All 189 James Bond Actors Who Died

The James Bond franchise stands as a monumental pillar in cinematic history, spanning over six decades and captivating audiences worldwide. Its success is built not just on the charismatic super spy, but also on the vast constellation of actors who brought its vibrant world to life. From iconic villains and memorable allies to unforgettable Bond girls and dedicated MI6 agents, each performer left a distinct mark on the enduring series. Their contributions are woven into the very fabric of the Bond legacy.

As time marches on, it is important to remember the talented individuals who are no longer with us. These actors, through their portrayals, helped shape the cinematic universe of James Bond, creating moments of thrill, humor, and drama that have resonated with generations of fans. This article pays tribute to the many performers from the Bond films who have passed away, honoring their work and the unforgettable characters they gifted to the world of cinema.

Emilio Echevarría

Emilio Echevarría was a respected Mexican actor who appeared as Raoul in the 2002 James Bond film ‘Die Another Day’. His character was a Cuban cigar factory owner who was also an undercover British agent, aiding Bond during his mission. Echevarría was well-known for his roles in critically acclaimed films like ‘Amores Perros’ (2000) and ‘Y tu mamá también’ (2001).

His career was marked by powerful performances that often captured the complexities of his characters. He passed away on January 4, 2025. The cause of his death was not disclosed.

Antony Carrick

Antony Carrick had a role as the Blayden Male Secretary in the 1987 James Bond film ‘The Living Daylights’, starring Timothy Dalton. An English actor and production manager, Carrick had a varied career that included television appearances in popular shows like ‘Doctor Who’ (1963) and ‘The Hitch Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ (1981).

He also worked in production, showcasing his versatility within the entertainment industry. Carrick passed away on November 2, 2024, in the UK. The cause of death was not publicly revealed.

Hassani Shapi

Hassani Shapi, a Kenyan-born actor, played the role of a doctor in the 1999 James Bond film ‘The World Is Not Enough’. Shapi also had a part in another major franchise, appearing in ‘Star Wars Episode I – The Phantom Menace’ (1999). His career extended to Italian television, where he was known for his role in ‘Il maresciallo Rocca’ (1996).

He worked as an actor and director, contributing to various international productions. Shapi passed away on July 7, 2024, in Kenya. The specific cause of his death has not been disclosed.

Bruce Glover

Bruce Glover is remembered by Bond fans for his role as the menacing Mr. Wint, one-half of a deadly pair of assassins in the 1971 film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. Alongside Putter Smith as Mr. Kidd, Glover’s character delivered a performance that was both chilling and darkly comedic. Glover had a long and varied career, often playing tough or eccentric characters.

His instinct for acting was apparent from a young age, and he pursued it through theater before finding success in Hollywood. Glover passed away on March 12, 2025, from natural causes.

Yvonne Shima

Yvonne Shima played Sister Lily in the inaugural James Bond film, ‘Dr. No’ (1962). As one of the early faces in the Bond series, she was part of the team at Dr. No’s mysterious Crab Key island facility. Born in British Columbia, Canada, Shima also appeared in ‘The World of Suzie Wong’ (1960) and ‘The Cool Mikado’ (1963).

Her acting career was brief but included a memorable part in the film that launched a global phenomenon. Yvonne Shima passed away on September 1, 2023, after a battle with cancer.

Topol

The acclaimed Israeli actor Topol, born Chaim Topol, played the charming Greek smuggler Milos Columbo in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. His character becomes a crucial ally to Roger Moore’s James Bond, helping him take down the villainous Aris Kristatos. Topol was an internationally celebrated actor, most famous for his iconic portrayal of Tevye in the musical ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, both on stage and in the 1971 film adaptation.

His charismatic performance in ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ earned him global recognition, including an Academy Award nomination. Topol passed away on March 8, 2023, after living with Alzheimer’s disease.

Robbie Coltrane

Robbie Coltrane appeared in two James Bond films as the affable yet opportunistic Russian ex-KGB agent Valentin Zukovsky. He first played the role in ‘GoldenEye’ (1995) and returned in ‘The World Is Not Enough’ (1999). His character provided a mix of humor and assistance to Pierce Brosnan’s Bond. Coltrane was a beloved Scottish actor, famous for his role as Hagrid in the ‘Harry Potter’ series and as the criminal psychologist ‘Fitz’ in the TV series ‘Cracker’ (1993-2006).

His immense talent made him one of Britain’s most popular actors. Coltrane passed away on October 14, 2022, from multiple organ failure at the age of 72.

Kenneth Tsang

Kenneth Tsang, a veteran actor from Hong Kong, portrayed General Moon in the 2002 James Bond film ‘Die Another Day’. General Moon was the father of the film’s main antagonist, Gustav Graves. Tsang had a prolific career in Asian cinema, known for his roles in films like ‘The Killer’ (1989), and he also appeared in Hollywood productions such as ‘The Replacement Killers’ (1998).

His career spanned several decades, making him a recognizable face in both Eastern and Western films. Tsang died on April 27, 2022, while in a quarantine hotel in Hong Kong; no cause of death was disclosed.

Sonny Caldinez

Sonny Caldinez played Kra in the 1974 James Bond film ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. Kra was one of the henchmen at the island hideout of the villain Scaramanga. Caldinez, born in Trinidad, was often cast in physically imposing roles due to his tall stature. He appeared in several popular films and television shows, including ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’ (1981), ‘The Fifth Element’ (1997), and the classic series ‘Doctor Who’ (1963).

His unique look made him a memorable presence in many of his screen appearances. Caldinez passed away on April 12, 2022. The cause of death was not disclosed.

Jack Hedley

Jack Hedley played the role of Sir Timothy Havelock in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. His character, a marine archaeologist working for the British Secret Service, is tragically killed in the opening scenes, setting the plot in motion. Hedley was a robust British actor known for his roles in the TV series ‘Colditz’ (1972) and the film ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ (1962). He also provided the voice for Havelock’s parrot in the film.

His career spanned several decades across film, television, and stage. Hedley passed away on December 11, 2021, at the age of 92 following a heart attack.

Tommy Lane

Tommy Lane appeared as Adam, one of the henchmen pursuing James Bond, in the 1973 film ‘Live and Let Die’. He was part of the memorable boat chase sequence through the Louisiana bayous. Born in Miami, Florida, Lane was an actor and stuntman who also appeared in the classic film ‘Shaft’ (1971).

In addition to his film career, Lane was a talented jazz musician who played the trumpet and flugelhorn. He passed away on November 29, 2021, from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Frank McRae

Frank McRae played Sharkey, a close friend and ally of Felix Leiter, in the 1989 James Bond film ‘Licence to Kill’. His character provided key assistance to Timothy Dalton’s Bond in his quest for revenge. A former NFL player, McRae was known for his imposing physical presence and often played tough but lovable characters in films like ‘National Lampoon’s Vacation’ (1983) and ‘*batteries not included’ (1987).

His career included over 40 film appearances, making him a familiar face to many moviegoers. McRae died of a heart attack on April 29, 2021.

Helen McCrory

Helen McCrory made a brief but memorable appearance as Clair Dowar MP in the 2012 James Bond film ‘Skyfall’. An award-winning British actress, she was widely acclaimed for her work on stage and screen. McCrory was famous for her roles as Narcissa Malfoy in the ‘Harry Potter’ films and Polly Gray in the television series ‘Peaky Blinders’.

Her extensive career included numerous celebrated performances in productions by the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. McCrory passed away from breast cancer on April 16, 2021, at the age of 52.

Paul Ritter

Paul Ritter played the role of Guy Haines, a special advisor to the Prime Minister, in the 2008 James Bond film ‘Quantum of Solace’. A versatile and highly respected British character actor, Ritter was well known for his role as Martin Goodman in the popular sitcom ‘Friday Night Dinner’ (2011-2020).

He had an extensive career on stage, earning a Tony Award nomination for his performance in ‘The Norman Conquests’. His film credits also include ‘Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince’ (2009). Ritter died from a brain tumor on April 5, 2021, at the age of 54.

Yaphet Kotto

Yaphet Kotto delivered a powerful dual performance as the villainous Dr. Kananga and his alter ego, the Harlem gangster Mr. Big, in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. Kotto’s commanding presence made him one of the most memorable antagonists in the series. Born in New York, he broke racial stereotypes in Hollywood and was known for his intense roles in films like ‘Alien’ (1979) and ‘Blue Collar’ (1978).

He also starred in the long-running television series ‘Homicide Life on the Street’ (1993-1999). Kotto passed away on March 15, 2021, in the Philippines at the age of 81.

David de Keyser

David de Keyser had a role as a doctor in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. A British actor and director, de Keyser was also known for his voice work, having dubbed the voice of Gabriele Ferzetti’s character Draco in ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’ (1969). His career included appearances in films like ‘Yentl’ (1983) and on television.

He was a versatile performer with a long career in the British entertainment industry. De Keyser passed away on February 20, 2021, in the UK.

Tanya Roberts

Tanya Roberts starred as Stacey Sutton, a geologist and the main Bond girl, in the 1985 film ‘A View to a Kill’. She played opposite Roger Moore in his final outing as James Bond. Roberts began her career as a model before moving into acting. She gained fame as one of the angels in the final season of the TV series ‘Charlie’s Angels’ (1976-1981).

Her other notable roles include the title character in ‘Sheena’ (1984) and Midge Pinciotti in the sitcom ‘That ’70s Show’ (1998-2004). Roberts died on January 4, 2021, from sepsis caused by a urinary tract infection.

Jeremy Bulloch

Jeremy Bulloch appeared in two James Bond films as Smithers, Q’s assistant. He played the role in ‘For Your Eyes Only’ (1981) and ‘Octopussy’ (1983). However, Bulloch is most famously known for portraying the iconic bounty hunter Boba Fett in the original ‘Star Wars’ trilogy, appearing in ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ (1980) and ‘Return of the Jedi’ (1983).

An English actor with a career spanning decades, he also appeared in the TV series ‘Doctor Who’ (1963) and ‘Robin of Sherwood’ (1984). Bulloch passed away on December 17, 2020, from complications of Parkinson’s disease.

