Born: October 14, 1927 – Died: May 23, 2017
Roger Moore, the quintessential English actor who stepped into the shoes of the iconic James Bond after Sean Connery, had a charisma that was hard to replicate. Born in the bustling area of Stockwell, London, to Lillian (Pope) and George Alfred Moore, a police officer, he was introduced to a mix of discipline and creativity from an early age. His mother, a native of Calcutta with British heritage, instilled in him a rich cultural tapestry that would influence his artistic aspirations.
Early Life and Career
Moore's journey began in a London overshadowed by the Great Depression. Growing up, he nurtured a keen interest in the arts. Educated in local schools, he flirted with the idea of becoming an artist before the allure of acting took hold. He took his first step into the limelight with an extra role in the late 1940s. It wasn't until 1953 that Moore ventured to the United States, where his dashing looks earned him a contract with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Despite a series of unremarkable films, Moore's persistence paid off. His major breakthrough came with the television series "The Saint" in 1962, portraying the suave Simon Templar, which elevated him to international stardom. The role that truly cemented his celebrity status was that of James Bond, starting with "Live and Let Die" in 1973. Moore's interpretation of the spy was debonair and unflappable, which resonated with audiences worldwide.
Over his career, Moore received numerous accolades, including a Commander of the Order of the British Empire for his services to UNICEF and later a Knighthood. His personal life was equally eventful, with marriages, children, and a significant role in charitable work, especially with UNICEF. His philanthropic efforts were as impactful as his on-screen presence.
Roger Moore's indelible mark on Hollywood was not just as 007 but as an actor who brought charm and elegance to every role he played. His legacy as an entertainment icon is unquestioned, his distinctive style and dedication to his craft making him stand out in the pantheon of great actors.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Saint (TV Movie) | Jasper (as Sir Roger Moore) |
| 2016 | The Carer | Roger Moore |
| 2015 | GivingTales (Video Game) | Narrator - The Princess and the Pea; The Steadfast Tin Soldier (voice, as Sir Roger Moore) |
| 2014 | The Life of Rock with Brian Pern (TV Series) | George Lazenby (as Sir Roger Moore) |
| 2013 | Incompatibles | Roger Moore |
| 2011 | A Princess for Christmas (TV Movie) | Edward Duke of Castlebury |
| 2011 | The Lighter (Short) | George Boreman (voice) |
| 2010 | Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore | Tab Lazenby (voice) |
| 2009 | De vilde svaner | Archbishop (voice) |
| 2008 | Agent Crush | Burt Gasket (voice) |
| 2005 | Foley & McColl: This Way Up (TV Movie) | Butler (as Sir Roger Moore) |
| 2005 | Here Comes Peter Cottontail: The Movie | Video | January Q. Irontail (voice) |
| 2004 | The Fly Who Loved Me (Short) | Father Christmas (voice, as Sir Roger Moore) |
| 2002 | Boat Trip | Lloyd Faversham |
| 2002 | Tatort (TV Series) | Celebrity actor |
| 2002 | Na svoji Vesni | Roger Moore |
| 2002 | Alias (TV Series) | Edward Poole |
| 2001 | The Enemy | Supt. Robert Ogilvie |
| 1999 | The Dream Team (TV Series) | Desmond Heath |
| 1997 | Spice World | Chief |
| 1997 | The Saint | Car Radio Announcer (voice) |
| 1996 | The Quest | Lord Edgar Dobbs |
| 1994 | The Man Who Wouldn't Die (TV Movie) | Thomas Grace | Inspector Fulbright |
| 1993 | Stakka Bo: Living It Up (Music Video) | Roger Moore |
| 1991 | Bed & Breakfast | Adam |
| 1990 | Feuer, Eis & Dynamit | Sir George |
| 1990 | Bullseye! | Gerald Bradley-Smith | Sir John Bavistock |
| 1989 | Duran Duran: Burning the Ground (Music Video) | James Bond |
| 1988 | Lark Milds Roger Moore James Bond Style Television Commercial | Video | Spy in Venice |
| 1987 | The Magic Snowman | Lumi Ukko, the Snowman (voice) |
| 1985 | Renault 11 'A View to a Kill' Television Commercial | Video | James Bond |
