The film world mourns the loss of a legend of the James Bond franchise.

His family released a heartfelt statement honoring his extraordinary career: “His legacy endures with every filmmaker he inspired, every boundary he broke, and every story he told with his genius eye and honest heart,” per the Guardian.

They praised him as ‘a charismatic leader and fierce creative spirit’ who championed talent both on and off screen, ultimately returning home to tell stories ‘grounded in identity.’

His impact on cinema cannot be overstated. Continues…