THEN AND NOW: 35 of the most iconic Bond women

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  • The 25th James Bond movie, "No Time to Die," will be released April 8, 2020.

  • Daniel Craig will return as 007 and be accompanied on screen by Ana de Armas and Lashana Lynch, who will play a "a new type" of Bond woman. Léa Seydoux will reprise her role as Madeleine Swann.

  • What happened to the rest of the Bond actresses over the years?

  • From Ursula Andress and Jane Seymour to Teri Hatcher and Halle Berry, Insider looks at the Bond women in the 25 Eon-produced movies from 1962 onward.

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"Dr. No" (1962): Ursula Andress popularized the now-iconic scene where she steps out on the beach as Honey Ryder.

Bond spots Honey Ryder on the beach in the 1962 movie.
Bond spots Honey Ryder on the beach in the 1962 movie.

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Andress was commonly known as the first Bond girl.

Now (Age 83): In 2005, Andress starred in small comedy "The Bird Preachers."

Ursula Andress is seen at the Doppia Difesa Gala at Hotel Bernini Bristol on November 1, 2017 in Rome, Italy.
Ursula Andress is seen at the Doppia Difesa Gala at Hotel Bernini Bristol on November 1, 2017 in Rome, Italy.

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In 2006, Andress was named honorary citizen of her birthplace Ostermundigen.

"Dr. No" / "From Russia With Love" (1962/1963): Eunice Gayson played Bond's girlfriend Sylvia Trench in two films.

Eunice Gayson and Sean Connery as Sylvia Trench and James Bond, respectively.
Eunice Gayson and Sean Connery as Sylvia Trench and James Bond, respectively.

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Trench meets James Bond during a game of Baccarat in "Dr. No." Bond first uses his trademark "Bond, James Bond" line when introducing himself to Trench.

Now: Gayson died in 2018. She was 90.

Eunice Gayson attended the world premiere of 2012's Bond film
Eunice Gayson attended the world premiere of 2012's Bond film

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Gayson released an autobiography in 2012 titled "The First Lady of Bond." Gayson's daughter, Kate, appeared as an extra in 1995's "GoldenEye."

"From Russia With Love" (1963): Daniela Bianchi played Soviet Army Intelligence Corporal Tatiana Romanova.

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Daniela Bianchi in

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Her voice was dubbed by actress Barbra Jefford due to her heavy Italian accent.

Now (Age 77): Bianchi starred in small Italian and French films after Bond before retiring from acting in 1970.

Daniela Bianchi in an interview from 2012.
Daniela Bianchi in an interview from 2012.

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Bianchi retired from acting in 1970. She appeared in a 2012 documentary called "We're Nothing Like James Bond."

"Goldfinger" (1964): Honor Blackman quit her role on "The Avengers" to appear as Pussy Galore.

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Honor Blackman in

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United Artists landed Blackman for the role by incorporating her judo experience into the film.

Now (Age 94): Blackman was still starring in films until 2015.

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Honor Blackman is seen at

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Her last titles include 2012's "Cockneys vs Zombies" and the sitcom "You, Me, and Them," where she described her character as selfish. Blackman has also played Professor Lasky and voiced Queen Anahita on the "Doctor Who" TV series and audio story, respectively.

"Goldfinger" (1964): Model Tania Mallet was cast as Tilly Masterson after her photo was sent to the Bond producer.

Mallet and Sean Connery are seen on the set of
Mallet and Sean Connery are seen on the set of

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According to the Hollywood Reporter, Bond producer Cubby Broccoli was sent a photo of her for Vogue lying on "some rocks in a bikini." She originally tested for Bianchi's role in "From Russia With Love."

Now: Mallet died in April 2019 at the age of 77.

Mallet posed with other Bond women, Brit Ekland, and Eunice Gayson in 2012.
Mallet posed with other Bond women, Brit Ekland, and Eunice Gayson in 2012.

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Mallet also had an uncredited role on "The New Avengers" in 1976 before returning to modeling.

"Goldfinger" (1964): Margaret Nolan played the small role of Bond's masseuse, Dink.

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Margaret Nolan in

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Despite the small role, Nolan appears on the ads and soundtrack cover for the film as a gold-painted woman.

Now (Age 76): Nolan hasn't starred in films since 1986, but appeared in 2011's "The Power of Three."

Margaret Nolan in
Margaret Nolan in

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Nolan lives in Heampstead, London where she has worked as an artist making photo montages using old publicity photographs.

