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26-05-2025
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The James Bond hotel at the centre of a spy battle with China
The white sands and spacious lobby of the British Colonial Hotel in Nassau have twice provided a sumptuous backdrop for James Bond. Now the iconic hotel is at the centre of a real-life espionage battle as China buys up property and land in the Bahamas, barely 50 miles from the Florida coastline. China had spent the past two decades mixing economics with geopolitics in the Caribbean, giving it the perfect platform to spy on American space launches, the US embassy, and an underwater warfare facility, said Rear-Adm Peter Brown, former Homeland Security adviser to president Donald Trump. 'The unique geography of the Bahamas poses a special opportunity to the United States, but it also creates risk if the People's Republic of China takes over the best friend role to the government of the Bahamas,' he said. The Trump administration has taken notice. It sent a warning recently to Caribbean governments to avoid deals that could be exploited by the Chinese Communist Party. Nowhere is the potential risk more obvious than the British Colonial Hotel, said Adm Brown. At 100 years old, it is a Nassau landmark. It was popular with the Duke of Windsor and his wife Wallis Simpson during the Second World War when he was appointed governor of the Bahamas, in part to keep their suspected Nazi sympathies as far from Europe as possible. If its old world charm and glamorous soirees were good enough for exiled members of the Royal Family, then it was certainly good enough for the very suavest of MI6 agents. The hotel was dressed up as a casino for the 1965 movie Thunderball, and was used in scenes where Sean Connery took on eyepatch-wearing Emilia Largo at baccarat. Connery returned to the hotel for 1983's Never Say Never Again. Its private beach was where Fatima Blush, played by Barbara Carrera, waterskis into Bond's arms. It has been owned by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation since 2014. Rear Adm Brown said its position, just around the corner from the US embassy, gave it huge strategic importance. 'The hotel kind of commands the high ground with its upper floor, so the ability to electronically surveil not only the embassy itself, but also the people coming and going to and from the embassy and neighbouring businesses, means that diplomatic or governmental interests of the United States are vulnerable,' he said. The 700 or so islands of the Bahamas are best known to Americans for their golden sands and cocktail spots. But they occupy a key strategic location on the western edge of the Caribbean. China hawks have long warned that Washington has missed a trick, allowing Beijing to build favour, particularly with aid, grants and investment in the wake of 2019's devastating Hurricane Dorian. The list of Chinese interests is extensive. Beijing provided a $40 million grant for construction of a national stadium in 2012. The state-owned China Export-Import Bank poured $2.5 billion into the Baha Mar resort and casino — with its 2200 rooms and more than 9000 square metres of gaming space. A $3 billion megaport was built with Chinese money and is operated by a Hong Kong-based company. It all gives China a ringside seat at US space launches in Florida, said Adm Brown, as well as the US Navy's Atlantic Underwater Testing and Evaluation Center, where submarine captains and crews are put through their paces between three islands of the Bahamas in an area known as the 'Tongue of the Ocean.' 'It has for decades been an important site for us, with submarine and anti-submarine warfare testing, and Chinese entities have purchased properties, including entire islands, in the vicinity of the Tongue of the Ocean,' he said. The move has not been lost on Washington. Marco Rubio, the US secretary of state, met prime ministers from seven Caribbean nations earlier this month to warn of the dangers. 'Secretary Rubio urged our partners to make responsible, transparent decisions when selecting vendors and contractors for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring they are not vulnerable to privacy and security risks and exploitation by malign actors like the Chinese Communist Party,' said Tammy Bruce, his spokeswoman. American officials say cooperation with Caribbean nations help secure the nation's maritime border, as well as tackle drug and people smugglers. And although Chinese investments might not be made with hostile intent to the US, they could be used for multiple purposes in times of conflict. 'China's predatory tactics have left many countries with excessive debt, undermining their development, stability, and sovereignty,' said a State Department spokesman. 'We will continue to work with The Bahamas and other Caribbean nations to ensure they are aware of the risks associated with accepting Chinese investments.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
The James Bond film that shot Sean Connery to fame is airing on TV tonight
