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Roger Moore
Playing James Bond in seven films and television adventurer Simon Templar in The Saint.
The Saint · Live and Let Die
- Born
- 14 October 1927
- Birthplace
- London, England
- Died
- 23 May 2017
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Roger Moore
Roger Moore was a British actor whose relaxed wit distinguished his screen heroes. His later public work centred on children’s welfare as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
Early life
London childhood
His father was a police officer; wartime evacuation interrupted his schooling.
Training
Studied at RADA after an early apprenticeship in animation.
Career
- 1940s
First steps
Entered acting and completed military service.
- 1962–1969
Television stardom
Led The Saint as Simon Templar.
- 1973–1985
James Bond
Succeeded Sean Connery in the official film series and made seven appearances.
- 1991
UNICEF
Began a long association as a Goodwill Ambassador.
Selected work
The Saint
Television series built around a charming adventurer.
Live and Let Die
His first James Bond film.
The Spy Who Loved Me
A major entry in his Bond run.
Beyond work
Children’s welfare
Audrey Hepburn introduced him to UNICEF; he supported campaigns against iodine deficiency.
Recognition
Received a knighthood in 2003 for his charitable services.
Sources & photo credit
Life, career and references ↗Biography and contributions ↗Photo: Allan warren. CC BY-SA 3.0 · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