Rafer Johnson

Rafer Johnson, a celebrated American athlete, had a role as Mullens, a DEA agent, in the 1989 James Bond film ‘Licence to Kill’. Johnson was a true American hero, winning the gold medal in the decathlon at the 1960 Rome Olympics. His life was marked by incredible achievements, including co-founding the California Special Olympics and famously helping to subdue Robert F. Kennedy’s assassin in 1968.

He had a modest acting career, often appearing in roles that utilized his athletic physique. Johnson passed away on December 2, 2020, in Sherman Oaks, California, at the age of 85.

Philip Voss

Philip Voss played an auctioneer in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. A British actor with a distinguished career in theatre, Voss was a familiar face in film and television. He appeared in notable films such as ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’ (1994) and ‘About Time’ (2013).

He was highly regarded for his stage work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. Voss died on November 13, 2020, from cancer and complications related to COVID-19.

Geoffrey Palmer

Geoffrey Palmer appeared as Admiral Roebuck in the 1997 James Bond film ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’. The lugubrious-faced English actor was a staple of British television for decades, known for his deadpan delivery and comedic timing. He famously starred opposite Judi Dench in the long-running sitcom ‘As Time Goes By’ (1992-2005).

His extensive career also included roles in ‘The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin’ (1976-1979) and ‘Butterflies’ (1978-1983). Palmer passed away on November 5, 2020, following a short illness.

Sean Connery

The original James Bond, Sean Connery, defined the character for a generation. The Scottish actor starred in seven Bond films, beginning with ‘Dr. No’ (1962) and including ‘From Russia with Love’ (1963), ‘Goldfinger’ (1964), ‘Thunderball’ (1965), ‘You Only Live Twice’ (1967), and ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ (1971), before returning for ‘Never Say Never Again’ (1983). His portrayal of the suave and dangerous agent set the standard for all who followed.

Beyond Bond, Connery had an illustrious career, winning an Academy Award for his role in ‘The Untouchables’ (1987). His other iconic films include ‘Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade’ (1989) and ‘The Hunt for Red October’ (1990). Proclaimed “The Greatest Living Scot,” Connery died on October 31, 2020, at the age of 90 from respiratory failure.

Lon Satton

Lon Satton played the role of Strutter, an MI6 agent in New York, in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. An American actor and singer, Satton had a career that spanned both stage and screen. He appeared in ‘Revenge of the Pink Panther’ (1978) and the science fiction series ‘Space 1999’ (1975).

He was also a respected figure in the London theatre scene, known for his work in musicals. Satton passed away on October 30, 2020.

Margaret Nolan

Margaret Nolan is remembered for her dual role in the 1964 James Bond classic ‘Goldfinger’. She played Dink, Bond’s masseuse, and was also famously the gold-painted model in the film’s iconic title sequence. Nolan began her career as a glamour model and appeared in several of the popular British ‘Carry On’ films, showcasing her comedic talents.

Her appearance in ‘Goldfinger’ remains one of the most memorable images in the Bond franchise. Nolan died from cancer on October 5, 2020, at the age of 76.

Michael Lonsdale

Michael Lonsdale portrayed the sophisticated and menacing villain Hugo Drax in the 1979 James Bond film ‘Moonraker’. As the megalomaniacal industrialist planning to wipe out humanity, Lonsdale created one of the most memorable adversaries for Roger Moore’s Bond. The Anglo-French actor had an eclectic and distinguished career in European and American cinema.

He was also highly acclaimed for his role as Deputy Commissioner Claude Lebel in ‘The Day of the Jackal’ (1973). Lonsdale passed away on September 21, 2020.

Diana Rigg

Dame Diana Rigg played the unforgettable role of Countess Teresa di Vicenzo, also known as Tracy, in the 1969 film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. Tracy holds the unique distinction of being the only woman to marry James Bond. Rigg brought a depth and vulnerability to the role that made her one of the most beloved Bond girls.

An acclaimed British actress, she was also famous for playing Emma Peel in the TV series ‘The Avengers’ (1961-1969) and Olenna Tyrell in ‘Game of Thrones’ (2011-2019). Rigg died of lung cancer on September 10, 2020, at the age of 82.

Earl Cameron

Earl Cameron appeared as Pinder, James Bond’s Bahamian assistant, in the 1965 film ‘Thunderball’. A pioneering Black actor in British cinema, Cameron broke barriers with his role in the 1951 film ‘Pool of London’. Born in Bermuda, he moved to London and built a career that spanned over seven decades.

His other notable film credits include ‘Sapphire’ (1959) and ‘The Interpreter’ (2005). Cameron passed away on July 3, 2020, from natural causes at the remarkable age of 102.

Nina Muschallik

Nina Muschallik played Verushka, a casino girl, in the 1999 James Bond film ‘The World Is Not Enough’. The British actress also appeared in the horror film ‘Knife Edge’ (2009) and the children’s television series ‘Kappatoo’ (1990).

Her role in the Bond franchise was part of a brief but active career in the 1990s and 2000s. Muschallik passed away on May 27, 2020.

Honor Blackman

Honor Blackman created one of the most iconic female characters in film history as Pussy Galore in the 1964 James Bond movie ‘Goldfinger’. As the skilled pilot and judo expert leading a team of female aviators, her character was a formidable match for Sean Connery’s Bond. Before her Bond role, Blackman was already famous in the UK for playing the leather-clad Cathy Gale in the TV series ‘The Avengers’ (1961).

Her assertive and independent characters made her an inspirational figure. Blackman died of natural causes on April 5, 2020, at the age of 94. She also had an uncredited appearance in ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’.

Claudine Auger

Claudine Auger starred as Dominique “Domino” Derval, the stunning Bond girl in the 1965 film ‘Thunderball’. A former Miss France runner-up, Auger’s portrayal of the beautiful brunette caught in a dangerous game with the villain Emilio Largo made her an international star. Her performance as Domino remains a fan favorite.

After her Bond role, she continued a successful acting career primarily in French and Italian cinema. Auger passed away on December 18, 2019, after an illness.

Sid Haig

Sid Haig appeared as one of the Slumber Inc. attendants in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. A prolific character actor known for his menacing presence, Haig became a cult icon in the horror genre, particularly for his role as Captain Spaulding in Rob Zombie’s films ‘House of 1000 Corpses’ (2003) and ‘The Devil’s Rejects’ (2005).

His career spanned over 50 films and 350 television series, making him a familiar face in exploitation and action films. Haig died on September 21, 2019, from respiratory complications.

David Hedison

David Hedison played the role of CIA agent Felix Leiter in two James Bond films. He first appeared alongside Roger Moore in ‘Live and Let Die’ (1973) and later reprised the role with Timothy Dalton in ‘Licence to Kill’ (1989). He is one of the few actors to play Leiter with two different Bonds. Hedison was also known for his starring role as Captain Lee Crane in the sci-fi TV series ‘Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea’ (1964-1968).

His friendly chemistry with different Bond actors made him a memorable part of the franchise. Hedison passed away on July 18, 2019.

Bryan Marshall

Bryan Marshall played Commander Talbot of the Royal Navy in the 1977 James Bond film ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’. The British actor had a prominent career in film and television, often playing tough or authoritative characters. He is well-remembered for his role as the treacherous Councillor Harris in the classic gangster film ‘The Long Good Friday’ (1980).

He emigrated to Australia in 1983 and continued to act in productions there and in Britain. Marshall passed away on June 25, 2019.

Nadja Regin

Nadja Regin appeared in two early James Bond films, playing different characters. She was Kerim Bey’s girlfriend in ‘From Russia with Love’ (1963) and returned as the belly dancer Bonita in the pre-title sequence of ‘Goldfinger’ (1964). In a memorable scene from ‘Goldfinger’, Bond uses her as a shield after seeing an attacker’s reflection in her eye.

The Serbian actress had a career in German and British films before retiring from acting to work behind the camera. Regin passed away on April 6, 2019.

Tania Mallet

Tania Mallet played the ill-fated Tilly Masterson in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. A successful model, Mallet chose not to pursue a long-term acting career, despite the fame her Bond role brought her. She famously stated that the pay was much better in modeling.

She was the first cousin of actress Helen Mirren. Mallet’s appearance as the revenge-seeking sister of the “golden girl” remains a memorable part of one of the most famous Bond films. She died on March 30, 2019, at the age of 77.

Shane Rimmer

Shane Rimmer, a Canadian actor, appeared in several James Bond films. He played Commander Carter, the captain of a nuclear submarine, in ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977). He also had uncredited roles as a launch controller in ‘You Only Live Twice’ (1967) and as a security chief in ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ (1971), and he voiced the character Hamilton in ‘Live and Let Die’ (1973).

Rimmer was famously the voice of Scott Tracy in the classic sci-fi series ‘Thunderbirds’ (1965-1966). He passed away on March 29, 2019, at the age of 89.

Albert Finney

Albert Finney made a notable appearance in the later Bond era as Kincade, the gruff but loyal gamekeeper of Bond’s ancestral home in the 2012 film ‘Skyfall’. A highly acclaimed English actor, Finney was a five-time Academy Award nominee known for his powerful performances in films like ‘Tom Jones’ (1963), ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ (1974), and ‘Erin Brockovich’ (2000).

He was a leading figure of the “angry young men” generation of British actors and had a distinguished career on both stage and screen. Finney passed away from a chest infection on February 7, 2019, at the age of 82.

Ricky Jay

Ricky Jay, a renowned magician and character actor, played the techno-terrorist Henry Gupta in the 1997 James Bond film ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’. His character was a key associate of the film’s villain, Elliot Carver. Jay was celebrated for his expertise in sleight of hand and was also a respected writer and consultant on magic and deception.

He had memorable acting roles in films like ‘Boogie Nights’ (1997) and ‘Magnolia’ (1999). Jay died of natural causes on November 24, 2018.

Robert Dix

Robert Dix played Hamilton, an MI6 agent who is unfortunately killed early in the 1973 film ‘Live and Let Die’. Although his on-screen time was brief, his character’s demise is a key plot point. Dix was an American actor and writer who appeared in films like ‘Forbidden Planet’ (1956) and ‘Young Jesse James’ (1960).