Sean Connery played the iconic role of James Bond from 1962 to 1983 - and ITV are taking it all the way back to beginning as they air the movie that shot him to fame tonight The movie that shot James Bond legend Sean Connery to fame is airing on TV tonight (Friday, May 23). The legendary actor was the first actor to play the famous role of James Bond in 1962 - leading the role in seven films in the world famous franchise. Connery originated the role of 007 in 1962's Dr. No, and then went on to star in fan favourite, From Russia with Love just a year later. After a break following Diamonds Are Forever in 1971, the star's final movie was Never Say Never Again in 1983. To this day, there has been a total of 27 James Bond films and seven actors. Fans could argue forever about the best film in the series - but there's always something special about the first. ITV will be taking fans all the way back to the start tonight, as they air Dr. No. The blockbuster will be broadcast on ITV1 at 10.45pm, straight after the ITV News at 10. Due to adverts, the two hour film will wrap up at 12:35 am. In the film that spawned the world's most famous franchise, British Secret Service agent James Bond is sent to Jamaica on a mission to investigate the recent murder of a fellow operative. The mysterious murder seems to have a connection to a series of recent failures in the U.S. space program. His investigation leads him to evil genius Dr. Julius No, who is planning to disrupt an early American space launch from Cape Canaveral. The film grossed $59.5 million at the box office worldwide and paved the way for all future Bond films. Sean was 32 years old when he debuted as James Bond and was 53 during his final stint in Never Say Never. James first left the movies in after five movies and decided he was done with the 007 role. However, he later returned for two more before bowing out for good. By the end of Sean's fifth movie, You Only Live Twice, it was said that he grew tired of the role, and didn't want to be typecast in later role. Following his exit from the franchise, Sean went on to star in in films including Marnie, The Hill, and The Man Who Would Be King. Sean died in October 2020 at the age of 90. The star died peacefully in his sleep in the Bahamas, having been "unwell for some time", his son said.
Daily Record
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Sir Sean Connery's incredible French Riviera Bond mansion on market for £20m
Sir Sean Connery 's former mansion in the French Riviera has gone on the market for £20 million. The late James Bond icon lived in the property on the C te d'Azur near Nice with his wife, Micheline Roquebrune, a painter from the area, whom he met in the 1970s. The 1920s Villa Le Roc Fleuri is set on a hillside over six storeys and overlooks the port of Nice. The 10,000 sq ft five bedroom property was previously put up for sale in 2020 for £26.7 million but the owners later took it off the market after it failed to find a buyer. The Scots star, who died aged 90 at his home in the Bahamas in October 2020, lived in the house with his wife - who he married in 1975 - in the 1970s and 1980s. It even featured in the Edinburgh-born actor's last outing as 007 in 1983's Never Say Never Again and neighbours still refer to it as "the Bond villa". The home includes an indoor infinity pool, a landscaped terraced garden with another swimming pool, a spa, gym, wine cellar, suites and two guest villas, writes Press Team. Chuck McKee, sales agent at Savills, said: "Roc Fleuri is undoubtedly the most desirable property in Nice right now and always has been - the sheer size and proportions of the villa, its rich history and the location just above the waterline puts it in a category of its own." A sales brochure for the property reads: "Step inside the legendary former French Riviera home of Sir Sean Connery, where cinematic history meets timeless architecture and appeal. "Welcome to Roc Fleuri, with gardens stretching down to the shimmering coastline high above the shimmering coastline of Nice, this historic Belle poque villa, blends timeless French elegance with the mystique of a Hollywood great. "Featuring sweeping views over the city and Mediterranean, extensive accommodation, a luxurious spa, pool and gym, in addition to stunning grounds and guest accommodation, this property is as unforgettable as 007 himself." The home also boasts a grand reception, mosaic tiled flooring, floor to ceiling windows and a roof terrace which offers "the most spectacular view available in Nice". There is also a lift, a television room, a home office, a walk-in dressing room and parking for five cars. Oscar-winner Connery died peacefully in his sleep at home following a battle with dementia. Connery's close friend opened up on the famed Scots actor's final days in a new book. Brendan Lynch visited the original James Bond star regularly before he passed away. He was one of the few people who spent time with the legendary actor ahead of his death and sat by his bedside, after the star's wife Micheline Roquebrune asked him to drop in "as much as possible" in the hope it would spark some familiarity. Lynch shared his heartbreaking memories of the final days as he said: "I was crying at times to see this mountain of a man — this monumental human achievement in such a terrible state — frail (mentally and physically) unable to carry on a conversation or finish off a sentence. 'To see his body weak and flawed at the end… it was very sad. We tried to have a conversation. I tried to tell him what was going on in the sporting world, despite knowing that he wasn't actually taking it all in.'
