Sean Connery was born in Edinburgh on this day in 1930. For many he remains the definitive 007.

Sean Connery, who played James Bond in six films by Eon Productions as well as Kevin McClory’s Thunderball remake, Never Say Never Again, was born in Edinburgh on 25th August 1930.

For many fans Connery has never been bettered in the role of 007, bringing to the role the right balance between toughness and wit.

Burt Kwouk, who played Mr Ling in Goldfinger, was born on this day in 1930. He is probably best known for his appearances as Cato in the Pink Panther films

Burt Kwouk, who played Mr Ling in Goldfinger, was born in Cheshire on 18th July 1930.