Sean Connery makes a public appearance

Napoleon Plural

Connery is Back

Better pic in yesterday's i newspaper, which had a feature on Bond's gourmet tendencies.

He hasn't aged in 30 years... mainly cos he looked about 80 back then!

Still... "good to see you again Mister Bond". Oh no, hang on that was a Moore film.

geej

He actually looked quite happy . Connery is one of those people who doesn't hide his emotions . If he's annoyed - you soon know it

Actually ' Good to see you Mister bond ' wasn't that from Never say never again ?

Moore Than

Nice to see that Sean Connery appears to be in good health. The Mail Online article below includes six photo's of Connery as he strolls around New York.

Licence to chill:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2146743/Sean-Connery-enjoys-time-away-spotlight-runs-errands-New-York.html

Moore Than

Sean Connery has been invited by the Scottish National Party to attend this coming Friday's formal unveiling of Yes Scotland - the Nationalist's campaign for Scots to vote for independence in the poll expected in 2014. The SNP last night refused to say if they were expecting Sir Sean to attend the event. The launch will take place at the Cineworld multiplex at Edinburgh's Fountain Park - just a three minute walk from Sir Sean's childhood home at 176 Fountainbridge.

SNP turn on the star power for independence campaign launch
http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politics-news/2012/05/20/snp-turn-on-the-star-power-for-independence-campaign-launch-86908-23866187/

Moore Than

Sean Connery is the latest high profile celebrity to be told by the police that they believe he was a repeated victim of phone hacking. It is understood his name appears in the records of Glenn Mulcaire, the private detective for the News of the World newspaper. It appears Connery's phone was hacked about ten times. Close friend and biographer Murray Grigor is quoted, "Apparently there were ten instances. The police were quite excited about it but he doesn't want to know. He doesn't want anything to do with it. He's just having a good time and he's just shrugged it off."

The FULL article.
Sean Connery told he may have been phone-hacking victim
http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2012/may/30/sean-connery-phone-hacking-police?newsfeed=true

geej

Someone should throw murdoch off a high balcony and Connery could shrug and say ' An exceptionally fine shot' to which the assailant would reply ' I didnt know there was a cement mixture down there !! '

see below

Moore Than wrote:

Sean Connery is the latest high profile celebrity to be told by the police that they believe he was a repeated victim of phone hacking. It is understood his name appears in the records of Glenn Mulcaire, the private detective for the News of the World newspaper. It appears Connery's phone was hacked about ten times. Close friend and biographer Murray Grigor is quoted, "Apparently there were ten instances. The police were quite excited about it but he doesn't want to know. He doesn't want anything to do with it. He's just having a good time and he's just shrugged it off."

The FULL article.
Sean Connery told he may have been phone-hacking victim
http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2012/may/30/sean-connery-phone-hacking-police?newsfeed=true

Napoleon Plural

Well, he's used to it isn't he? He had his entire hotel room bugged in FRWL!

Blackleiter

Good to see "The Real James Bond" up and about!

Lady Rose

It's good to see Sir Sean out and about and looking relaxed and healthy.

I did wonder if he was ill or something when he just disappeared and retired.

Gives me hope he may appear for the 50th Anniversary celebrations ....

Moore Than

Sean Connery was at the US Open in Flushing Meadows (New York) yesterday to support Andy Murray in his semi-final match against Tomas Berdych. Another famous Scot was also there in support, Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson. Murray won 5-7 6-2 6-1 7-6(9-7) and will play either Novak Djokovic or David Ferrer in the final on Monday.

Hardyboy

I can only hope I look that good at 82. . .

Q-Branch_2012

It is great to see Sean Connery out and about. I was only talking with someone the other day saying we haven't heard anything about him in a while.

A true legend, without Connery, there would be no Bond.

minigeff

Q-Branch_2012 wrote:

A true legend, without Connery, there would be no Bond.

No, without Ian Fleming there would be no bond. Connery was good, sure but the longevity of the franchise didn't hinge on his involvement.

Besides;



You ever seen anyone this happy before? Crack ya jowls Seany.

This pic would make a great caption comp. All I can think of is;

"jeeshush chrisht I wish I'd shtayed at hom. Thish frackin' idiot shmiles at me one moore time n I'll shmash in hish plumbsh"

Napoleon Plural

Yeah, facially he looks good. Could lose some weight around the middle, still couldn't we all. He should log onto our fitness thread.

Blackleiter

minigeff wrote:

No, without Ian Fleming there would be no bond. Connery was good, sure but the longevity of the franchise didn't hinge on his involvement.

Perhaps you're right, but I'm not so sure the cinematic incarnation of Bond would have been as successful (and long-lasting) had Connery started it off with such a bang. His impact shouldn't be underestimated.

The Domino Effect

Blackleiter wrote:

...Perhaps you're right, but I'm not so sure the cinematic incarnation of Bond would have been as successful (and long-lasting) had Connery started it off with such a bang. His impact shouldn't be underestimated.

"Perhaps"????? If Fleming hadn't created Bond there would be no Bond. End of debate. The success of the films, the longevity of the series etc being attributable to Connery or Saltzman or Broccoli or anything else is all supposition. But without Fleming there is no Bond.

