Sir Sean Connery has passed away at the age of 90.
The famous Scottish actor is best known for his leading role as James Bond in the OO7 movies.
He originated the role on the silver screen in Dr No in 1962 and went on to appear as Bond in five other official films and once more in the unofficial Never Say Never Again in 1983.
He remains the most famous James Bond despite handing back the keys to the Aston Martin nearly four decades ago.
Connery was raised in near poverty in the slums of Fountainbridge Edinburgh and worked as a coffin polisher, milkman and lifeguard before his bodybuilding hobby helped launch an acting career that made him one of the world's biggest stars.
He would introduce himself in the movies with the signature line, "Bond - James Bond.
His five-decade career saw him win an Oscar, two Baftas and three Golden Globes.
He also starred as historical figures King Arthur, Robin Hood and Richard the Lionheart during his illustrious career.
He was knighted in the 2000 New Year Honours for services to film drama.