Edinburgh Live
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh's Sean Connery's luxury French home hits the market for eye-popping sum
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Edinburgh's Sir Sean Connery's former mansion in the French Riviera has gone on the market for £20 million. The late James Bond star lived in the property on the C te d'Azur near Nice with his wife, Micheline Roquebrune, a painter from the area, who he met in the 1970s. The 1920s Villa Le Roc Fleuri is set on a hillside over six storeys and overlooks the port of Nice. The 10,000 sq ft five bedroom property was previously put up for sale in 2020 for £26.7 million but the owners later took it off the market after it failed to find a buyer. Connery, who died aged 90 at his home in the Bahamas in October 2020, lived in the house with his wife, who he married in 1975, in the 1970s and 1980s. It even featured in the actor's last outing as 007 in 1983's Never Say Never Again and neighbours still refer to it as "the Bond villa". The home includes an indoor infinity pool, a landscaped terraced garden with another swimming pool, a spa, gym, wine cellar, suites and two guest villas. Chuck McKee, sales agent at Savills, said: "Roc Fleuri is undoubtedly the most desirable property in Nice right now and always has been - the sheer size and proportions of the villa, its rich history and the location just above the waterline puts it in a category of its own." A sales brochure for the property reads: "Step inside the legendary former French Riviera home of Sir Sean Connery, where cinematic history meets timeless architecture and appeal. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. "Welcome to Roc Fleuri, with gardens stretching down to the shimmering coastline high above the shimmering coastline of Nice, this historic Belle poque villa, blends timeless French elegance with the mystique of a Hollywood great. "Featuring sweeping views over the city and Mediterranean, extensive accommodation, a luxurious spa, pool and gym, in addition to stunning grounds and guest accommodation, this property is as unforgettable as 007 himself." The home also boasts a grand reception, mosaic tiled flooring, floor to ceiling windows and a roof terrace which offers "the most spectacular view available in Nice." There is also a lift, a television room, a home office, a walk-in dressing room and parking for five cars. Oscar-winner Connery died peacefully in his sleep at home following a battle with dementia.
Yahoo
30-03-2025
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100 Rare James Bond Behind-the-Scenes Photos with Sean Connery, Pierce Brosnan, Roger Moore and More
Six lead actors, 25 movies, $7.67 billion in global box office grosses ($19.2 billion adjusted for inflation), 63 years and counting, and a new era soon to begin—all of which equals the multi-generational success of the cinematic adventures of author Ian Fleming's James Bond, secret agent 007 for Her (now His) Majesty's Secret Service. What began in 1962 with Dr. No—a modestly budgeted spy thriller starring a then-unknown Sean Connery—has evolved into one of the most iconic and enduring franchises in film history. With Connery's magnetic mix of charm and danger, Bond quickly became the blueprint for the modern action hero. His portrayal defined the role for generations, and though Connery stepped away after five films, he returned for a sixth (Diamonds Are Forever)—and a non-official entry (Never Say Never Again)—cementing his status as the original Bond against which all others would be measured. The franchise was never afraid of reinvention. George Lazenby stepped into the role for 1969's On Her Majesty's Secret Service, delivering a surprisingly emotional turn that has only grown in critical appreciation over time. Roger Moore brought a lighter, more tongue-in-cheek approach across seven films, balancing outrageous gadgets and globe-trotting spectacle with a raised eyebrow and a dry martini. Timothy Dalton took Bond in a grittier, more grounded direction