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23rd May 2017

Sir Roger Moore has died, aged 89

Moore will be best remembered for starring in seven James Bond films between the years of 1973 and 1985

Conor Heneghan

Roger Moore’s family released a statement on Tuesday afternoon.

Legendary English actor Sir Roger Moore has sadly passed away, aged 89, his family confirmed in a statement on Tuesday afternoon.

A statement by Moore’s children, Deborah, Geoffrey and Christian, confirmed that the former James Bond actor passed away in Switzerland after a short but brave battle with cancer.

A highly decorated and much-loved performer, Moore will be best remembered for starring in seven James Bond films between the years of 1973 and 1985.

May he rest in peace.