"Goldfinger" (1964): Shirley Eaton became a sex symbol in the '60s after playing the role of Jill Masterson.

Jill Masterson lying on a bed in gold paint on set of
Jill Masterson lying on a bed in gold paint on set of

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Masterson was the Bond girl who dies from getting covered in gold.

Now (Age 82): Eaton retired from acting in 1969 to raise her family.

Eaton at the 2012
Eaton at the 2012

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Eaton published an autobiography, "Golden Girl," in 1999. Eaton also released a poetry book in 2006 called "Shirley Eaton's Golden Touch."

"Thunderball" (1965): French actress Claudine Auger is best known for her role as Dominique "Domino" Derval.

Auger's voice was played by Nikki van der Zyl.
Auger's voice was played by Nikki van der Zyl.

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Before Bond, she was the first runner-up in the 1958 Miss World contest.

Now (Age 78): Auger was still acting in mostly foreign films up until 1997.

Auger was last photographed at the 62nd Cannes Film Festival in 2009.
Auger was last photographed at the 62nd Cannes Film Festival in 2009.

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Auger's last credited appearance is on French TV movie "The Red and the Black."

"Thunderball" (1965): Luciana Paluzzi played SPECTRE agent Fiona Volpe.

Luciana Paluzzi and Sean Connery in
Luciana Paluzzi and Sean Connery in

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Paluzzi originally auditioned for the role of Domino.

Now (Age 82): Paluzzi appeared in several movies through the 1960.

Luciana Paluzzi can be seen above in 2013.
Luciana Paluzzi can be seen above in 2013.

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The Italian actress is married to Michael Solomon, former president of Warner Bros. international television.

"Thunderball" (1965): British actress Martine Beswick played Bond's assistant Paula Caplan who gets kidnapped.

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Martine Beswick in

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She also appeared in "From Russia with Love" as the gypsy, Zora.

Now (Age 78): Beswick was in films and television through the '90s including "One Million Years B.C.," "The Six Million Dollar Man," and "Falcon Crest."

Beswick at a screening of the Magical Mystery Tour in London in 2012.
Beswick at a screening of the Magical Mystery Tour in London in 2012.

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Beswick appeared on BBC's "Masterchef" in 2013 with other Bond Girl guests. She also appeared in this year's "House of the Gorgon."

"You Only Live Twice" (1967): Karin Dor played SPECTRE assassin Helga Brandt.

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Karin Dor in

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Her character was fed to piranhas.

Now: The German actress died in 2017 at the age of 79.

Karin Dor attended Sky's 007 HD event, which Karin Dor, attended in September 2015 in Hamburg, Germany.
Karin Dor attended Sky's 007 HD event, which Karin Dor, attended in September 2015 in Hamburg, Germany.

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Dor appeared regularly on screen until the late '80s. However she made a comeback to German screens in 2006's "I Am the Other Woman." She died in a nursing home.

"On Her Majesty's Secret Service" (1969): Diana Rigg played Bond's wife Tracy (Contessa Teresa di Vicenzo).

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Diana Rigg in

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Rigg appeared on the popular TV show "The Avengers" before starring in the 1969 movie.

Now (Age 81): Rigg still acts today. "Game of Thrones" fans will recognize her as Lady Olenna Tyrell.

Diana Rigg played Olenna Tyrell on
Diana Rigg played Olenna Tyrell on

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Rigg was also the Chancellor of the University of Stirling for 10 years until 2008. She's set to appear in 2020's "Last Night in Soho."

"Diamonds are Forever" (1971): Jill St. John played diamond smuggler Tiffany Case.

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Jill St. John in

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St. John was originally offered the role of Plenty O'Toole which went to Lana Wood.

Now (Age 79): St. John went on to work in five films with husband Robert Wagner before retiring in 2002.

Wagner was St. John's fourth husband.
Wagner was St. John's fourth husband.

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In 2014, she played Mrs. Claus in a made-for-TV movie "Northpole" with Wagner who played Santa Claus.

 

"Diamonds are Forever" (1971): Lana Wood played the small, but memorable role of Plenty O'Toole.

Sean Connery and Lana Wood in
Sean Connery and Lana Wood in

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Bond meets O'Toole at a casino.

Now (Age 73): Wood retired from acting in the mid-80s but resurfaced in several films since 2008.

Lana Wood at The Hollywood Show on February 10, 2018.
Lana Wood at The Hollywood Show on February 10, 2018.