The son of silent film star Richard Dix, he had a career that spanned several decades. Dix died on August 6, 2018, from respiratory failure.

Eunice Gayson

Eunice Gayson holds the distinction of being the very first “Bond girl” on screen. She played Sylvia Trench, James Bond’s girlfriend, in both ‘Dr. No’ (1962) and ‘From Russia with Love’ (1963). It was Gayson’s character who prompted the iconic line, ‘Bond, James Bond’. Originally, she was considered for the role of Miss Moneypenny.

Her character was intended to be a recurring presence in the series, but was dropped after the second film. Gayson passed away on June 8, 2018, at the age of 90.

Soon-Tek Oh

Soon-Tek Oh played Lieutenant Hip, Bond’s contact in Hong Kong, in the 1974 film ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. A pioneering Asian-American actor, Oh co-founded the influential East West Players theatre company in Los Angeles. He had a long career in film and television, often working to break down stereotypes.

He also provided the voice for Fa Zhou, Mulan’s father, in the Disney animated classic ‘Mulan’ (1998). Oh passed away on April 4, 2018, from complications of Alzheimer’s disease.

Karin Dor

Karin Dor played the fiery redheaded SPECTRE agent Helga Brandt in the 1967 James Bond film ‘You Only Live Twice’. Her character famously meets a grim end in a piranha-infested pool after failing to eliminate Bond. The German actress was also known for her role in Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Topaz’ (1969).

She was a popular star in German cinema, particularly in Karl May westerns and Edgar Wallace thrillers. Dor died on November 6, 2017, from complications following a fall.

Albert Moses

Albert Moses appeared in two Roger Moore-era James Bond films. He was the barman in ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977) and returned in the more substantial role of Sadruddin, the head of MI6’s station in India, in ‘Octopussy’ (1983). Born in Sri Lanka, Moses was a familiar face in British film and television.

He also had a memorable role as a hospital porter in the classic horror-comedy ‘An American Werewolf in London’ (1981). Moses passed away on September 15, 2017.

William Hoyland

William Hoyland played McGregor, an armourer working with Q-Branch, in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. A British actor with a career in film, television, and theatre, Hoyland appeared in movies like ‘Hellboy’ (2004) and ‘A Mighty Heart’ (2007).

He trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama and worked extensively on the stage. Hoyland passed away on July 15, 2017.

Joe Robinson

Joe Robinson played diamond smuggler Peter Franks in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. He is known for his memorable fight scene with Sean Connery’s Bond in an Amsterdam elevator. Robinson came from a famous family of wrestlers and was a European Heavyweight Champion himself.

He transitioned to acting and also worked as a stunt arranger, contributing to several Bond films. Robinson passed away on July 3, 2017.

Molly Peters

Molly Peters played the beautiful masseuse Patricia Fearing in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. She has the distinction of being the first Bond girl to be seen taking her clothes off on screen. A former model, her role as the health club nurse who tends to Sean Connery’s Bond made her a cult favorite.

Her acting career was brief, and she retired after a few more film and television appearances. Peters passed away on May 30, 2017.

Roger Moore

Sir Roger Moore brought a charming, light-hearted, and debonair quality to the role of James Bond, starring in seven films from 1973 to 1985. His tenure began with ‘Live and Let Die’ (1973) and included ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’ (1974), ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977), ‘Moonraker’ (1979), ‘For Your Eyes Only’ (1981), ‘Octopussy’ (1983), and concluded with ‘A View to a Kill’ (1985). Before Bond, he was already an international star as Simon Templar in ‘The Saint’ (1962-1969).

After retiring from the role, Moore became a dedicated humanitarian, working as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. He passed away from lung and liver cancer on May 23, 2017, at the age of 89.

Clifton James

Clifton James created the unforgettable character of Sheriff J.W. Pepper, the loud-mouthed Louisiana lawman who appeared in two James Bond films. He first crossed paths with Roger Moore’s Bond in ‘Live and Let Die’ (1973) and returned for another comedic turn in ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’ (1974). Though born in Washington state, James perfected the Southern drawl for which his character became famous.

A graduate of the Actors Studio, he had a long career in film and television. James passed away on April 15, 2017, at the age of 96 from complications of diabetes.

Tim Pigott-Smith

Tim Pigott-Smith had a role as the British Foreign Secretary in the 2008 James Bond film ‘Quantum of Solace’. A highly respected patrician-looking British actor, he was acclaimed for his work on both stage and screen. He won a BAFTA TV Award for his role as the villainous Ronald Merrick in the landmark series ‘The Jewel in the Crown’ (1984).

He had a long and distinguished career, which included earning Olivier and Tony nominations for playing the title role in the play ‘King Charles III’. Pigott-Smith died suddenly from a heart attack on April 7, 2017, at the age of 70.

Burt Kwouk

Burt Kwouk appeared in three James Bond films. He played Mr. Ling, a Chinese nuclear fission expert, in ‘Goldfinger’ (1964), and a SPECTRE operative in ‘You Only Live Twice’ (1967). He also had a role as a Chinese general in the non-Eon spoof ‘Casino Royale’ (1967). Kwouk is most famously known for his role as Cato Fong, Inspector Clouseau’s manservant, in ‘The Pink Panther’ film series.

He was a familiar face on British television, with roles in series like ‘Tenko’ and ‘Last of the Summer Wine’. Kwouk died from cancer on May 24, 2016.

Douglas Wilmer

Douglas Wilmer played art expert Jim Fanning in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. His character consults with MI6 on the authenticity of a Fabergé egg. Wilmer was a distinguished English actor, best known for his definitive portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the 1960s BBC television series.

His film credits include ‘Jason and the Argonauts’ (1963) and ‘El Cid’ (1961). Wilmer passed away from pneumonia on March 31, 2016, at the age of 96.

Gabriele Ferzetti

Gabriele Ferzetti played the charismatic and powerful crime boss Marc-Ange Draco in the 1969 James Bond film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. Draco is the father of Tracy di Vicenzo and a crucial ally to James Bond. An elegant and prominent Italian actor, Ferzetti was an international star known for his roles in films by director Michelangelo Antonioni, such as ‘L’Avventura’ (1960).

He also had a memorable role as the railway baron Morton in Sergio Leone’s classic western ‘Once Upon a Time in the West’ (1968). Ferzetti passed away on December 2, 2015.

Neville Jason

Neville Jason had a minor role as Kerim’s Chauffeur in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. The British actor had a long career that included roles in the films ‘The Message’ (1976) and ‘The Duellists’ (1977).

He was also a prolific voice actor, known for his recordings of classic literature. Jason died on October 16, 2015.

Patrick Macnee

Patrick Macnee played Sir Godfrey Tibbett, an MI6 agent who assists James Bond, in the 1985 film ‘A View to a Kill’. Macnee was an icon of British television, most famously known for his starring role as the dapper secret agent John Steed in the classic series ‘The Avengers’ (1961-1969). His portrayal of the quintessential English gentleman spy made him a worldwide star.

He reprised the role in ‘The New Avengers’ (1976-1977). Macnee passed away from natural causes on June 25, 2015, at the age of 93.

Christopher Lee

Sir Christopher Lee portrayed the deadly assassin Francisco Scaramanga, the titular villain in the 1974 James Bond film ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. His performance as the refined, three-nippled marksman is considered one of the best in the series. Lee was a legendary actor with an astonishing career, known for playing Dracula in the Hammer Horror films.

In his later years, he gained a new generation of fans as Saruman in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy and Count Dooku in the ‘Star Wars’ prequel trilogy. Lee passed away on June 7, 2015, from heart failure at the age of 93.

Vincent Wong

Vincent Wong played General Li in the 2002 James Bond film ‘Die Another Day’. The Jamaican-born actor had roles in several major films, including ‘Batman Begins’ (2005) and ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ (1986).

He worked as both an actor and director throughout his career. Wong passed away on March 13, 2015, from natural causes.

Louis Jourdan

Louis Jourdan played the suave and sophisticated villain Kamal Khan in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. As the exiled Afghan prince, he was a formidable adversary for Roger Moore’s Bond. The French actor was known for his dashing, polished roles in Hollywood films, most notably as the romantic lead in the classic musical ‘Gigi’ (1958).

His film career began in France before he moved to the United States. Jourdan died of natural causes at his home in Beverly Hills on February 14, 2015, at the age of 93.

Khan Bonfils

Khan Bonfils had a role as Satoshi Isagura in the 1997 James Bond film ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’. The British actor also appeared in several other major film franchises, with parts in ‘Star Wars Episode I – The Phantom Menace’ (1999), ‘Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow’ (2004), and ‘Batman Begins’ (2005).

His career included work across a variety of genres in film. Bonfils passed away on January 7, 2015.

Geoffrey Holder

Geoffrey Holder gave a commanding and unforgettable performance as the mystical and intimidating villain Baron Samedi in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. With his towering height, deep voice, and iconic laugh, he created one of the most unique characters in the Bond series. Holder was a multi-talented artist, working as a dancer, choreographer, actor, costume designer, and painter.

He won two Tony Awards for the Broadway musical ‘The Wiz’. Holder died on October 5, 2014, from complications of pneumonia.

Richard Kiel

Richard Kiel became a pop culture icon for his role as Jaws, the seemingly indestructible, steel-toothed henchman. The towering 7’2″ actor played the character in two James Bond films, ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977) and ‘Moonraker’ (1979). His character was so popular with audiences that he was brought back and famously turned into a hero in the second film.

Before Bond, Kiel appeared in the classic ‘Twilight Zone’ episode ‘To Serve Man’. Kiel passed away on September 10, 2014, from a possible acute myocardial infarction.

Gottfried John

Gottfried John played the treacherous Colonel Ourumov in the 1995 James Bond film ‘GoldenEye’. As a rogue Russian officer, he was a key antagonist for Pierce Brosnan’s Bond. The German actor was well-known in his home country for his work with director Rainer Werner Fassbinder, including a role in ‘The Marriage of Maria Braun’ (1979).

He also appeared in the film ‘Asterix and Obelix vs. Caesar’ (1999). John passed away from cancer on September 1, 2014.

