Roger George Moore
Born 14 October 1927
Stockwell, London
Roger George Moore was a celebrated actor and humanitarian. He is perhaps best remembered for his portrayal of James Bond in seven films from 1973 to 1985, including classics like "The Spy Who Loved Me" and "Moonraker".
Moore's career began in the 1940s, and he gained fame for his role as Simon Templar in the television series "The Saint" (1962–1969).
In addition to his acting career, Moore was a dedicated UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, advocating for children’s rights. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2003 for his charity work. Moore passed away on May 23, 2017.
“We spent all the blitzes living in an Anderson shelter in the garden.”
The Dick Cavett Show in 1971
Roger Moore shares his experiences of living through the bombings in London during World War II.
“We spent all the blitzes living in an Anderson shelter in the garden.”
“My mother, father, and I and our dog used to get in it. It was awful.”
The Dick Cavett Show in 1971
“I was offered a job as a tea boy at an animation film business.”
A Matter Of Class - The Hollywood Collection on Youtube
“I was offered a job as a tea boy at an animation film business, and that was the beginning of my real interest in film.”
“I learned at that point what cutting and editing was, which came in great stead when I started directing on The Saint.”
A Matter Of Class - The Hollywood Collection on Youtube
“I've learned that it's better to smile in adversity.”
Interview with BBC in 2014
“I've learned that it's better to smile in adversity.”
“That I cried because I had no shoes, untill I met a man who had no feet.”
Interview with BBC in 2014