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Wood wrote the best-selling "Natalie, A Memoir by Her Sister" in 1984.

"Live and Let Die" (1973): Jane Seymour played tarot expert Solitaire.

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Jane Seymour in

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Gayle Hunnicutt was up for the role, but was pregnant at the time.

Now (Age 68): Seymour's best known for '90s series "Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman."

Jane Seymour at the 2019 Golden Screen Awards on November 9, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.
Jane Seymour at the 2019 Golden Screen Awards on November 9, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.

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Seymour keeps busy both as an ambassador for a non-profit Childhelp and in TV and film roles. In 2017, she appeared on Hulu's documentary "Becoming Bond." In 2018, she posed for Playboy.

"Live and Let Die" (1973): Gloria Hendry played CIA double agent Rosie Carver.

Gloria Hendry starred alongside Roger Moore in
Gloria Hendry starred alongside Roger Moore in

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Hendry was the first African American Bond girl to have a relationship with Bond.

Now (Age 70): Hendry also starred in films "Black Caesar" and "Hell Up in Harlem."

Gloria Hendry is seen at the world premiere of
Gloria Hendry is seen at the world premiere of

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Hendry has appeared in TV movies and series, most recently appearing on "A Brother's Honor."

"The Man With the Golden Gun" (1974): Britt Ekland played Bond's assistant, Mary Goodnight.

Britt Ekland in
Britt Ekland in

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The actress originally auditioned for the role of Andrea Anders, which eventually went to Maud Adams.

Now (Age 77): Ekland has appeared on TV series since, but has performed in various stage performances of "Cinderella."

Ekland is seen at Val Kilmer's HelMel Studios Presents GLAM Art Exhibition on November 15, 2019.
Ekland is seen at Val Kilmer's HelMel Studios Presents GLAM Art Exhibition on November 15, 2019.

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Ekland was considered a sex symbol throughout the '70s. She played the Fairy Godmother from 2009 to 2010 at Princess Theatre in the UK. Ekland also appeared on the UK's "Last Dance" in 2018.

"The Spy Who Loved Me" (1977): Barbara Bach played Soviet KGB agent Triple X.

Roger Moore and Barbara Bach are seen in a photograph from
Roger Moore and Barbara Bach are seen in a photograph from

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After appearing in the film, Bach said Bond was "a chauvinist pig who uses girls to shield him against bullets."

Now (Age 72): Bach married Beatle drummer Ringo Starr (below).

Bach with husband Ringo Starr. Bach stopped acting in the late '80s.
Bach with husband Ringo Starr. Bach stopped acting in the late '80s.

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"I think I love Barbara as much [today] as I did [when we met] – and I'm beyond blessed that she loves me and we're still together," Starr told People in 2015.

Together, she and Starr created the Lotus Foundation which funds and promotes charities that help those with substance abuse, cancer, homelessness, and more.

"The Spy Who Loved Me" (1977): Caroline Munro was cast as Naomi.

Munro's voice was dubbed in the film.
Munro's voice was dubbed in the film.

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Naomi was the first woman Bond explicitly killed in a film.

Now (Age 70): Munro still acts and is known for her roles in horror and sci-fi films.

Caroline Munro is seen at the Chiller Theatre Expo on October 27, 2018 in Parsippany, New Jersey.
Caroline Munro is seen at the Chiller Theatre Expo on October 27, 2018 in Parsippany, New Jersey.

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Munro recently filmed several movies including "House of the Gorgon" and is set to appear in 2020's "The Fourth Horseman."

"Moonraker" (1979): Lois Chiles played CIA agent Holly Goodhead.

Roger Moore and Lois Chiles in
Roger Moore and Lois Chiles in

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When Bond first meets Goodhead, he's under the impression she's an astronaut.

Now (Age 72): Chiles has appeared in a number of smaller film and TV roles

Lois Chiles is seen at a screening of
Lois Chiles is seen at a screening of

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She appeared on "Speed 2" and in an episode of "CSI."

"For Your Eyes Only" (1981): Carole Bouquet played Melina Havelock, the daughter of murdered marine archaeologists.

Roger Moore and Carole Bouquet in
Roger Moore and Carole Bouquet in

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Bouquet previously auditioned for the role of Holly Goodhead in "Moonraker."

Now (Age 62): Bouquet modeled for Chanel through the '90s.