Richard LeParmentier

Richard LeParmentier had a role as a U.S. Aide in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. However, the American actor is most famously known for playing Admiral Motti, the Imperial officer who is Force-choked by Darth Vader in ‘Star Wars Episode IV – A New Hope’ (1977).

He appeared in over fifty films and TV shows after moving to Britain in the 1970s. LeParmentier passed away on April 15, 2013.

Bernard Horsfall

Bernard Horsfall played Campbell, an MI6 agent who assists James Bond, in the 1969 film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. The British actor had a long and varied career, with notable roles in the film ‘Braveheart’ (1995) and the television series ‘Doctor Who’ (1963).

He appeared in numerous British television shows, including ‘The Avengers’ (1961). Horsfall passed away on January 28, 2013.

Ruth Kempf

Ruth Kempf played Mrs. Bell, a flying school student, in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. She was part of a comedic scene where her character is on a lesson during the chaotic airport chase sequence. Kempf was an American actress who appeared in a few films during the 1970s.

Her other credits include ‘J.D.’s Revenge’ (1976) and ‘Death Brings Roses’ (1975). She passed away on September 9, 2012, in Opelousas, Louisiana.

Paul Stassino

Paul Stassino had the unique distinction of playing two different roles in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. He played Major François Derval, a NATO pilot, and Angelo Palazzi, the SPECTRE operative who impersonates him. The Greek-Cypriot actor appeared in several British TV shows, including ‘Danger Man’ (1960) and ‘The Saint’ (1962).

He left acting in the 1970s to manage a casino in Athens. Stassino passed away on June 28, 2012.

Pedro Armendáriz Jr.

Pedro Armendáriz Jr. played President Hector Lopez of Isthmus in the 1989 James Bond film ‘Licence to Kill’. He followed in the footsteps of his famous father, Pedro Armendáriz, who had appeared in ‘From Russia with Love’. Armendáriz Jr. was a prolific Mexican actor and producer with roles in Hollywood films like ‘Once Upon a Time in Mexico’ (2003) and ‘The Mask of Zorro’ (1998).

His career connected two generations of the Bond franchise. He died from cancer on December 26, 2011, in New York City.

Tony Sibbald

Tony Sibbald appeared as a Mine Foreman in the 1985 James Bond film ‘A View to a Kill’. The Canadian actor had roles in several major films, including ‘Superman II’ (1980) and ‘Hackers’ (1995).

His career included appearances in various film and television productions over the years. Sibbald passed away on December 13, 2011, in Thailand.

George Baker

George Baker had a key role in the 1969 James Bond film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’, playing Sir Hilary Bray. He also provided the voice for James Bond when Bond was impersonating Bray. Baker later returned to the series in ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977) as Captain Benson.

A well-known English actor, he was famous for playing Inspector Wexford in the TV series ‘The Ruth Rendell Mysteries’. Baker died of pneumonia on October 7, 2011.

Raymond Young

Raymond Young played Sierra, a SPECTRE operative posing as a chauffeur, in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. He is involved in the memorable sequence at the film’s start. Young was an English actor with a long career in television, appearing in shows like ‘Department S’ (1969) and the 1960 adaptation of ‘Emma’.

He worked extensively in British television from the 1950s onwards. Young passed away on July 27, 2011.

Angela Scoular

Angela Scoular played Ruby Bartlett, one of the “angels of death” at Piz Gloria, in the 1969 film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. Scoular also appeared in the non-Eon Bond spoof ‘Casino Royale’ (1967). A British actress, she was known for her roles in the TV series ‘You Rang, M’Lord?’ (1988) and the film ‘Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush’ (1968).

She was married to fellow actor Leslie Phillips. Scoular died on April 11, 2011, from burns sustained in a suicide.

Janet Brown

Janet Brown appeared as Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher in the closing scene of the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. Brown was a Scottish actress and comedian famous for her uncanny impersonation of the Iron Lady, which she performed on various television shows throughout the 1980s.

Her career began on the stage and included work in comedy and straight acting roles. Brown passed away from pneumonia on May 27, 2011.

Dolores Keator

Dolores Keator played Mary Trueblood, the secretary whose murder is one of the inciting incidents in ‘Dr. No’ (1962). Though her on-screen presence was brief, her character was central to the film’s early plot. Keator was an American actress who also appeared in the 1963 film adaptation of ‘Lord of the Flies’.

She later worked in casting. Keator passed away on January 11, 2011, in Miami, Florida.

Graham Crowden

Graham Crowden played the First Sea Lord in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. An imposing Scottish character actor, Crowden was known for his eccentric and larger-than-life performances. He famously turned down the role of the Fourth Doctor in ‘Doctor Who’ but later appeared as a guest villain.

He was a familiar face in British television comedy, starring in ‘A Very Peculiar Practice’ (1986) and ‘Waiting for God’ (1990). Crowden passed away on October 19, 2010.

Brenda Cowling

Brenda Cowling played Schatzi in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. An English actress, Cowling was a familiar face in British television for many years. She was known for her role in the sitcom ‘You Rang, M’Lord?’ (1988) and appeared in the film ‘Pink Floyd The Wall’ (1982).

Her career included numerous appearances in popular TV shows. Cowling died on October 2, 2010, after suffering a stroke.

Jimmy Dean

Jimmy Dean, the famous musician and entrepreneur, played the reclusive billionaire Willard Whyte in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. His character is held captive by Blofeld, who uses his business empire as a front. Dean was a country music star, best known for his hit song ‘Big Bad John’ and for founding the Jimmy Dean sausage brand.

His affable personality made him a popular television host and pitchman. Dean passed away on June 13, 2010.

Martin Benson

Martin Benson played the American gangster Mr. Solo in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. His character meets a memorable end after refusing to participate in Goldfinger’s grand scheme. Benson was a British actor and writer with a long career, often playing foreign characters.

He was known for his roles in ‘The King and I’ (1956) and ‘The Omen’ (1976). Benson died of natural causes on February 28, 2010.

Joseph Wiseman

Joseph Wiseman portrayed the very first cinematic James Bond villain, the titular Dr. Julius No, in ‘Dr. No’ (1962). His performance as the brilliant and sinister SPECTRE operative with prosthetic hands set the template for many Bond antagonists to come. Born in Canada, Wiseman was a critically hailed Broadway actor before his iconic film role.

His other film credits include ‘Detective Story’ (1951) and ‘Viva Zapata!’ (1952). Wiseman passed away on October 19, 2009.

Zena Marshall

Zena Marshall played the duplicitous agent Miss Taro in the first James Bond film, ‘Dr. No’ (1962). Her character was the first woman seduced by James Bond on screen. The striking, dark-haired beauty was of French and English-Irish ancestry, and her exotic looks led to a career playing sultry temptresses.

She also appeared in the TV series ‘Danger Man’ (1960) opposite Patrick McGoohan. Marshall died of cancer on July 10, 2009.

Paul Angelis

Paul Angelis played the Greek operative Karageorge in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. The Liverpool-born actor and writer was also known for providing voices for the animated film ‘Yellow Submarine’ (1968), where he voiced Ringo Starr and the Chief Blue Meanie.

His career included work in television and film, as well as writing. Angelis passed away on March 19, 2009.

James Bree

James Bree played Herr Gumbold, a Swiss lawyer and representative of SPECTRE, in the 1969 James Bond film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. Bree was a British actor with a long career in film and television, including appearances in ‘Doctor Who’ (1963) and the TV drama ‘The Donati Conspiracy’ (1973).

He was known for his distinctive features and character roles. Bree passed away on December 1, 2008.

Roy Stewart

Roy Stewart played Quarrel Jr. in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. His character was the son of Quarrel from ‘Dr. No’, providing a link to the first film in the series. Born in Jamaica, Stewart was an actor and stuntman who appeared in many British films and television shows, including ‘Doctor Who’ (1963) and ‘The Avengers’ (1961).

He also owned and operated a gym in London. Stewart passed away on October 27, 2008.

Terence Rigby

Terence Rigby portrayed General Bukharin in the 1997 James Bond film ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’. The British actor was known for his tough-guy roles in films like ‘Get Carter’ (1971) and as the voice of Silver in the animated film ‘Watership Down’ (1978).

He had an extensive career on stage and screen, appearing in films like ‘Elizabeth’ (1998). Rigby died of lung cancer on August 10, 2008.

Gertan Klauber

Gertan Klauber appeared as Bubi, an associate of Kamal Khan, in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. The corpulent, Czechoslovakian-born character actor was a familiar face on British television, often typecast in roles as spies, officials, or villains from Eastern Europe.

He appeared in ‘Carry On’ comedies and had a role in ‘Blackadder the Third’ (1987) as King George III. Klauber passed away on August 1, 2008.

Lois Maxwell

Lois Maxwell defined the role of Miss Moneypenny, appearing in 14 James Bond films from ‘Dr. No’ (1962) to ‘A View to a Kill’ (1985). Her witty and flirtatious on-screen relationship with every Bond from Sean Connery to Roger Moore made her an essential and beloved part of the series. Before Bond, Maxwell won a Golden Globe for Most Promising Newcomer in 1947.

She was a close friend of Roger Moore, whom she met at drama school. Maxwell passed away from bowel cancer on September 29, 2007.

John Stone

John Stone played a Submarine Captain in the 1967 James Bond film ‘You Only Live Twice’. The Welsh actor had a long career in British television, with recurring roles in shows like ‘The Avengers’ (1961).

He was a familiar face in supporting roles across numerous productions. Stone passed away in 2007.

Peter Brayham

Peter Brayham played Rhoda, one of the SPECTRE agents, in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. He was an actor and stuntman who worked on numerous films, including ‘Time Bandits’ (1981) and ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’ (2001).

His career in stunts spanned several decades in the British film industry. Brayham died of cancer on December 7, 2006.

Tetsurô Tanba

Tetsurô Tanba played Tiger Tanaka, the charismatic and resourceful head of the Japanese Secret Service, in the 1967 James Bond film ‘You Only Live Twice’. His character was a key ally to Sean Connery’s Bond. Tanba was a prolific and well-known actor in Japan, appearing in over 300 films.

