Sir Roger George Moore was a renowned British actor best known for portraying James Bond in seven films between 1973 and 1985, including iconic titles such as Live and Let Die and The Spy Who Loved Me. Outside the Bond franchise, Moore enjoyed a successful career in both film and television. His notable film credits include The Wild Geese, Shout at the Devil, The Cannonball Run, The Man Who Haunted Himself, and Boat Trip. In television, he starred in well-known series such as Ivanhoe, Maverick, The Saint, and The Persuaders!.
In addition to acting, Moore took on roles as a producer, writer, model, and director. Though he never won an Academy Award, he was highly recognized for both his artistic contributions and humanitarian efforts, particularly through his long-standing work with UNICEF as a goodwill ambassador—a role he took on after Audrey Hepburn.
Roger Moore was appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 1991, actively campaigning for children's-rights initiatives and participating in extensive field work across the globe. His dedication to humanitarian causes earned him several international accolades, including a knighthood in 2003 from Queen Elizabeth II for “services to charity.”
Roger Moore was married four times. His first marriage was to ice skater Doorn Van Steyn, whom he met while both were students at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. He married her at the age of 19. Their relationship was troubled from the start due to frequent separations and personal differences. Moore later described the marriage as volatile, claiming his wife displayed violent behavior, including once throwing a teapot at him. After seven years, the couple divorced.
Shortly after, Moore entered into a relationship with Welsh singer Dorothy Squires, who was 13 years his senior. They met at a party while Moore's divorce from Van Steyn was pending. Although initially passionate, the marriage was strained by long distances due to work commitments and interpersonal conflicts. Moore eventually became involved with Italian actress Luisa Mattioli, whom he met while filming in Italy. His relationship with Mattioli contributed to the eventual breakdown of his second marriage, which formally ended seven years later.
Moore spoke openly about experiencing domestic violence in his first two marriages. He recounted instances where his first wife physically attacked him and even struck his doctor during a house visit. Similarly, in a televised interview, he revealed that Dorothy Squires had once struck him with a guitar. During this turbulent period, Squires was often away promoting her music, further placing strain on their marriage. It was during this time that Moore's relationship with Luisa Mattioli deepened.
| Birth Date: | 14 Oct, 1927 |
| Age: | 92 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Stockwell |
| residence: | Monaco |
| Education: | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | British actor |
| Twitter Id: | Sirrogermoore |
| Net Worth 2021: | 110 million |
