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Sir Sean Connery has paid tribute to fellow James Bond actor Roger Moore following the latter’s death, aged 89.
In a statement to The Independent , Connery, 86, wrote: "I was very sad to hear of Roger’s passing we had an unusually long relationship by Hollywood standards, that was filled with jokes and laughter, I will miss him.”
Pierce Brosnan, 64, who also played 007 on camera, also paid tribute to the actor, writing on Facebook: “Dear Sir Roger Moore, It is indeed with a heavy heart that I hear the news of your passing this morning. You were a big part of my life, from The Saint to James Bond.
“You were a magnificent James Bond and one that lead the way for me, the world will miss you and your unique sense of humour for years to come. My sincerest condolences to your family and children.”
Moore passed away in Switzerland following a short battle with cancer. Moore was the longest serving Bond , having played the famous spy in seven films. Others to have paid tribute include Ian Fleming’s estate, Russell Crowe, and Mia Farrow.
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures British actor Roger Moore as Lord Brett Sinclair, whilst filming the action television series 'The Persuaders'
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Roger Moore and Elizabeth Taylor in 'The Last Time I Saw Paris'
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures English actor Roger Moore on set during filming of the TV series 'The Persuaders'
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Patricia Donahue and Roger Moore in 'The Saint'
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Roger Moore in 'The Saint'
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures English film and television actor Roger Moore on location for the filming of the James Bond 007 movie 'Live and Let Die'
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Former Prime Minister Harold Wilson (1916 - 1995) meets American actress Barbara Bach and British actor Roger Moore at Pinewood Studios, UK
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Actors Barbara Bach and Roger Moore, stars of the James Bond film 'The Spy Who Loved Me', sitting on the now-famous 'amphibious' Lotus Esprit at Pinewood House, UK, 1977
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Queen Elizabeth II greets Help The Aged Living Legend award winner, actor Sir Roger Moore, as compere, TV presenter Michael Parkinson, looks on at a ceremony at Windsor Castle
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Sir Jackie Stewart and Roger Moore
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures British Oscar winner Michael Caine and actor Roger Moore after presenting a mini-coach to a children's charity in London
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Roger Moore and manager Alex Ferguson
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures Roger Moore dons a Man Utd shirt before the Manchester United v Boca Juniors Unicef Benefit match at Old Trafford
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Roger Moore: A life in pictures A cast of Sir Roger Moore's hands is displayed at The Odeon Cinema in Leicester Square
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