His international credits include ‘The 7th Dawn’ (1964) and ‘Three Outlaw Samurai’ (1964). Tanba died of pneumonia on September 24, 2006.

Earl Jolly Brown

Earl Jolly Brown played the soft-spoken but deadly henchman Whisper in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. His character was one of Mr. Big’s memorable enforcers. Brown was an American actor who also appeared in blaxploitation films like ‘Black Belt Jones’ (1974).

His imposing size and gentle voice made for a unique on-screen presence. Brown passed away on August 24, 2006, in Las Vegas.

Manning Redwood

Manning Redwood played Bob Conley, a chief engineer working for Max Zorin, in the 1985 James Bond film ‘A View to a Kill’. The American actor lived and worked in the UK for many years. His other credits include ‘The Shining’ (1980).

He moved back to the US later in life. Redwood died on July 9, 2006, from an acute myocardial infarction.

Gerald James

Gerald James played Frazier, an MI6 armourer, in the 1974 James Bond film ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. The Welsh actor had a long career, with roles in the TV series ‘Sapphire & Steel’ (1979) and the film ‘Hope and Glory’ (1987).

He was a staple character actor in British film and television. James passed away on June 10, 2006.

Vincent Schiavelli

Vincent Schiavelli played the sinister Dr. Kaufman, a professional assassin, in the 1997 James Bond film ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’. Known for his distinctive sad-eyed look, Schiavelli was a prolific character actor selected by Vanity Fair as one of the best in America.

His memorable roles include parts in ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ (1975), ‘Ghost’ (1990), and ‘Batman Returns’ (1992). He was also an accomplished author of cookbooks. Schiavelli died of lung cancer on December 26, 2005.

Rose Alba

Rose Alba played Madame Boitier, who was identified as SPECTRE operative Number 6, in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. Born in Egypt, the actress worked primarily in British film and television. She appeared in the TV series ‘BBC Sunday-Night Theatre’ (1950) and the film ‘Lord Tramp’ (1977).

Her career spanned several decades with numerous supporting roles. Alba passed away in December 2005 from natural causes.

Joseph Fürst

Joseph Fürst played Professor Dr. Metz, a reclusive laser refraction specialist working for Blofeld, in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. The distinguished Viennese character actor was known for playing suave, often villainous scientists. He is also remembered for his role as Professor Zaroff in the ‘Doctor Who’ (1963) episode ‘The Underwater Menace’.

He worked in British and Australian productions. Fürst passed away on November 29, 2005.

Marc Lawrence

Marc Lawrence appeared in two James Bond films. He was a Slumber Inc. attendant in ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ (1971) and returned as the gangster Rodney in ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’ (1974). An American character actor who specialized in playing underworld types, Lawrence had a career spanning six decades.

He was blacklisted during the McCarthy era and moved to Europe before returning to America. Lawrence passed away from natural causes on November 27, 2005.

Geoffrey Keen

Geoffrey Keen portrayed the Minister of Defence, Sir Frederick Gray, in six consecutive James Bond films from ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977) to ‘The Living Daylights’ (1987). His character was a constant presence, briefing Bond on missions and expressing exasperation at his methods. Keen was a prolific English actor with a career spanning over 50 years.

His dependable presence made him a familiar face in British cinema. Keen passed away on November 3, 2005.

John Hollis

John Hollis provided the physical presence for Ernst Stavro Blofeld in the pre-title sequence of ‘For Your Eyes Only’ (1981), though his face was never shown and he was uncredited. The British actor was known for playing villains and authority figures, often in science fiction films.

He is well-remembered as Lobot in ‘Star Wars Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back’ (1980) and as the Kryptonian General Zod’s bald second-in-command in ‘Superman II’ (1980). Hollis passed away on October 18, 2005, from natural causes.

Rik Van Nutter

Rik Van Nutter played CIA agent Felix Leiter in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. He was the third actor to take on the role of Bond’s American counterpart. Born in California, Van Nutter began his career in the film industry as a location manager before turning to acting.

He was married to actress Anita Ekberg for a time and lived in Rome for many years. Van Nutter passed away from a heart attack on October 15, 2005.

Alf Joint

Alf Joint played Capungo, the henchman who tries to assassinate Bond in the pre-title sequence of ‘Goldfinger’ (1964). His fight with Sean Connery, which famously ends with an electric heater being thrown into a bathtub, is one of the series’ most memorable moments. Joint was a British actor and prolific stuntman.

He worked on numerous high-profile films including ‘Outland’ (1981) and ‘Lifeforce’ (1985). Joint passed away on July 25, 2005.

Peter Porteous

Peter Porteous had roles in two James Bond films. He played Lenkin in ‘Octopussy’ (1983) and a Gasworks Supervisor in ‘The Living Daylights’ (1987). The British actor trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama and had a long career in theatre, film, and television.

He made his London theatre debut in 1960 opposite Peter Sellers. Porteous passed away on August 12, 2005.

Michael Billington

Michael Billington played Sergei Barsov, a Russian agent and lover of Agent XXX, in the pre-title sequence of ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977). He was famously killed by Roger Moore’s Bond during a ski chase. Billington was a British actor and writer, also known for his role as Colonel Paul Foster in the sci-fi TV series ‘UFO’ (1970).

He was also a frontrunner to play James Bond himself at various times. Billington died of cancer on June 3, 2005.

Mike Marshall

Mike Marshall played Colonel Scott, a U.S. Space Shuttle commander, in the 1979 James Bond film ‘Moonraker’. Born in Los Angeles to American director William Marshall and French actress Michèle Morgan, he worked primarily in French cinema. His best-known French film is ‘Don’t Look Now… We’re Being Shot At!’ (1966).

He also worked as an assistant director. Marshall passed away from a lung disease on June 1, 2005.

Julius Harris

Julius Harris portrayed Tee Hee, the towering henchman with a metal pincer arm, in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. His character’s menacing grin and deadly prosthetic made him one of the most memorable villains of the Roger Moore era. Harris broke into acting after working as a bouncer and became a notable figure in the blaxploitation genre.

His other film credits include ‘Super Fly’ (1972) and ‘King Kong’ (1976). Harris died of heart failure on October 17, 2004.

Geoffrey Cheshire

Geoffrey Cheshire played Toussaint in the 1969 James Bond film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. He was an English actor who appeared in numerous British films and television shows, including ‘Doctor Who’ (1963) and ‘Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 A.D.’ (1966).

He had a long career playing character roles. Cheshire passed away on October 5, 2004.

Virginia North

Virginia North played Olympe, Draco’s companion, in the 1969 James Bond film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. A former model, her exquisite looks caught the attention of film scouts. Her most fondly remembered role was as the silent assassin Vulnavia in the horror classic ‘The Abominable Dr. Phibes’ (1971).

She retired from acting in 1974 after marrying industrialist Gordon White and became Lady Virginia White. North died of cancer on June 5, 2004.

Philip Locke

Philip Locke played Vargas, one of Emilio Largo’s deadliest henchmen, in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. He is famously dispatched by Bond with a speargun. Locke was a British actor known for his intense performances and had roles in the TV series ‘Porridge’ (1979) and the film ‘Oliver Twist’ (1982).

He had a long and varied career on stage and screen. Locke passed away on April 19, 2004.

Bruce Boa

Bruce Boa played a U.S. General in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. The Canadian actor is perhaps best known for his role as General Rieekan in ‘Star Wars Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back’ (1980). He also appeared in the classic war film ‘Full Metal Jacket’ (1987).

He worked extensively in British film and television. Boa died of cancer on April 17, 2004.

Austin Willis

Austin Willis played Simmons, James Bond’s opponent in a game of cards, in the opening scenes of ‘Goldfinger’ (1964). The Canadian actor had a long career in film and television, with roles in ‘The Boston Strangler’ (1968) and ‘Firefox’ (1982).

He was a well-known figure in Canadian broadcasting. Willis passed away on April 4, 2004.

Robert MacLeod

Robert MacLeod had a role as an Atomic Specialist in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. The Canadian actor had several minor roles in major films, including ‘Superman’ (1978) and ‘The Omen’ (1976).

His career included numerous appearances as a supporting actor. MacLeod passed away in April 2004.

Michael Mellinger

Michael Mellinger played Kisch, one of Goldfinger’s henchmen, in the 1964 film of the same name. His character famously has a change of heart during the raid on Fort Knox. Mellinger was a German-born actor who worked extensively in British film and television.

His other notable film credits include ‘Gladiator’ (2000) and ‘Eye of the Needle’ (1981). Mellinger passed away on March 17, 2004.

Jeff Nuttall

Jeff Nuttall played Dr. Arkov in the 1999 James Bond film ‘The World Is Not Enough’. A British actor, writer, and artist, Nuttall was a prominent figure in the 1960s counter-culture movement. His acting credits include the films ‘Robin Hood’ (1991) and ‘The Browning Version’ (1994).

He was a versatile artist with a wide range of creative pursuits. Nuttall died of a heart attack on January 4, 2004.

Norman Burton

Norman Burton played CIA agent Felix Leiter in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. He was one of several actors to portray Bond’s American ally. Burton was an American actor who graduated from The Actor’s Studio and appeared in notable films like ‘The Towering Inferno’ (1974), ‘Planet of the Apes’ (1968), and ‘Bloodsport’ (1988).

He had a steady career in film and television. Burton was killed in an automobile accident on November 29, 2003.

Robert Brown

Robert Brown took over the role of M, the head of MI6, for five James Bond films. He first appeared as Admiral Hargreaves in ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977) before inheriting the role of M in ‘Octopussy’ (1983), continuing through ‘A View to a Kill’ (1985), ‘The Living Daylights’ (1987), and ‘Licence to Kill’ (1989).

The English actor had a long career before his Bond roles, often appearing in supporting parts. Brown passed away on November 11, 2003.

Cyril Shaps

Cyril Shaps played Dr. Bechmann, a brilliant but reclusive scientist, in the 1977 James Bond film ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’. A British character actor, Shaps had a prolific career spanning over 50 years, often playing scholarly or mild-mannered characters. His son of a tailor, whose forebearers were Polish, he began his career on radio at a young age.