Sorry, rantings of a literary-Bondist here! I'll get me coat and return to the library now...

Blackleiter

Of course it is true that there would be NO Bond without Fleming. "Perhaps" was a poor choice of words on my part. The point I was trying to make (unsuccessfully) is that I am not sure that the cinematic Bond would have taken off and had such long term success if Connery's launch had not been so impressive. Maybe with a different actor the series would not have caught on the way it did (for example, no one has ever been able to sustain a Doc Savage movie series, and I suspect that at least part of the reason is that Ron Ely didn't really set off any sparks in the role). At any rate, of course it's all supposition and no one knows what would have happened if someone other Sean Connery had been chosen to portray Bond in the first film of the series. It's just my opinion that Connery's strong presence and undeniable charisma helped to get the film series off to an impressive start that has contributed to its longevity.

The Domino Effect wrote:

Blackleiter wrote:

...Perhaps you're right, but I'm not so sure the cinematic incarnation of Bond would have been as successful (and long-lasting) had Connery started it off with such a bang. His impact shouldn't be underestimated.

"Perhaps"????? If Fleming hadn't created Bond there would be no Bond. End of debate. The success of the films, the longevity of the series etc being attributable to Connery or Saltzman or Broccoli or anything else is all supposition. But without Fleming there is no Bond.

Sorry, rantings of a literary-Bondist here! I'll get me coat and return to the library now...

GordoLeiter

Connery looks terrible. Is he ill or something?

Hardyboy

GordoLeiter wrote:

Connery looks terrible. Is he ill or something?

He's 82 and he looks good for his age.

Mr Beech

Hardyboy wrote:

GordoLeiter wrote:

Connery looks terrible. Is he ill or something?

He's 82 and he looks good for his age.

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"What the hell's wrong with him?"

"He's 82."

That's how the whipper snappers all actually think these days.

I think he does indeed look good for his age.

Moore Than

Sean Connery was at the US Open in Flushing Meadows (New York) for the second time in three days to support Andy Murray who beat Novak Djokovic 7-6(12-10) 7-5 2-6 3-6 6-2 to win his first Grand Slam title.

But it appears he will not be making any public appearances in support of James Bond's 50th anniversary. According to the National Enquirer, Connery will not be participating in any 007 tributes. Connery publicist Nancy Seltzer is quoted: "Sean is, and remains, retired and has declined making public appearances." That includes a star studded dinner for Bond cast and crew members to coincide with the release of the latest film, Skyfall. The Enquirer claims Connery still feels bitter that he was shortchanged by the original Bond producers, he claims he got less than one-fiftieth off the fortune they made off his six Bond films.

Napoleon Plural

Murray lost two sets in a row - luckily his comeback was better than Connery's in Never Say Never Again. )

Of course, the real reason Murray was crying at losing the Wimbledon final was a Scotsman missing out on all that dosh - he and Sean have something in common.

Anyway, banter aside, great to see Murray bag the big one.

Moore Than

Here is a short video of Sean Connery signing autographs in New York. Is he a grumpy/bitter old man, or is he anxious and stressed being amongst the fans?

Sean Connery - Signing Autographs in New York City
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGXboK6zSSI&feature=player_embedded

minigeff

Moore Than wrote:

Here is a short video of Sean Connery signing autographs in New York. Is he a grumpy/bitter old man, or is he anxious and stressed being amongst the fans?

Sean Connery - Signing Autographs in New York City
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGXboK6zSSI&feature=player_embedded

pissed off with all the crap being literally thrown in his face.

i'd be pissed off too if i was him, but i think i'd have explained why i was pissed off so people understood for future reference.

chrisisall

Moore Than wrote:

Here is a short video of Sean Connery signing autographs in New York. Is he a grumpy/bitter old man, or is he anxious and stressed being amongst the fans?

He's clearly pissed at having the autograph hounds almost literally poking him in the face with stuff most likely earmarked for future sale anyway. Jeeze, leave the guy alone. Be glad to be that close & catch a glimpse. 8-)

Moore Than

Sean Connery was photographed yesterday as he strolled the streets of Manhattan, New York.

From Manhattan With Love
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2315873/Britains-suavest-Bond-Sean-Connery-82-makes-rare-public-appearance.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

Napoleon Plural

Well, he looks rough. But so what. ageing aint for sissies. Suntan wouldn't go amiss I suppose. Still, 82. If he's not in a wheelchair or got dementia, lucky him.

Thunderbird 2

Typical tabloid reporter having a pop to sell papers.

I hope I look in as good shape as Sir Sean when I hit my eighties! Setting aside the clothes are for a more casual relaxed approach, (Mr Craig appears to be the only Bond actor the press accept in casual clothes,) he looks like he is very much he is in charge of himself.

Clearly he knows he is being papped, he looks peeved in one of the pics! Can't say I blame him.

Thunderpussy

I don't look as good as that, Now ! )

Blackleiter

He put in his time in the cinema (brilliantly), and he's relaxing and taking it easy. Good for him!

Youknowthename

D@mn, looking fit for his age!