Sir Roger Moore, James Bond Actor, Dies Aged 89

Sir Roger Moore has died aged 89 after battling cancer, as his family has announced.

He was best known for playing the famous secret agent James Bond, succeeding Sean Connery in that role.

Moore’s family shared the sad news on twitter, writing he had passed away after “a short but brave battle with cancer”.

His children shared a touching tribute: “Thank you Pops for being you, and being so very special to so many people. With the heaviest of hearts, we must share the awful news that our father, Sir Roger Moore, passed away today. We are all devastated.”