19) Sean Connery

There are not so many actors who portrayed James Bond, and Sean Connery will be remembered as the career-defining role for an actor turned cinematic legend. After an illustrious career, Connery retired in 2003 with The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, reportedly disillusioned by what was happening in Hollywood. He went into a reclusive retreat in the Bahamas, where he stayed until he died in 2020.
Connery retired on his terms, sealed his mystique forever, and endorsed an iconic position in film. His legacy as Bond and beyond created an indelible mark on Hollywood, defining him as one of the most iconic actors of his generation.
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