Roger Moore dies at age 89

CTV National News: Remembering Roger Moore Sir Roger Moore, the third actor to play the iconic James Bond in seven films, has died. Todd Battis reports.

Sir Roger Moore has died.

The actor who rose to fame with his portrayal of The Saint, and later as the super suave version of James Bond, died Tuesday in Switzerland.

Moore's children issued a statement saying their father was proudest of his accomplishments in TV and film, and for his work with Unicef.

His last public appearance was in London last year, appearing at the Royal Festival Hall.

Moore died following a recent diagnosis of cancer.

A private funeral service will take place in Monaco.

Moore was 89 years old.