| 1985 | A View to a Kill: The Computer Game (Video Game) | James Bond (credit only) |
| 1985 | A View to a Kill | James Bond |
| 1984 | The Naked Face | Dr. Judd Stevens |
| 1983 | Seiko 'Octopussy' Television Commercial | Video | James Bond |
| 1983 | Curse of the Pink Panther | Chief Insp. Jacques Clouseau (as Turk Thrust II) |
| 1983 | Octopussy | James Bond |
| 1981 | For Your Eyes Only | James Bond |
| 1981 | The Cannonball Run | Seymour |
| 1980 | Sunday Lovers | Harry Lindon (segment "An Englishman's Home") |
| 1980 | *The Sea Wolves* | Captain Gavin Stewart |
| 1980 | North Sea Hijack | Ffolkes |
| 1979 | Moonraker | James Bond |
| 1979 | Escape to Athena | Major Otto Hecht |
| 1978 | The Wild Geese | Lt. Shawn Fynn |
| 1977–1978 | Laugh-In (TV Series) | Guest Performer |
| 1977 | The Spy Who Loved Me | James Bond |
| 1976 | Sherlock Holmes in New York (TV Movie) | Sherlock Holmes |
| 1976 | Shout at the Devil | Sebastian Oldsmith |
| 1976 | Street People | Ulisse |
| 1975 | That Lucky Touch | Michael Scott |
| 1974 | The Man with the Golden Gun | James Bond |
| 1974 | Gold | Rod Slater |
| 1973 | Live and Let Die | James Bond |
| 1971–1972 | The Persuaders! (TV Series) | Lord Brett Sinclair | The General | The Admiral ... |
| 1970 | The Man Who Haunted Himself | Pelham |
| 1969–1970 | Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In (TV Series) | Guest Performer (uncredited) |
| 1969 | Crossplot | Gary Fenn |
| 1962–1969 | The Saint (TV Series) | Simon Templar |
| 1969 | Vendetta for the Saint | Simon Templar |
| 1968 | The Fiction-Makers | Simon Templar |
| 1965 | The Trials of O'Brien (TV Series) | Roger Taney |
| 1964 | Mainly Millicent (TV Series) | James Bond |
| 1962 | No Man's Land | Enzo Prati |
| 1961 | Romulus and the Sabines | Romulus |
| 1961 | The Roaring 20's (TV Series) | 14 Karat John |
| 1959–1961 | Maverick (TV Series) | Beauregarde Maverick | John Vandergelt |
| 1959–1961 | 77 Sunset Strip (TV Series) | Roger Moore | Radio Announcer |
| 1961 | Gold of the Seven Saints | Shaun Garrett |
| 1961 | The Sins of Rachel Cade | Paul Wilton |
| 1959–1960 | The Alaskans (TV Series) | Silky Harris |
| 1959 | The Miracle | Captain Michael Stuart |
| 1959 | Alfred Hitchcock Presents (TV Series) | Inspector Benson |
| 1959 | The Third Man (TV Series) | Jimmy Simms |
| 1958–1959 | Ivanhoe (TV Series) | Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe | Trumper |
| 1957 | Matinee Theatre (TV Series) | Old Man | Randolph Churchill |
| 1957 | Lux Video Theatre (TV Series) | Gavin |
| 1957 | Assignment Foreign Legion (TV Series) | Legionnaire Paul Harding |
| 1956 | Goodyear Playhouse (TV Series) | Patrick Simmons |
| 1956 | Ford Star Jubilee (TV Series) | Billy Mitchell |
| 1956 | Diane | Prince Henri |
| 1955 | The King's Thief | Jack |
| 1955 | Interrupted Melody | Cyril Lawrence |
| 1954 | The Last Time I Saw Paris | Paul |
| 1954 | The Motorola Television Hour (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1953 | Julius Caesar (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1953 | Black Chiffon (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1953 | The Clay of Kings (TV Movie) | Josiah Wedgwood |
| 1953 | Robert Montgomery Presents (TV Series) | French Diplomat |
| 1951 | Due mogli sono troppe | Ornithologist on a Train (uncredited) |
| 1951 | One Wild Oat | Man Watching Elevator Repair (uncredited) |
| 1950 | Drawing-Room Detective (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1949 | The Interrupted Journey | Soldier in Paddington Café (uncredited) |
| 1949 | The Gay Lady | Stage Door Johnny (uncredited) |
| 1949 | Paper Orchid | Bit Part |
| 1949 | A House in the Square (TV Movie) | John Anstruther |
| 1949 | The Governess (TV Movie) | Bob Drew |
| 1946 | They Met at Midnight | Guest Sitting at Pearson's Table (uncredited) |
| 1946 | Showtime | Member of the Audience (uncredited) |
| 1945 | Caesar and Cleopatra | Roman Soldier (uncredited) |
| 1945 | Vacation from Marriage | Soldier (uncredited) |