He appeared in numerous television shows and films, becoming a familiar face to British audiences. Shaps passed away on January 1, 2003.

Peter Bayliss

Peter Bayliss played Benz, a Russian agent, in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. The English actor was known for his roles in the film ‘Please Sir!’ (1971) and the fantasy movie ‘Merlin’ (1998).

He had a long career in British film and television. Bayliss died on July 29, 2002.

Fred Haggerty

Fred Haggerty played Krilencu, the Bulgarian assassin who escapes through a billboard, in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. Haggerty was a British actor and stuntman who appeared in films like ‘Lifeforce’ (1985) and ‘Willow’ (1988).

His career in stunts made him a part of many action sequences in British cinema. Haggerty passed away on July 26, 2002.

Bill Cummings

Bill Cummings played Quist, one of Dr. No’s henchmen, in the first James Bond film, though his role in ‘Thunderball’ is listed as such. He was an English actor, stuntman, and director who worked on films like ‘The Pink Panther Strikes Again’ (1976) and ‘The Cockleshell Heroes’ (1955). He also appeared in the TV series ‘The Avengers’ (1961).

He passed away on February 6, 2002.

Charles Gray

Charles Gray played two different characters in the James Bond series. He was the ill-fated MI6 contact Dikko Henderson in ‘You Only Live Twice’ (1967) and returned to play the iconic villain Ernst Stavro Blofeld in ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ (1971). Gray’s suave and menacing portrayal of Blofeld, complete with his white cat, is one of the most famous in the series.

The silver-haired English actor was also known for playing Mycroft Holmes and the Criminologist in ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’. Gray died of throat cancer on March 7, 2000.

Victor Brooks

Victor Brooks played Blacking, a Fort Knox officer, in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. The English actor was a familiar face in British film and television, often playing police officers or military men. He appeared in the TV series ‘Department S’ (1969) and the film ‘The Day of the Triffids’ (1963).

His career spanned several decades with many supporting roles. Brooks passed away on January 19, 2000.

Desmond Llewelyn

Desmond Llewelyn became a cinematic institution as Q, the beloved quartermaster of MI6’s Q-Branch. He appeared in 17 James Bond films, more than any other actor, from ‘From Russia with Love’ (1963) to ‘The World Is Not Enough’ (1999). His exasperated yet fond relationship with Bond, as he introduced the agent to the latest gadgets, was a highlight of the series for generations of fans.

Though he claimed to be inept with technology in real life, his portrayal of the gadget master was iconic. Llewelyn died in a road accident on December 19, 1999.

Noel Johnson

Noel Johnson played a Vice Admiral in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. The English actor was known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Frenzy’ (1972) and the cult classic ‘Withnail & I’ (1987).

He had a long and distinguished career, particularly on British radio where he was the original voice of Dick Barton, Special Agent. Johnson passed away on October 2, 1999.

Billy J. Mitchell

Billy J. Mitchell played Admiral Chuck Farrel in the 1995 James Bond film ‘GoldenEye’. The American actor worked extensively in the UK and appeared in another Bond film, the non-Eon production ‘Never Say Never Again’ (1983). He was also known for his role in the comedy ‘Top Secret!’ (1984).

He had a career that included numerous film and television roles. Mitchell passed away in 1999.

Yuri Borienko

Yuri Borienko played Grunther, one of Blofeld’s chief henchmen, in the 1969 James Bond film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. His character engages in a memorable fight with George Lazenby’s Bond. Borienko was a Russian-born actor who appeared in films like ‘Superman IV The Quest for Peace’ (1987) and the TV series ‘Department S’ (1969).

He often played imposing or villainous characters. Borienko passed away in 1999.

Bill Ackridge

Bill Ackridge played O’Rourke in the 1985 James Bond film ‘A View to a Kill’. The American actor had roles in other notable films, including ‘The Enforcer’ (1976) starring Clint Eastwood.

His career included several appearances in film and television. Ackridge passed away on March 14, 1998, in San Francisco.

Jean Rougerie

Jean Rougerie played Aubergine, a French private detective working for MI6, in the 1985 James Bond film ‘A View to a Kill’. His character is memorably assassinated by May Day during a dinner at the Eiffel Tower. Rougerie was a French actor and writer with numerous credits in French cinema.

He also appeared in ‘The Perils of Gwendoline in the Land of the Yik Yak’ (1984). Rougerie died of cancer on January 25, 1998.

Jack Lord

Jack Lord played the first cinematic Felix Leiter, James Bond’s CIA ally, in ‘Dr. No’ (1962). His portrayal of the cool and capable American agent set the stage for the character’s many future appearances. Lord became a global superstar as Detective Steve McGarrett in the long-running television series ‘Hawaii Five-O’ (1968-1980), famous for his catchphrase, ‘Book ’em, Danno!’.

He was also an accomplished artist whose paintings were acquired by major museums. Lord died of congestive heart failure on January 21, 1998.

James Villiers

James Villiers played Tanner, Bill Tanner, M’s Chief of Staff, in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. The aristocratic-looking British character actor was often typecast as snobbish or villainous upper-class types. He was known for his work in horror films like ‘The Nanny’ (1965) and ‘Blood from the Mummy’s Tomb’ (1971).

He had an extensive career on the stage, performing in plays by Noël Coward and Oscar Wilde. Villiers died of cancer on January 18, 1998.

John Wells

John Wells played Denis Thatcher, the husband of the Prime Minister, in the comedic closing scene of ‘For Your Eyes Only’ (1981). Wells was a well-known English actor, writer, and satirist. He was a key figure in the British satire boom of the 1960s and was famous for his contributions to the magazine ‘Private Eye’ and the TV show ‘That Was The Week That Was’.

He also appeared in ‘Casino Royale’ (1967) and ‘Greystoke The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes’ (1984). Wells died of cancer on January 11, 1998.

Richard Vernon

Richard Vernon played Colonel Smithers, a Bank of England executive, in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. He briefs Bond on the villain’s gold smuggling operations. Vernon was a dignified, aristocratic-looking English actor, ideal for playing stiff-upper-lip military men or stuffy officials.

He was wonderfully droll as Slartibartfast in the TV adaptation of ‘The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ (1981) and appeared in the series ‘Upstairs, Downstairs’ (1971). Vernon passed away from Parkinson’s disease on December 4, 1997.

Peter Cranwell

Peter Cranwell played Johnny, a member of the team raiding Fort Knox, in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. He was an actor who appeared in several British television shows in the 1960s, including ‘The Rat Catchers’ (1966).

His career consisted mainly of smaller roles during that era. Cranwell died of a heart attack on July 12, 1997.

Walter Gotell

Walter Gotell had a long association with the James Bond series, playing two different characters. He first appeared as the SPECTRE assassin Morzeny in ‘From Russia with Love’ (1963). He later became famous as General Gogol, the head of the KGB, appearing in six films from ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ (1977) to ‘The Living Daylights’ (1987).

The German-born actor became a fan favorite for his portrayal of the sometimes adversarial, sometimes allied Soviet general. Gotell died of cancer on May 5, 1997.

James Cossins

James Cossins played Colthorpe in the 1974 James Bond film ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. Cossins was a British character actor who specialized in playing officious, blustering characters. He is perhaps most memorably known for his appearance in an episode of the classic sitcom ‘Fawlty Towers’ (1975).

His film credits include ‘Villain’ (1971) and ‘Gandhi’ (1982). Cossins died of heart disease on February 12, 1997.

Michael Ebbin

Michael Ebbin played Dambala, one of Kananga’s henchmen who utilizes voodoo, in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. His character had a memorable and chilling presence. Ebbin was an actor born in Bermuda.

His role in ‘Live and Let Die’ was his most prominent film appearance. Ebbin passed away on April 27, 1996, in Hamilton, Bermuda.

Guy Doleman

Guy Doleman played SPECTRE operative Count Lippe in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. The tough-looking New Zealander was also well-known as the hard-edged spook Colonel Ross in the Harry Palmer film trilogy, beginning with ‘The Ipcress File’ (1965).

He also played the first ‘Number 2’ in the iconic TV series ‘The Prisoner’ (1967). Doleman died of lung cancer on January 30, 1996.

Claudio Brook

Claudio Brook played Montelongo in the 1989 James Bond film ‘Licence to Kill’. The Mexican actor had a distinguished career and was a frequent collaborator of surrealist director Luis Buñuel, appearing in films like ‘The Exterminating Angel’ (1962) and ‘Simon of the Desert’ (1965).

He had a long and respected career in Mexican and international cinema. Brook died of stomach cancer on October 18, 1995.

Reggie Carter

Reggie Carter played Mr. Jones, a chauffeur for Government House who is secretly a henchman for Dr. No, in the first Bond film, ‘Dr. No’ (1962). His character famously chooses suicide over revealing information to Bond. Carter was an actor born in Panama who worked in Jamaica.

His other credits include the films ‘The Lunatic’ (1991) and ‘Sankofa’ (1993). Carter died of a myocardial infarction on September 2, 1995.

Arthur Howard

Arthur Howard played Cavendish, an aerospace executive, in the 1979 James Bond film ‘Moonraker’. The balding, worried-looking English comic actor was the younger brother of film star Leslie Howard. He was best known for playing the hapless assistant headmaster Pettigrew in the school comedy series ‘Whack-O!’.

He appeared in many British films and television programs. Howard passed away on June 18, 1995.

Mitsouko

Mitsouko played Mademoiselle LaPorte in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. Born in China, she was an actress who worked primarily in European cinema during the 1960s. Her credits include ‘Bob Morane’ (1964) and ‘Z7 Operation Rembrandt’ (1966).

She died by suicide on March 28, 1995, in Paris.

Donald Pleasence

Donald Pleasence gave one of the most iconic performances in the Bond series as the villain Ernst Stavro Blofeld in ‘You Only Live Twice’ (1967). His portrayal, complete with facial scar and white cat, became the definitive image of the character for many years and was famously parodied in the ‘Austin Powers’ films. Pleasence was a prolific and intense English actor, also known for playing Dr. Sam Loomis in the ‘Halloween’ franchise.