in his two entries, ahead of his time in his portrayal of a more human, conflicted agent. The '90s ushered in the sleek, modern charisma of Pierce Brosnan, whose four films helped reintroduce Bond to a post-Cold War world, fusing classic elements with new-age action. And then came Daniel Craig, whose five-film arc—beginning with Casino Royale (2006) and concluding with No Time to Die (2021)—redefined Bond yet again. His Bond was bruised and brooding, a man shaped by loss and loyalty, vulnerable yet lethal. Craig's era added emotional stakes to the franchise like never before, while still delivering the thrills fans expect. Across the decades, Bond has survived and thrived—through changing cultural tides, shifting political landscapes and evolving tastes in cinema. He's remained relevant, stylish, and somehow always one step ahead, thanks to the stewardship of producers Albert R. "Cubby" Broccoli, his daughter Barbara Broccoli and stepson Michael G. Wilson, who have overseen the franchise's careful evolution without losing sight of its core identity: Bond, James Bond. What follows is a visual journey through the making of the 25 official EON Bond films—a curated collection of 100 behind-the-scenes photos that pull back the curtain on one of cinema's greatest institutions. From Connery to Craig, from exploding pens to Aston Martins, from Pinewood Studios to exotic locales, these rare and revealing images capture the people, places and moments that helped shape the Bond legacy. You've seen the action. You've heard the theme. Now step behind the camera and into the world of 007, guaranteed to leave you shaken, not stirred. 4. The series—and Sean Connery's tenure as James Bond—kicked off with Dr. No. This photo, from left, features Eunice Grayson, Zena Marshall, Connery and Ursula Andress. 5. Sean Connery impresses Ursula Andress with his physical prowess on location in Jamaica. 6. Ursula Andress in conversation with 007 creator Ian Fleming, author of the novels the early films were based on. 7. A shot of cast and crew filming a sequence. 8. Tailor Anthony Sinclair fitting Scottish actor Sean Connery for one of the suits he wears in From Russia With Love, Mayfair, London, 1963. 9. Actors Sean Connery and Daniela Bianchi, stars of From Russia With Love, leaving London for location filming in Istanbul, April 20, 1963. 10. Sean Connery getting dressed during the filming of the James Bond 007 movie From Russia With Love at Pinewood studios. 11. Sean Connery and Italian actress Daniela Bianchi rehearse and film a bedroom scene on April 9, 1963. 12. Actor Sean Connery and actress Shirley Eaton on the set of Goldfinger. 13. Sean Connery with author Ian Fleming, on-set, 1964 14. Director Guy Hamilton (helming his first Bond movie) discusses a sequence with actress Honor Blackman, who portrays Pussy Galore. 15. It's not easy being James Bond, is it? Connery with his Goldfinger co-stars Shirley Eaton, Honor Blackman and Tania Mallett. 16. Sean Connery on the set of Thunderball, directed by Terence Young. This, the fourth 007 film, was the one that launched Bondmania into the stratosphere. 17. Sean Connery lies bare-chested on a stretching machine during the classic scene, with camera lights and crew filming during the making of the film where Bond finds himself strapped to a stretching machine out of control. 18. Sean Connery, Claudine Auger (who plays Domino) director Terence Young, on set, 1965 19. James Bond films are famous for their action-packed pre-credit sequences, and in Thunderball's, 007 escapes the bad guys via jet pack. Here, Connery is being strapped into it. 20. Director Lewis Gilbert (far left) talking to actors (L-R) Ronald Rich, Sean Connery and Donald Pleasance while filming a scene for the James Bond film You Only Live Twice, at Pinewood Studios in London, circa 1967. 21. Actors Sean Connery (left) and Donald Pleasance (in costume as Bond's arch-enemy, Ernst Stavro Blofeld, holding a cat) chatting in between scenes on set. 22. Only Connery could pull off this look! 23. Sean Connery as James Bond learning Jojitsu Japanese martial arts skills during the filming of You Only Live Twice, which was partially filmed in Japan. 