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 successful Scottish actor, best known as the first cinematic James Bond. He starred in seven Bond films between 1962 and 1983, beginning with Dr. No and solidifying the character's suave and charismatic image. His portrayal defined Bond for many and established a successful, decades-long acting career beyond the iconic role. His final appearance as 007 was in Never Say Never Again.

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

1962: Breakthrough Role as James Bond in Dr. No

In 1962, Sean Connery's breakthrough came with the role of James Bond in Dr. No, despite his initial reluctance to commit to a film series.

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1972: Shared Golden Globe Henrietta Award

In 1972, Sean Connery shared a Golden Globe Henrietta Award with Charles Bronson for "World Film Favorite – Male" due to his global popularity after playing Bond six times.

1987: Academy Award and Golden Globe for The Untouchables, BAFTA Award for The Name of the Rose, and Cecil B. DeMille Award

In 1987, Sean Connery received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor - Motion Picture for his role in The Untouchables, and the BAFTA Award for Best Actor for his role in The Name of the Rose. In the same year he also received the Cecil B. DeMille Award.

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1987: Starred in The Untouchables

In 1987, Sean Connery starred in Brian De Palma's The Untouchables, playing an Irish-American cop. His performance received critical acclaim, earning him a Golden Globe and an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

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1989: Voted 'Sexiest Man Alive' by People Magazine

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

1997: Nominated for knighthood

In 1997, Sean Connery was nominated for knighthood, but the nomination was reportedly vetoed.

1998: Received BAFTA Fellowship

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

1998: Nominated for knighthood

In 1998, Sean Connery was nominated for knighthood, but the nomination was reportedly vetoed.

1999: Received the Kennedy Center Honors

In 1999, Sean Connery received the Kennedy Center Honors, celebrating his lifetime achievements and contributions to the performing arts.

1999: Voted 'Sexiest Man of the Century' by People Magazine

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

July 2000: Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II

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

2000: Received positive reviews for Finding Forrester

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

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2000: Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II and Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters

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

2004: Named 'The Greatest Living Scot'

In 2004, a poll in the UK Sunday Herald recognized Sean 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: Establishment of Sean Connery Prize

In 2024, the Edinburgh International Film Festival established the annual Sean Connery Prize for Feature Filmmaking Excellence, which includes a prize of £50,000.