Sean Connery (born August 25, 1930, in Edinburgh, Scotland – died October 31, 2020) was a Scottish actor. Before acting, he worked various jobs and served in the Royal Navy. He began his career through theater, television, and small film roles, gradually establishing himself as a charismatic leading man.
He achieved international fame as the first James Bond in Dr. No, From Russia with Love, Goldfinger, and several other entries in the franchise. He later earned an Academy Award for The Untouchables and starred in The Hunt for Red October, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and The Rock. Known for charisma, authority, and elegance, he became a screen legend.
He concluded his career after films such as Finding Forrester and The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. Beyond acting, he was a prominent supporter of Scottish cultural causes and received a knighthood in 2000. With decades of acclaim and enduring popularity, he remains one of the most iconic actors in cinema history.