Challenges in the Life of Sean Connery in a Detailed Timeline

Resilience and perseverance in the journey of Sean Connery. A timeline of obstacles and growth.

Sir Sean Connery was a highly acclaimed Scottish actor, best known as the first cinematic James Bond. He defined the suave, charismatic spy in seven films, starting with "Dr. No" (1962) and continuing through "Never Say Never Again" (1983). His portrayal became the standard, influencing subsequent actors in the role and solidifying Bond's place in pop culture.

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

1958: Starred in Another Time, Another Place and Confrontation with Johnny Stompanato

In 1958, Sean Connery starred in "Another Time, Another Place" and disarmed Johnny Stompanato, Lana Turner's boyfriend, who threatened him with a gun on set.

1965: Connery's controversial comments in Playboy

In 1965, Sean Connery was reported to have made controversial comments in Playboy magazine regarding hitting women, which he later denied.

1965: Life-threatening shark encounter during Thunderball filming

In 1965, while filming "Thunderball", Sean Connery's life was endangered during the shark sequence in Emilio Largo's pool. Despite his insistence on a Plexiglas partition, a shark breached it, forcing him to evacuate the pool immediately.

October 1983: Release of Never Say Never Again

In October 1983, Sean Connery reprised his role as James Bond in "Never Say Never Again". The film, whose title was inspired by his previous statement that he would "never again" return to the role, faced several production issues and led to Connery's dissatisfaction with major studios.

1993: Connery's reported statement to Vanity Fair on women

In 1993, Sean Connery was reported to have made a statement to Vanity Fair regarding women seeking confrontation, which added to the controversy surrounding his views on domestic violence.

1995: Connery stars in First Knight and Just Cause

In 1995, Sean Connery starred in "First Knight" and "Just Cause", both of which were box-office and critical disappointments.

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1998: Connery stars in The Avengers

In 1998, Sean Connery starred in "The Avengers", which was a box-office and critical disappointment.

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1999: Tax evasion investigation launched

In 1999, after Connery sold his Marbella villa, Spanish authorities launched a tax evasion investigation, alleging that the Spanish treasury had been defrauded of £5.5 million.

2003: Connery stars in The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen

In 2003, Sean Connery starred in "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen", which was a box-office and critical disappointment and led to his retirement from acting. In a UK poll, Connery was ranked eighth on the list of the 100 Greatest Movie Stars.

2003: Connery releases tax documents

In 2003, in response to accusations that he was a tax exile, Connery released documents showing he had paid £3.7 million in UK taxes between 1997 and 1998 and between 2002 and 2003.

2006: Cilento alleges abuse and Connery cancels Parliament appearance

In 2006, Diane Cilento alleged that Sean Connery had abused her during their relationship. Connery cancelled an appearance at the Scottish Parliament due to the controversy. He denied condoning violence against women, refuting past claims.