Sir Sean Connery, renowned for his portrayal of James Bond in classic films like Dr No and Goldfinger, passed away at the age of 90 in the Bahamas.
His widow, Micheline Roquebrune, disclosed that the legendary actor had been grappling with dementia before his demise.
In an interview with The Mail on Sunday, Roquebrune revealed the toll dementia had taken on Sir Sean, stating that it was a challenging existence for him.
She expressed that he eventually fulfilled his final wish to depart peacefully without any commotion, as he struggled to communicate in his final days.
The couple, who tied the knot in 1975, shared a deep bond, with Roquebrune emphasizing that his passing was serene, as he slipped away in his sleep.
She described the loss as profoundly difficult and hailed him as an exemplary individual.
Pierce Brosnan, who later took on the iconic role of James Bond, paid tribute to Sir Sean, referring to him as “my greatest James Bond.”
Similarly, the family of Sir Roger Moore, another former Bond star, lauded Connery as the best to have portrayed the suave spy character.
Trina Parks, the first African-American woman cast in the Bond series, reminisced about her time working with Sir Sean in Diamonds Are Forever.
She fondly recalled his gentlemanly demeanor on set and how he made her feel at ease during their scenes together.
US President Donald Trump also honored the late actor, praising him for his talent and character.
The news of Connery's dementia diagnosis coincided with the revelation that former footballer Sir Bobby Charlton is also living with the condition.
Dementia, characterized by a decline in brain function and memory loss, presents diverse challenges.
While Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia are common forms of the condition, each case is unique and necessitates specialized care and support.