24. Sean Connery retired from the Bond role after You Only Live Twice, and Australian model-turned-actor George Lazenby was brought on board On Her Majesty's Secret Service as the new 007. Here, he's with English actress Diana Rigg (who portrays the only woman that Bond has married in the series' long history). 25. Lazenby films a scene on location on the Praia do Guincho (Guincho Beach), near Cascais in Portugal, 1969. Here he is captured by henchman Raphael, played by stuntman Terry Mountain. 26. Actor George Lazenby with actress Diana Rigg during a press conference for the James Bond film On Her Majesty's Secret Service in London, October 14, 1968. 27. Diana Rigg, title sequence designer Maurice Binder, director Peter Hunt, George Lazenby, on set, 1969. 28. After Lazenby's one shot, Sean Connery was lured back for one final 007 adventure in the form of 1971's Diamonds Are Forever (though he would return in 1983's unofficial Bond movie, Never Say Never Again). Here, he's seen with co-star Jill St. John. 29. Sean Connery (right) and producer Harry Saltzman on location in Amsterdam for the shooting of the seventh James Bond film, Diamonds Are Forever. This photo was taken on July 4, 1971. 30. A light moment between scenes with Connery and St. John. 31. Director Guy Hamilton (whose previous Bond credit was 1964's Goldfinger) with Connery on set. 32. With Connery gone again, producers found the new 007 in the form of Roger Moore. In this publicity shot from Live and Let Die, Moore is seen with Julius Harris, Jane Seymour, Geoffrey Holder and Yaphet Kotto. 33. Roger Moore relaxes on location for the filming of the James Bond film Live and Let Die on March 1, 1973, in Kingston, Jamaica 34. Jane Seymour and producer Harry Saltzman take a break during filming in Kingston, Jamaica. 35. When filmmakers saw this sign that hung outside an alligator farm, they dreamt up a daring stunt for Bond to perform to elude their snapping jaws. 36. Roger Moore on the set of The Man with the Golden Gun. At the time of the film's production, there was a kung fu craze in Hollywood, so a bit of martial arts was worked into the story. 37. Roger Moore, Britt Ekland, Guy Hamilton (director), Albert "Cubby" Broccoli (producer) and Christopher Lee at a press conference for The Man with the Golden Gun. 38. Actor Roger Moore with actresses Maud Adams and Britt Ekland. 39. The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) is generally considered to be Roger Moore's best Bond film. In this image, actress Barbara Bach (Anya Amasova, a.k.a. XXX), producer Albert R. Broccoli and Moore on-set in 1977. 40. Actress Barbara Bach and actor Richard Kiel (Jaws) on the set of The Spy Who Loved Me. 41. The underwater unit films footage of the Lotus Esprit turned submersible. 42. The sets of the Bond movies were always like a family getting back together, and here, producer Cubby Broccoli serves out pasta to cast and crew. 43. Actor Roger Moore on the set of Moonraker, which literally brings 007 into space in an effort to capitalize on the success of Star Wars. 44. L-R: Producer Cubby Broccoli, Roger Moore, actress Lois Chiles (CIA Agent Holly Goodhead) and director Lewis Gilbert, who had previously helmed 1967's You Only Live Twice and 1977's The Spy Who Loved Me. 45. Jaws (Richard Kiel) may have height and bulk on his side, but James Bond (Roger Moore) has the bullhorn! 46. (L-R) Roger Moore and Lois Chiles during the filming of Moonraker. 47. Despite the box office success of Moonraker, the powers that were decided the time was right to bring the Bond character back down to Earth, hence the approach to 1981's For Your Eyes Only. Here, the returning Roger Moore with singer Sheena Easton, who sings the title song and is seen performing it in the opening credits. 48. Roger Moore rests before filming another scene of For Your Eyes Only in the Bahamas in October 1980. 