Hugh Jackman, Elizabeth Hurley and others pay tribute to the original James Bond

As news of his demise spread on Saturday, celebrities from various fields took to social media to pay tribute to legendary actor Sean Connery. Also Read – Hollywood’s first James Bond, Sean Connery, died at 90

A report by BBC.com says his family has been informed of the Scottish star’s demise. No official cause of death has yet been shared. Widely remembered as the original James Bond on the Hollywood screen, Connery had an active career as an actor for nearly five decades. ALSO READ – Sean Connery couldn’t be happier when he played the 007 Theme Song at the US Open 2017

Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon paid tribute on social media, saying Scotland was in mourning. Read also – James Bond star Joseph Robinson passed away at the age of 90

Sturgeon said: “I was shocked to learn of the passing of Sir Sean Connery this morning.

Hollywood action star Hugh Jackman said he adored Connery. Jackman tweeted, “I grew up worshiping #SeanConary. Legend is on and off screen. Rest in peace.”

Actor Sam Neal said he learned a lot from Sean Connery. The two actors star in the 1990 thriller “The Hunt for Red October.”

“#Sean was an object lesson on how to behave on the screen every day with Connery. But all that charisma and power – it was totally unique to Sean. That great guy – rip that great actor.”

Actress Elizabeth Hurley tweeted: RIP the amazing Sean Connery

“James Bond” producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli attributed the success of James Bond to Connery.

“He will always be remembered as the original James Bond. The indelible entry into cinema history began when he announced his unforgettable words – ‘Named Bond, James Bond’. He is undoubtedly responsible for the success of the film series and we are eternally grateful to him.”

Former England star Gary Lineker said he was shocked by the news, reports mirror.co.uk

“On this occasion, I was shocked to hear that Sir Sean Connery died. On a couple of occasions I had the pleasure of playing golf with him. The real character and, for me, the best Bond. James Bond must be immortal. RIP.”

Star Trek actor George Takei wrote on Twitter: “Sean Connery’s golden years are also a movie legend. Our strong bonds were formed by him, and he was untouchable. He died today at the age of 90.

Lord Sugar, who hosted the British version of “The Apprentice,” called Connery “the Great Actor, the Great 007.” He said: “RIP Sir Sean Connery.”

Alex Salmond, the former First Minister of Scotland, said: “The greatest Scott in the world, the last of the real Hollywood stars, is a surefire bond. Sean Connery is all these things but more.

Like James Bond, Connery shot Bond to the global superstardom in 1962, the first film in the 007 series “Dr. No”, and then “From Russia With Love” (1963), “Goldfinger” (1964), “Thunderball” (1965), “You Only Live Twice “(1967),” Diamonds Are Forever “(1971) and” Never Say Never Again “(1983).

The American Film Institute portrayed James Bond as the third greatest hero in cinema history.

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