Sean Connery — the legendary actor known for his performance as James Bond — passed away at the age of 90, according to multiple reports.
- Connery reportedly died in his sleep in the Bahamas, BBC News reports.
- His son said Connery had been “unwell for some time,” according to BBC News.
- Connery was the first actor to portray James Bond in film, starring in seven Bond films.
- Connery won an Oscar for best actor for his role in “The Untouchables.”
- He also starred in such major films as “The Hunt for Red October,” “Highlander,” “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” and “The Rock.”
Reaction
Social media reacted to Connery’s death.
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 —
— James Bond (@007) October 31, 2020
Sean Connery was a movie legend, even far into his golden years. Our strongest Bonds were formed by him, and he was Untouchable. He passed today at age 90, a suave hero to the end.
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) October 31, 2020
Sad news. Sir Connery is dead. RIP.
— James Melville (@JamesMelville) October 31, 2020
Sean Connery will always be James Bond. pic.twitter.com/BbfbkhRy29
Shaken and, on this occasion, stirred to hear that Sir Sean Connery has passed away. Had the pleasure of playing golf with him on a couple of occasions. A real character and for me, the best Bond. James Bond should be immortal. RIP
— Gary Lineker 💙 (@GaryLineker) October 31, 2020
Every day on set with #SeanConnery was an object lesson in how to act on screen. But all that charisma and power- that was utterly unique to Sean . RIP that great man , that great actor . https://t.co/W8MQrFYlJ0
— Sam Neill (@TwoPaddocks) October 31, 2020
RIP the glorious Sean Connery pic.twitter.com/pzQ20gtFz9
— Elizabeth Hurley (@ElizabethHurley) October 31, 2020
2/ Sean was born into a working class Edinburgh family and through talent & sheer hard work, became an international film icon and one of the world's most accomplished actors
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) October 31, 2020
How infinitely sad to hear the news Sir Sean Connery has passed away. He and Roger were friends for many decades and Roger always maintained Sean was the best ever James Bond. RIP
— Sir Roger Moore (Legacy) (@sirrogermoore) October 31, 2020
I grew up idolizing #SeanConnery. A legend on screen, and off. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/OU9QEy5fTB
— Hugh Jackman (@RealHughJackman) October 31, 2020
RIP to the original #Bond, Sir #SeanConnery 🖤 pic.twitter.com/ITfpgsCnhY
— British GQ (@BritishGQ) October 31, 2020
So sad to hear the news of the passing of Sean Connery. It may not be pc but he personified a man's man.
— Charles V Payne (@cvpayne) October 31, 2020
Growing up wanted to be his James Bond character. Sauve but rugged and a sense of humor even at darkest moments. His life was one of personal triumph.#RIPSeanConnery
Sean Connery . Sir . Your legend will live on forever . Well done Sir. You won this life . ❤️ thank you for inspiring us with the extent of your human potential. R.I.P
— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) October 31, 2020
Sean Connery with a fan. The original James Bond has died aged 90 🙏 pic.twitter.com/9RyrDiQRsR
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) October 31, 2020
It says something for the extraordinary charisma of this Edinburgh lad to have created the most iconic character in film & then, rather than be typecast by it, become equally famous for just being Sean Connery. A real screen legend; oft imitated (by all!) but never equalled. 1/4 pic.twitter.com/TOdAI0Fxnv
— edgarwright (@edgarwright) October 31, 2020