond films between 1962 and 1973. The 90-year-old Scottish actor passed away peacefully in his sleep after being unwell for some time.
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.
Sir Sean Connery has died at the age of 90. He was the first actor to play James Bond on the big screen in Dr. No in 1962, From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, Thunderball, You Only Live Twice and Diamonds Are Forever followed. pic.twitter.com/VaFPHCM5Ou
¡ª James Bond (@007) October 31, 2020
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.
Producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli: ¡°We are devastated by the news of the passing of Sir Sean Connery. 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 ¡ª
¡ª James Bond (@007) October 31, 2020
¡°The name¡¯s Bond... James Bond¡± ¡ª he revolutionised 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.¡±
¡ª James Bond (@007) October 31, 2020
Sean Connery was & will always be the reason why I love James Bond. Such a legendary actor & he will truly be missed. RIP legend. ? #SeanConnery pic.twitter.com/F2gmBryaTC
¡ª ?Soufyan? (@SoufyanH_) October 31, 2020
The man who defined ¡°cool¡± before the word really meant anything besides temperature .. the only #JamesBond that was hard to live upto .. Sir #SeanConnery RIP Legend ?? pic.twitter.com/5EKFSDKSHO
¡ª Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) October 31, 2020
Sean Connery riding into the sunset to heaven right now. RIP Legend pic.twitter.com/rGzp9Zmjsv
¡ª Wilder Wonka our lord and savior (@Wonkaoursavior) October 31, 2020
Such sad news to read this morning. The great Sean Connery has passed away at the age of 90. RIP legend ?
¡ª Jen ? (@JennieSays_) October 31, 2020
"May God grant us the wisdom to discover right, the will to choose it, and the strength to make it endure" pic.twitter.com/tRkEpu6bhl
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.