49. Roger Moore and leading lady Carole Boquet are all smiles as they prepare to film a sequence in which their characters are dragged via boat over coral reefs, the injuries expected to catch the attention of sharks. 50. L-R: Topol, Roger Moore, Paul Angelis, Carole Bouquet, Stag Theodore, Alekis Kiritikos and director John Glen. 51. Christopher Reeve visits Roger Moore on the set of the 12th James Bond movie Octopussy at Pinewood Studios in 1983. At the time, Reeve was filming Superman III in England. 52. (L-R) Swedish actress and model Maud Adams is Octopussy and Roger Moore is James Bond, the two of them standing at a magazine stand during the filming of Octopussy in October 1982. Adams had previously appeared in 1974's The Man with the Golden Gun as a different character. 53. From left to right, Kabir Bedi, Maud Adams, producer Albert R. Broccoli, Roger Moore, Lois Maxwell, tennis star Vijay Amritraj and Desmond Llewelyn. 54. (L-R) Actress Tina Hudson, is Bianca, and Roger Moore is 007, pose for a portrait with Bond's Astrojet that plays a role in the film's stunning pre-credit sequence. 55. Roger Moore's tenure as James Bond ends 12 years after it began with A View to a Kill. Here are Christopher Walken as Max Zorin, Tanya Roberts as Stacy Sutton and Moore as 007, all seen during the making of the film in England. 56. A View to a Kill on location at the Eiffel Tower in Paris. 57. English film director John Glen (white jacket), producer Albert R. Broccoli, Roger Moore as James Bond and Jamaican-American model Grace Jones, as May Day in Paris, France, August 1984. 58. Hmm, is this a crossover between James Bond and the Pink Panther? On set in London, England in August 1984. 59. In the aftermath of the cancelation of his Remington Steele television series, Pierce Brosnan was signed to play James Bond in The Living Daylights. Upon that announcement, NBC enforced its option to bring the series back, resulting in the actor being let go from Bond (eventually returning for 1995's GoldenEye). 60. The mad dash to find a last-minute replacement for Pierce Brosnan, the producers held a number of screen tests, including this one featuring American actor James Brolin as 007. 61. Sam Neill (perhaps best known as Dr. Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park franchise) also screen-tested for the role of Bond in The Living Daylights. 62. Things got very serious with 1987's The Living Daylights, introducing Timothy Dalton as James Bond 007. Here he's seen with producer Albert R. Broccoil at a press event to promote the film in England on June 25, 1987. 63. C'mon, does playing James Bond really look that tough? 64. Timothy Dalton caught in the PR machine that is such a big part of James Bond movie productions. 65. Timothy Dalton on set in 1987. 66. Timothy Dalton with director Jon Glen on the set of the actor's second Bond movie, Licence to Kill. This was Glen's fifth and final film in the series. 67. Actor Robert Davi poses on Sunset Blvd during a 1988 West Hollywood, California, photo portrait session. Davi plays a Colombian drug lord in Licence to Kill. 68. Timothy Dalton and Carey Lowell attend the premiere of the James Bond film Licence to Kill at the Odeon Cinema on June 13, 1989, in London, England. 69. Timothy Dalton poses during a 1989 West Hollywood, California, publicity portrait session. Dalton's Licence to Kill was his second and final opportunity to play James Bond. 70. Irish actor Pierce Brosnan took on the role of Bond six years after Dalton's last effort. He's seen here driving a BMW Z3 for a scene in GoldenEye on February 2, 1995. Polish actress Izabella Scorupco is in the seat behind him. Here, Brosnan operates the clapperboard for the camera. 71. Pierce Brosnan poses with Roger Moore, a former incarnation of superspy James Bond, on the set of the film GoldenEye, 1995. 72. Famke Janssen, Pierce Brosnan and director Martin Campbell, on set, 1995. 73. Izabella Scorupco films a scene in Puerto Rico with Pierce Brosnan and a BMW Z3. 74. Henry Cavill's screen test to play James Bond in GoldenEye. 