His vast filmography includes ‘The Great Escape’ (1963) and ‘The Eagle Has Landed’ (1976). Pleasence died on February 2, 1995, from complications following heart valve replacement surgery.

Telly Savalas

Telly Savalas played the formidable Ernst Stavro Blofeld in the 1969 film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. He presented a more physical and hands-on version of the SPECTRE leader. Savalas, of Greek descent, became an international superstar in the 1970s for his role as the lollipop-loving detective Theo Kojak in the TV series ‘Kojak’ (1973-1978).

His iconic bald head and charismatic personality made him one of television’s most recognizable stars. Savalas died of prostate cancer on January 22, 1994.

Louis Blaazer

Louis Blaazer played Pleydell-Smith, the Chief Secretary at Government House, in the 1962 James Bond film ‘Dr. No’. He was an actor who worked in Jamaica.

His role in the first Bond film was his most notable screen appearance. Blaazer passed away in 1994.

Hervé Villechaize

Hervé Villechaize created one of the most memorable henchmen in the Bond series as Nick Nack, Scaramanga’s diminutive but deadly manservant in ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’ (1974). Villechaize became a global star for his role as Tattoo in the popular TV series ‘Fantasy Island’ (1977-1983), where his line ‘Ze plane! Ze plane!’ became a national catchphrase.

Born in France, he was also a talented painter. Villechaize died by suicide by gunshot on September 4, 1993.

Willoughby Gray

Willoughby Gray played the sinister Dr. Carl Mortner, a former Nazi scientist working for Max Zorin, in the 1985 James Bond film ‘A View to a Kill’. The English actor is also fondly remembered for his role as the King in the classic fantasy film ‘The Princess Bride’ (1987).

He had a long career in British film and television. Gray died of cancer on February 13, 1993.

Milo Sperber

Milo Sperber played Markovitz in the 1977 James Bond film ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’. The Polish-born actor and writer worked extensively in Britain. His film credits include ‘Operation Crossbow’ (1965).

He had a long career in both film and television. Sperber passed away on December 22, 1992.

Michael Gothard

Michael Gothard played the silent and deadly assassin Emile Leopold Locque in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. His character, with his distinctive octagonal glasses, was a chilling presence. Gothard was a British actor known for his intense roles in films like Ken Russell’s ‘The Devils’ (1971) and the TV series ‘Arthur of the Britons’ (1972).

He was known for his striking looks and powerful performances. Gothard died by suicide by hanging in 1992 after suffering from depression.

Vladek Sheybal

Vladek Sheybal played the brilliant and cunning SPECTRE chess master Kronsteen in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. As SPECTRE’s Number 5, he devised the intricate plan to ensnare Bond. Sheybal was a Polish actor who often played sinister or eccentric villains.

He also appeared in Ken Russell’s ‘Women in Love’ (1969) and the sci-fi series ‘UFO’ (1970). Sheybal died of a ruptured aortic aneurysm on October 16, 1992.

Laurence Naismith

Laurence Naismith played Sir Donald Munger, a diamond expert from the House of Munger, in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. The British character actor had a long career, often playing authority figures or naval officers. His seafaring background came in handy for roles in films like ‘Mogambo’ (1953) and ‘A Night to Remember’ (1958).

He also played Judge Fulton in the TV series ‘The Persuaders!’, which starred future Bond Roger Moore. Naismith passed away on June 5, 1992.

Cec Linder

Cec Linder played CIA agent Felix Leiter in the 1964 James Bond classic ‘Goldfinger’. He was the second actor to portray Bond’s American counterpart. Born in Poland and raised in Canada, Linder had a long acting career with roles in Stanley Kubrick’s ‘Lolita’ (1962) and the TV series ‘Quatermass and the Pit’ (1958).

His portrayal of Leiter is one of the most well-known. Linder died of a heart attack on April 10, 1992.

Gerry Duggan

Gerry Duggan played Hawker, James Bond’s caddy, in the 1964 film ‘Goldfinger’. He appeared in the memorable golf match scene between Bond and Goldfinger. The Irish actor had a career in both Australian and British productions.

His credits include the film ‘Four Desperate Men’ (1959) and the TV series ‘McCloud’ (1970). Duggan passed away on March 27, 1992, in Sydney, Australia.

Anthony Dawson

Anthony Dawson left a significant mark on the Bond series, playing two separate roles. He was the treacherous geologist Professor Dent in ‘Dr. No’ (1962). He was also the first actor to physically portray the villain Ernst Stavro Blofeld, though only his hands were seen stroking his white cat in ‘From Russia with Love’ (1963) and ‘Thunderball’ (1965) his voice was dubbed by another actor.

The long-faced Scottish actor was excellent at playing villains, notably in Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Dial M for Murder’ (1954). Dawson died of cancer on January 8, 1992.

Marne Maitland

Marne Maitland played the firearms expert Lazar in the 1974 James Bond film ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. The distinctive character actor, born in Calcutta, was known for his furtive look and often played sinister villains or foreign dignitaries. He appeared in Hammer horror films like ‘The Stranglers of Bombay’ (1959) and ‘The Reptile’ (1966).

He also had a role in the epic ‘The Shoes of the Fisherman’ (1968). Maitland passed away in 1992.

Cassandra Harris

Cassandra Harris played Countess Lisl von Schlaf, an associate of Milos Columbo, in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. Her appearance in the film is noteworthy as her husband at the time was future James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan, who visited the set and first met producer Albert R. Broccoli.

The Australian actress also appeared in the TV series ‘Remington Steele’ (1982) with Brosnan. Harris died of ovarian cancer on December 28, 1991.

William Foster-Davis

William Foster-Davis played Superintendent Duff, a police contact in Jamaica, in the 1962 James Bond film ‘Dr. No’. His character assists Bond in the early stages of his investigation. Foster-Davis was an actor whose role in the first Bond film was his most significant screen credit.

He passed away on January 5, 1991.

Jill Bennett

Jill Bennett played the ill-fated skating coach Jacoba Brink in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. Bennett was a well-known British actress with a career in film, television, and theatre. Her film credits include ‘The Nanny’ (1965) and ‘Moulin Rouge’ (1952).

She was married to the playwright John Osborne. Bennett died by suicide by overdose on October 4, 1990.

Leonard Sachs

Leonard Sachs played a Group Captain in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. The South African-born actor was best known in the UK as the eloquent chairman of the music hall television series ‘The Good Old Days’. He also appeared in the long-running soap opera ‘Coronation Street’ (1960).

He was married to actress Eleanor Summerfield. Sachs passed away on June 15, 1990.

Peter Burton

Peter Burton was the first actor to play Major Boothroyd, later known as Q, in the first James Bond film, ‘Dr. No’ (1962). Due to other commitments, he was unable to reprise the role, which then went to Desmond Llewelyn. Burton later returned to the series in a different role as an RAF Officer in ‘Thunderball’ (1965).

He also appeared in ‘A Clockwork Orange’ (1971) and ‘The Avengers’ (1961). Burton passed away on November 27, 1989.

Brenda Arnau

Brenda Arnau appeared as a singer in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. She performed the song ‘Live and Let Die’ in the Fillet of Soul club scene. The American-born actress and singer was based in the UK and also appeared on ‘The Benny Hill Show’ (1969).

She was active in the London music and television scene. Arnau passed away in November 1989.

Margaret Lacey

Margaret Lacey played Mrs. Whistler, a schoolteacher who is also a diamond smuggler, in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. The English actress had a long career playing character roles in films like ‘Island of Terror’ (1966) and ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’ (1967).

She was known for her distinctive appearance and character work. Lacey passed away on October 4, 1988.

Gert Fröbe

Gert Fröbe delivered one of the most iconic villain performances in cinema history as the titular Auric Goldfinger in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. His portrayal of the bombastic, gold-obsessed megalomaniac became the gold standard for Bond villains. Due to his thick German accent, his voice was dubbed by actor Michael Collins.

Contrary to his villainous role, Fröbe was a jovial man and a talented comedic performer, as seen in films like ‘Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines’ and ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’. Fröbe died of a heart attack on September 5, 1988.

Teru Shimada

Teru Shimada played Mr. Osato, the head of Osato Chemicals and a SPECTRE operative, in the 1967 James Bond film ‘You Only Live Twice’. The Japanese-American actor had a long career in Hollywood, often playing Japanese characters. His films include ‘Tokyo Joe’ (1949) with Humphrey Bogart.

He worked steadily in film and television for several decades. Shimada passed away on June 19, 1988, in Encino, California.

Gérard Buhr

Gérard Buhr played an auctioneer at the beginning of the 1985 James Bond film ‘A View to a Kill’. The French actor and writer had a career in French cinema and appeared in international productions like ‘The Day of the Jackal’ (1973) and Woody Allen’s ‘Love and Death’ (1975).

He was married to actress Patricia Karim. Buhr passed away on January 8, 1988, in Paris.

Stuart Saunders

Stuart Saunders played Major Clive in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. The English actor had a long career in British film and television, with roles in ‘The Crawling Eye’ (1958) and ‘The 2nd Best Secret Agent in the Whole Wide World’ (1965).

He often played military or authority figures. Saunders passed away on January 4, 1988.

Joie Chitwood

Joie Chitwood played Charlie, a CIA agent, in the 1973 James Bond film ‘Live and Let Die’. He was also a famous American stuntman, thrill show performer, and racecar driver. He and his “Joie Chitwood Thrill Show” were a popular attraction for decades, performing daredevil automobile stunts.

He also worked as a stunt coordinator on several films. Chitwood passed away on January 3, 1988.

Milton Reid

Milton Reid played Sandor, one of Karl Stromberg’s henchmen, in the 1977 James Bond film ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’. He famously has a rooftop fight with Roger Moore’s Bond. Reid had previously appeared as a guard in ‘Dr. No’ (1962). The imposing, bald-headed actor was also a professional wrestler known as ‘The Mighty Chang’.

He appeared in many films, often as a tough guy or bodyguard. Reid is believed to have died of a heart attack in India in 1987.

