Sir Roger Moore, one of the most famous actors to play James Bond, has died. He was 89 years old and passed away on Tuesday in Switzerland.

Moore had reportedly battled cancer briefly. His children released a statement saying they were all by his side in the final days.

Roger Moore first played James Bond in 1973's Live and Let Die. His last appearance as the famous British spy was A View to a Kill in 1985.

His children say there will be a private funeral for him in Monaco.

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