Challenges Faced by Pierce Brosnan: Obstacles and Turning Points

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 28, 2025

Resilience and perseverance in the journey of Pierce Brosnan. A timeline of obstacles and growth.

Pierce Brosnan is an Irish actor and film producer best known for portraying James Bond in four films from 1995 to 2002. He was the fifth actor to take on the iconic role of the fictional secret agent in the James Bond film series. Brosnan also appeared in several James Bond video games, including GoldenEye 007. His portrayal of Bond solidified his status as a major Hollywood star.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

1986: Remington Steele Renewal

In 1986, NBC cancelled Remington Steele but renewed it after Brosnan was offered the role of James Bond, causing him to return to the show due to contractual obligations.

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1987: Dalton hired as Bond

In 1987, Timothy Dalton was hired for The Living Daylights after Brosnan had to return to Remington Steele.

1987: Cassandra Harris becomes ill.

In 1987, while filming "The Deceivers" in Rajasthan, Cassandra Harris became seriously ill and was later diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

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1989: Timothy Dalton stars in Licence to Kill

In 1989, Timothy Dalton starred in Licence to Kill.

December 1991: Death of Cassandra Harris

On December 28, 1991, Cassandra Harris, Pierce Brosnan's first wife, died after battling ovarian cancer.

1991: Cancellation of Dalton's third Bond film

In 1991, legal disputes resulted in the cancellation of a proposed third James Bond film with Timothy Dalton.

October 2004: Dismissal from James Bond Role

In October 2004, Pierce Brosnan stated that he considered himself dismissed from the role of James Bond.

February 2005: Brosnan Announces End of Bond Tenure

In February 2005, Pierce Brosnan posted on his website that he was finished with the role of James Bond.

June 2013: Death of Charlotte Brosnan

On June 28, 2013, Charlotte Brosnan, Pierce Brosnan's adopted daughter, died of ovarian cancer.

February 2015: Malibu home fire

On February 11, 2015, Pierce Brosnan's Malibu home caught fire, causing $1 million in damages, including the destruction of his 2002 Aston Martin V12 Vanquish.