75. Tomorrow Never Dies: Pierce Brosnan, Michelle Yeoh preparing to film a scene on set, 1997. 76. Pierce Brosnan as 007, filming a scene in a fake L-39 Albatros jet for the opening sequence of Tomorrow Never Dies. Behind the aircraft is a snowy mountain backdrop. 77. Michelle Yeoh, Pierce Brosnan and director Roger Spttiswoode. 78. Pierce Brosnan, gun in hand, sitting on a BMW R1200C in a publicity still for the film. 79. The World is Not Enough: Left-to-right: Sophie Marceau, Pierce Brosnan and director Michael Apted, 1999. 80. Die Another Day, released for the film series' 40th anniversary, is Pierce Brosnan's final portrayal of James Bond. Here, he poses with an Aston Martin V12 Vanquish at a press conference for the movie at Pinewood Studios, Buckinghamshire, England on January 11, 2002. 81. Director Lee Tamahori and Pierce Brosnan on the set, 2002, 82. Actors (L to R) Rosamund Pike, Pierce Brosnan and Halle Berry pose for photographers January 11, 2002 during the press launch of Die Another Day. 83. The final cycle of modern James Bond films begins with 2006's Casino Royale, which introduces Daniel Craig in the role of 007. He's seen here with co-star Eva Green. 84. The Odeon Cinema in Leicester Square in central London is prepared for the Royal Premiere of the James Bond film Casino Royale on November 13, 2006. 85. Daniel Craig walks past a caravan February 1, 2006, during the shooting of the film at Modrany studio in Prague. 86. Daniel Craig (L) and director Marc Forster (L) are seen on the sea stage in Bregenz on May 6, 2008, in Bregenz, Austria. 87. Director Marc Forster, Mathieu Amalric, Olga Kurylenko, Daniel Craig, on set, 2008. 88. Anatole Taubman, Mathieu Amalric, Olga Kurylenko, Daniel Craig and director Marc Forster on set in front of the press in 2008. 89. For the 50th anniversary of the James Bond in 2012, Skyfall was released and was not only one of the most critically acclaimed entries in the series, but the highest grossing as well, with over $1 billion in global box office. 90. From left: Judi Dench as MI6 head M with director Sam Mendes on set, 2012, 91. (L-R) French actress Berenice Marlohe, Daniel Craig and British actress Naomie Harris pose at a photocall to announce the start of production of the 23rd film in the James Bond series, Skyfall, in central London on November 3, 2011. 92. Daniel Craig and Javier Bardem (who portrays the film's villain) pose for the press at the start of production. 93. Daniel Craig and Monica Bellucci on set for the 24th James Bond film, Spectre, on February 19, 2015 in Rome, Italy. 94. Daniel Craig is seen filming a chase scene in Rome. 95. One of the baddies of Spectre is played by Dave Bautista, who achieved enormous popularity as Drax in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy. 96. From left: Dave Bautista and director Sam Mendes, on location in Obertilliach, Austria, 2015. 97. Daniel Craig (C) jokes with colleagues Lea Seydoux (R) of France and US Dave Bautista with the Tyrolean Alps in the background during a photo call on January 7, 2015. 98. Then Prince (now King) Charles with Daniel Craig during a visit to the James Bond set at Pinewood Studios on June 20, 2019, in Iver Heath, England. 99. Director Cary Joji Fukunaga, actress Léa Seydoux and Daniel Craig pose as they arrive on set of No Time to Die on September 09, 2019 in Matera, Italy. 100. Daniel Craig attends the World Premiere of No Time to Die at the Royal Albert Hall on September 28, 2021 in London, England. This is the end of a 60-year saga, marking Craig's last time as 007, the death of James Bond and seemingly the end of the series. Yet Amazon, which purchased MGM (half-owners of Bond) has made a deal to buy out Eon Productions (owners of the other half), which means only one thing. More about the world of James Bond 007 Sean Connery Movies: James Bond Was Only the Beginning Diana Rigg Was 'One Tough Dame,' from Emma Peel to Bond Girl to 'Game of Thrones' (EXCLUSIVE) Bond, James Bond: See What Happened to All the Actors Who've Played Hollywood's Top Spy Guy
