Sean Connery

Cast · Writer · Director

Born

August 25, 1930 · Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

Died

October 31, 2020

Birth name

Thomas Sean Connery

"There is nothing more exciting than being part of a project that is both challenging and fulfilling." Sean Connery was a Scottish actor renowned for his iconic portrayal of James Bond. His early career included bodybuilding, modeling, and stage work. He made his film debut in Lilacs in the Spring and gained prominence with roles in Darby O'Gill and the Little People and The Longest Day. In 1962, Connery was cast as James Bond in Dr. No, launching him into international stardom, highlighting both his acting performance and his attractiveness. The 1970s saw Connery in diverse roles, including The Man Who Would Be King and Robin and Marian. Years later, he revisited Bond in Never Say Never Again and gained acclaim in The Untouchables, winning an Academy Award. Honored with a Kennedy Center Honor and knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II, Connery was also a passionate advocate for Scottish independence.