James Bond

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Pierce Brosnan as James Bond

Ursula Andress and Sean Connery in Dr. No

Sean Connery in Goldfinger

George Lazenby and Diana Rigg in On Her Majesty's Secret Service

Sean Connery in Thunderball

Sean Connery in You Only Live Twice

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Albanese says ‘nothing’ will stop public appearances after being confronted by members of right-wing movement • Apr. 16, 2025, 3:21 AM ET (The Guardian)

Actor tipped as next James Bond wins over neighbours after pond row • Apr. 8, 2025, 5:14 AM ET (The Telegraph)

Accused Tech Spy Says Rival CEO Recruited Him With Offer to Be Like James Bond • Apr. 2, 2025, 11:42 PM ET (Wall Street Journal)

Helen Mirren is no fan of James Bond’s ‘profound sexism’ • Apr. 1, 2025, 5:02 AM ET (CNN)

James Bond is ‘profoundly’ sexist, says Helen Mirren • Mar. 30, 2025, 4:57 AM ET (The Telegraph)

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scene from Diamonds Are Forever

Pierce Brosnan as James Bond

Ursula Andress and Sean Connery in Dr. No

Sean Connery in Goldfinger

George Lazenby and Diana Rigg in On Her Majesty's Secret Service

Sean Connery in Thunderball

Sean Connery in You Only Live Twice

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