In the story of Ian Fleming's book, James Bond became a Knight Commander of the Order of Saints Michael and George in 1953.
Actor Daniel Craig, famous for his films about 007 James Bond, received the British Knightly Order of Saints Michael and George. This is evidenced by a document on the website of the UK government. The same award for the Bond plot was also awarded to his film hero, Chronicle.info reports with reference to the Correspondent.
Craig received an award for achievements in cinema and theater. He became a Knight of the Order — this is the smallest degree of seniority of this award. According to the plot of the book by Ian Fleming, James Bond became a Knight of the Order of Saints Michael and George in 1953.
In addition to Craig, a number of politicians and diplomats were awarded this and other knightly orders. In particular, Tony Blair, who served as Prime Minister of Great Britain from 1997-2007, was awarded the Order of the Garter, the highest knightly order in the country.
Also last year, Craig was awarded the title of Honorary Commander of the Royal Navy for his role as Bond .
Daniel Craig played James Bond in the last five films based on the novels of the journalist and writer, British military intelligence officer Ian Fleming — & # 171; Casino & # 171; Royal & # 187;, & # 171; Quant mercy & # 187 ;, & # 171; 007: Skyfall Coordinates & # 187 ;, & # 171; 007: Spectrum & # 187; and & # 171; No time to die & # 187 ;.
Recall that on September 28, 2021, the premiere of the 25th James Bond film took place, in which Daniel Craig played for the last time.
It was also reported that film historian Philippe Durand spoke about the new James Bond film. The role of agent 007, according to him, will be & # 171; an excellent actor who will give the image new unexpected features & # 187 ;.