“I know what it's like to be famous. It's good money and it's great fun. A real kick in the pants. People wave at you and smile at you. You get great tables in restaurants. They send you gifts - beautiful clothes and cars.”

Irish actor and former spy, active since the 1980s. He became globally recognized for his portrayal of James Bond in the 1990s and early 2000s, blending charm with gravitas in the iconic role. Later, he shifted to character-driven drama, earning acclaim for roles in films like *The Thomas Crown Affair* and *Chasing Mavericks*.