Roger Moore My Word Is My Bond. The Autobiography

Roger Moore My Word Is My Bond. The Autobiography

by RogerMoore (Author)

Synopsis

Now in trade paperback, the frank and funny memoir of a living legend beloved by several generations. Nobody does it better ...'A deliciously self-mocking autobiography.' Sydney Morning Herald Mention the name Roger Moore and James Bond almost inevitably follows. After all, he dominated the big screen as the world's most famous spy for seven missions, more than any other 007. But before joining Her Majesty's secret service Roger Moore was already an international star thanks to another unforgettable signature role as 'the Saint', one of the most successful syndicated series in television history. And who could forget the rakish playboy Lord Brett Sinclair in 'the Persuaders'? In My Word is My Bond he looks back on a brilliant career and life with characteristic wit, from his childhood memories of London to his Hollywood career, his battle with prostate cancer and the inspiration he has gained from working for UNICEF. Punctuated throughout with anecdotes about friends such as Noel Coward, David Niven, Cary Grant, Richard Harris, Frank Sinatra, Gregory Peck, Michael Caine and Sean Connery, this frank and funny memoir is as charming and disarming as the man himself. And, as his millions of fans already know, nobody does it better.

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Format: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Australia
Published: 01 Jan 2009

ISBN 10: 073228872X
ISBN 13: 9780732288723

Author Bio
Born in London, Roger Moore started out as a trainee animator before acting became a passion. After studying at RADA and a stint in the British Army, he worked in theatr,, radio, as a model and a salesman before a contract with MGM in 1953 led to Hollywood and roles in TV series 'Ivanhoe' and 'Maverick'. But it was the hit 1960s series 'The Saint' that bought international stardom. He went on to conquer the big screen as James Bond for seven films, more than any 007. In 2003 he was awarded a knighthood for his work for UNICEF.