Sean Connery's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Sean Connery.

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

1972: Connery receives Golden Globe Henrietta Award

In 1972, Sean Connery received the Golden Globe Henrietta Award for "World Film Favorite – Male", sharing it with Charles Bronson, reflecting his global popularity after playing Bond six times.

1986: BAFTA Award for The Name of the Rose

In 1986, Sean Connery received the BAFTA Award for Best Actor for his role in "The Name of the Rose".

1986: Connery wins BAFTA for The Name of the Rose and stars in Highlander

In 1986, Sean Connery won a BAFTA Award for Best Actor for his role in "The Name of the Rose". That same year, he appeared in "Highlander", which showcased his ability to play older mentors, a recurring role in his later films.

1987: Academy Award and Golden Globe for The Untouchables

In 1987, Sean Connery received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "The Untouchables". He also received the Cecil B. DeMille Award in the same year.

1987: Connery stars in The Untouchables

In 1987, Sean Connery starred in "The Untouchables", playing an Irish-American cop. The film was a critical and box-office success, and Connery's performance earned him a BAFTA nomination, a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor, and an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

1989: Voted "Sexiest Man Alive"

In 1989, Sean Connery was voted by People magazine as the "Sexiest Man Alive".

1997: First knighthood nomination

Sean Connery was first nominated for a knighthood in 1997, but this was reportedly vetoed by Donald Dewar.

1998: Connery receives BAFTA Fellowship

In 1998, Sean Connery received the BAFTA Fellowship, a lifetime achievement award from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.

1998: BAFTA Fellowship

In 1998, Sean Connery received the BAFTA Fellowship.

1998: Second knighthood nomination

Sean Connery was nominated for a knighthood again in 1998, but this was reportedly vetoed by Donald Dewar.

1999: Kennedy Center Honors

In 1999, Sean Connery received the Kennedy Center Honors.

1999: Named "Sexiest Man of the Century"

In 1999, Sean Connery was voted by People magazine as the "Sexiest Man of the Century".

July 2000: Connery knighted by the Queen

On 5 July 2000, Sean Connery was knighted by the Queen at Holyrood Palace in Edinburgh.

2000: Connery receives positive reviews for Finding Forrester

In 2000, Sean Connery received positive reviews for his performance in "Finding Forrester". He also received a Crystal Globe for outstanding artistic contribution to world cinema.

2000: Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II

In 2000, Sean Connery was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to drama and was made a Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters in France.

2004: Recognized as "The Greatest Living Scot"

In 2004, a poll in the UK Sunday Herald recognised Connery as "The Greatest Living Scot".

2011: Named "Scotland's Greatest Living National Treasure"

In 2011, a EuroMillions survey named Sean Connery "Scotland's Greatest Living National Treasure".

2024: Edinburgh International Film Festival establishes award in Connery's honour

In 2024, the Edinburgh International Film Festival established an annual award in Sean Connery's honour, named The Sean Connery Prize for Feature Filmmaking Excellence, a prize of £50,000 is given to the makers of a film chosen by audience vote.