Suzanne Jerome

Suzanne Jerome played Gwendoline, one of Octopussy’s circus performers, in the 1983 film ‘Octopussy’. The English actress also appeared in the TV series ‘The Comic Strip Presents’ (1982) and ‘Mixed Doubles’ (1985).

Her career was brief. Jerome died by suicide on December 4, 1986.

Toby Robins

Toby Robins played Iona Havelock, the wife of Sir Timothy Havelock, in the 1981 James Bond film ‘For Your Eyes Only’. She is tragically murdered alongside her husband in the film’s opening sequence. The Canadian actress worked extensively in Britain.

She also appeared in the science fiction series ‘Space 1999’ (1975). Robins died of breast cancer on March 21, 1986.

Adolfo Celi

Adolfo Celi played the villainous Emilio Largo, SPECTRE’s Number 2, in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. His eye-patch and command of the Disco Volante yacht made him one of the series’ most iconic villains. The Sicilian-born actor was a popular star in European cinema, though his voice was dubbed in ‘Thunderball’ due to his heavy accent.

He later appeared in the Bond spoof ‘Operation Kid Brother’ (1967). Celi died of an aortic aneurysm on February 19, 1986.

Patrick Barr

Patrick Barr played a British Ambassador in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. The tall, distinguished English actor was a familiar face in British film and television for over 50 years. During World War II, he served as a conscientious objector with an ambulance unit and was awarded the Croix de Guerre for his bravery.

He appeared in numerous films and was twice named Television Actor of the Year in the UK. Barr passed away on August 29, 1985.

George Pravda

George Pravda played Kutze, one of Emilio Largo’s scientists, in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. The Czechoslovakian actor worked extensively in British film and television. His other credits include the film ‘Firefox’ (1982) and the miniseries ‘Holocaust’ (1978).

He was married to actress Hana Maria Pravda. Pravda passed away on April 30, 1985.

Gabor Vernon

Gabor Vernon played Borchoi, a forger, in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. The Hungarian actor appeared in several British television shows, including ‘The Tomorrow People’ (1973).

He often played characters of European origin. Vernon passed away on April 23, 1985.

Francis De Wolff

Francis De Wolff played Vavra, the head of a Romani tribe who assists James Bond, in the 1963 film ‘From Russia with Love’. The English character actor was known for his large stature and booming voice, often playing imposing or villainous characters. He appeared in Hammer horror films like ‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’ (1959).

He also played the Ghost of Christmas Present in the 1951 film adaptation of ‘A Christmas Carol’. De Wolff passed away on April 18, 1984.

Roland Culver

Roland Culver played the Foreign Secretary in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. The distinguished English actor had a long career in British and American films. His credits include the classic film ‘Dead of Night’ (1945) and ‘To Each His Own’ (1946), for which he received an Academy Award nomination.

He was known for his polished and urbane screen presence. Culver died of a heart attack on March 1, 1984.

Richard Loo

Richard Loo played Hai Fat, a wealthy Thai industrialist working with Scaramanga, in the 1974 James Bond film ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’. Loo was a prolific Chinese-American character actor, often stereotyped as Japanese villains in World War II films like ‘The Purple Heart’ (1944).

He had a rare heroic role in ‘The Steel Helmet’ (1951). Loo died of a cerebral hemorrhage on November 20, 1983.

Paul Hardwick

Paul Hardwick played the Soviet Chairman in the 1983 James Bond film ‘Octopussy’. The English actor was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and appeared in films like ‘A Man for All Seasons’ (1966) and Franco Zeffirelli’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ (1968).

He had a distinguished career on the stage. Hardwick passed away on October 22, 1983.

Harold Sakata

Harold Sakata created one of the most iconic henchmen in film history as Oddjob in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. His character, with his lethal steel-brimmed bowler hat and immense strength, became a cultural phenomenon. Sakata was a Hawaiian-born weightlifter who won a silver medal at the 1948 London Olympics.

He became a professional wrestler under the name “Tosh Togo” before being cast in his famous role. Sakata died of liver cancer on July 29, 1982.

Michael Brennan

Michael Brennan played Janni, one of Emilio Largo’s henchmen, in the 1965 James Bond film ‘Thunderball’. The English actor was a familiar face in British film and television, often playing tough guys or authority figures. His credits include the TV series ‘The Onedin Line’ (1971).

He was married to actress Mary Hignett. Brennan passed away on June 29, 1982.

Curd Jürgens

Curd Jürgens played the megalomaniacal shipping tycoon and villain Karl Stromberg in the 1977 James Bond film ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’. His plan to destroy the world and create a new civilization under the sea was one of the most ambitious in the series. Jürgens was a successful German-Austrian actor and an international star.

He was known for roles in ‘The Devil’s General’ (1955) and ‘The Enemy Below’ (1957). During World War II, he was sent to a concentration camp for his anti-Nazi views. Jürgens died of a heart attack on June 18, 1982.

Lotte Lenya

Lotte Lenya gave a chilling performance as the deadly SPECTRE agent Rosa Klebb in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. Her character’s prim demeanor hid a sadistic nature and a famously poison-tipped shoe. Lenya was a celebrated Austrian actress and singer, famous for her work with her husband, composer Kurt Weill, and playwright Bertolt Brecht.

She received an Academy Award nomination for her role in ‘The Roman Spring of Mrs. Stone’ (1961). Lenya died of cancer on November 27, 1981.

Bernard Lee

Bernard Lee was the definitive M, the head of MI6, for the first eleven James Bond films, from ‘Dr. No’ (1962) to ‘Moonraker’ (1979). His portrayal of Bond’s stern, no-nonsense superior was a cornerstone of the series, providing a perfect foil for the different Bonds of Sean Connery and Roger Moore. Lee was a popular character actor in British films for decades.

He appeared in classics like ‘The Third Man’ (1949) and ‘The Blue Lamp’ (1950). Lee died of stomach cancer on January 16, 1981.

Hasan Ceylan

Hasan Ceylan played a Foreign Agent in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. He was a Turkish actor who appeared in numerous Turkish films, including ‘Three Giant Men’ (1973), a notable piece of “Turksploitation” cinema.

His role in the Bond film was part of a long career in his home country. Ceylan passed away in December 1980.

Leonard Barr

Leonard Barr played the comedian Shady Tree in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. His character was a stand-up comic working at a Las Vegas casino secretly fronting for the smuggling operation. Barr was a real-life comic and dancer who was famously the uncle of entertainer Dean Martin.

He appeared in films like ‘The Sting’ (1973). Barr passed away on November 22, 1980.

Sydney Tafler

Sydney Tafler played the captain of the Liparus supertanker in the 1977 James Bond film ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’. The London-born actor had a long and successful career in British film and television. His credits include ‘It Always Rains on Sunday’ (1947) and ‘Operation Diplomat’ (1953).

He was married to actress Joy Shelton. Tafler died of cancer on November 8, 1979.

Robert Shaw

Robert Shaw delivered a formidable performance as the ruthless SPECTRE assassin Donald ‘Red’ Grant in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. His brutal fight with Sean Connery’s Bond aboard the Orient Express is one of the most celebrated action sequences in film history. Shaw was a highly acclaimed English actor, writer, and novelist.

He is famously known for playing the shark hunter Quint in ‘Jaws’ (1975) and received an Oscar nomination for his role as Henry VIII in ‘A Man for All Seasons’ (1966). Shaw died of a heart attack on August 28, 1978.

David Bauer

David Bauer played the mortician Mr. Slumber in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. Born in Chicago, Bauer moved to Great Britain after being caught up in the Hollywood blacklist of the 1950s. He found success in British television, often playing American businessmen or lawyers.

He had roles in two Bond films, previously appearing in ‘You Only Live Twice’ (1967). Bauer died of a heart attack on February 8, 1973.

Bill Nagy

Bill Nagy played Midnight, one of the American gangsters meeting with Goldfinger, in the 1964 film of the same name. The Hungarian-born actor worked in Britain and appeared in shows like ‘Danger Man’ (1960).

He was married to Janet Macfarlane. Nagy passed away on January 19, 1973.

Bruce Cabot

Bruce Cabot played Albert R. Saxby, the head of the Whyte Tectronics casino, in the 1971 James Bond film ‘Diamonds Are Forever’. Cabot was a Hollywood stalwart, famous for rescuing Fay Wray in the original ‘King Kong’ (1933). He was a close friend of John Wayne and appeared in 11 films with him.

He had a thriving career as a supporting player, often playing heavies in the 1930s. Cabot died of lung and throat cancer on May 3, 1972.

John McLaren

John McLaren played a Brigadier in the 1964 James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’. The Canadian-born actor and writer worked in British television, with appearances in ‘The Avengers’ (1961) and ‘BBC Sunday-Night Theatre’ (1950).

He was married to Hella Toros. McLaren passed away on May 10, 1970.

Ilse Steppat

Ilse Steppat played the villainous Irma Bunt, Blofeld’s formidable and cruel henchwoman, in the 1969 James Bond film ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’. Her character is responsible for the film’s tragic ending. Steppat was a well-known German actress.

Her role in the Bond film was her only English-language performance and brought her international recognition. Tragically, she died of a heart attack on December 21, 1969, just days after the film’s premiere.

John Kitzmiller

John Kitzmiller played Quarrel, James Bond’s loyal Cayman Islander ally, in the first Bond film, ‘Dr. No’ (1962). His character guides Bond through the swamps of Crab Key. Kitzmiller was an American actor who found greater success in European cinema, becoming the first black actor to win the Best Actor award at the Cannes Film Festival for the Yugoslavian film ‘Valley of Peace’ (1956).

He died on February 23, 1965, from cirrhosis of the liver.

Pedro Armendáriz

Pedro Armendáriz gave a poignant performance as Ali Kerim Bey, the head of MI6’s station in Istanbul, in the 1963 James Bond film ‘From Russia with Love’. Armendáriz was a superstar of the Golden Age of Mexican cinema and a major international actor. He was diagnosed with terminal cancer during the filming of the Bond movie.

He continued to work to ensure his family would be financially secure after his death. Armendáriz died by suicide by gunshot on June 18, 1963, shortly after completing his scenes.

This article was done with the help of a big list made by Wezqu on IMDb.

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