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Bouquet still acts in French films. She appeared on NBC's 2014 "Rosemary's Baby" miniseries and French TV show "Spin."

"For Your Eyes Only" (1981): Lynn-Holly Johnson's role as Olympic medalist hopeful Bibi Dahl wasn't coincidence.

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Lynn-Holly Johnson in

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At the time, interest in the 1980 Lake Placid winter Olympics was high, and, Johnson happened to be a professional skater.

Now (Age 60): Johnson finished her acting career in 1996 to focus on her family.

Lynn-Holly Johnson in 2013 in Hollywood, California.
Lynn-Holly Johnson in 2013 in Hollywood, California.

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In 2007, she appeared in a theater production of "It's A Wonderful Life." Johnson has two children.

"Octopussy" (1983): Maud Adams returned to the Bond franchise as the titular character.

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Maud Adams in

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She previously played Andrea Anders nearly a decade earlier in "The Man with the Golden Gun."

Now (Age 74): Though Adams doesn't act much anymore she frequents Bond events.

Maud Adams in 2013.
Maud Adams in 2013.

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She has made television appearances on "Walker, Texas Ranger" and "That '70s Show."

"Octopussy" (1983): Swedish actress Kristina Wayborn played Octopussy's henchwoman Magda.

Kristina Wayborn in
Kristina Wayborn in

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Bond lets Magda steal a Fabergé egg with tracking devices in the film.

Now (Age 69): Wayborn went on to appear on television series including "The Love Boat," "Dallas," and "Baywatch."

Wayborn was seen in 2015 at the Royal Film Performance of
Wayborn was seen in 2015 at the Royal Film Performance of

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She reunited with Maud Adams on "That '70s Show."

"A View to a Kill" (1985): Former "Charlie's Angel" Tanya Roberts played geologist Stacey Sutton.

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Tanya Roberts in

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Roger Moore has said in commentary for the film he felt little chemistry between him and Roberts.

Now (Age 64): Roberts starred in a few films before landing a role on "That '70s Show."

Tanya Roberts at the 27th annual
Tanya Roberts at the 27th annual

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Roberts left the show in 2001 when her husband became terminally ill. She has done some interviews in more recent years, but mostly stays out of the spotlight.

"A View to a Kill" (1985): Jamaican singer and model Grace Jones played villain Max Zorin's bodyguard and lover May Day.

Grace Jones is a model, singer, song writer, and actress.
Grace Jones is a model, singer, song writer, and actress.

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May Day appeared to have super strength.

Now (Age 71): The singer continues to perform and

Grace Jones headlined the main stage at OnBlackheath in London, England on July 14, 2019.
Grace Jones headlined the main stage at OnBlackheath in London, England on July 14, 2019.

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In July, she performed at OnBlackheath seen above. Zendaya also got her to walk the runway in March at her Tommy Hifiger show.

"The Living Daylights" (1987): Former model Maryam d'Abo played Kara Milovy.

Timothy Dalton and Maryam d'Abo in
Timothy Dalton and Maryam d'Abo in

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She originally auditioned for the part of Pola Ivanova in "A View to Kill."

Now (Age 58): d'Abo co-wrote 2002's "Bond Girls Are Forever" and produced a documentary of the same name with other Bond girls.

Maryam d'Abo attends the BFI & IWC Luminous Gala at The Roundhouse on October 1, 2019 in London, England.
Maryam d'Abo attends the BFI & IWC Luminous Gala at The Roundhouse on October 1, 2019 in London, England.

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The actress recovered from an aneurysm in 2007 and worked on and starred in a documentary, "Rupture: Living With a Broken Brain," about her injury and recovery with her husband, director Hugh Hudson.

In 2015, d'Abo modeled for retailer JD Williams.

"Licence to Kill" (1989): Carey Lowell played pilot and ex-CIA agent Pam Bouvier.

Carey Lowell and Timothy Dalton in 1989 at the
Carey Lowell and Timothy Dalton in 1989 at the

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The 1989 film was the first Bond movie that didn't use a title inspired by one of author Ian Fleming's stories. Bouvier fancies Bond as the two work together.

Now (Age 58): Lowell later starred on "Law & Order."

Carey Lowell is seen at the Lincoln Center Benefit Performance of
Carey Lowell is seen at the Lincoln Center Benefit Performance of

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Lowell retired from acting in the late 2000s. She recently returned to TV in 2018 when she appeared as a guest on "Blue Bloods" and "Bull."

"GoldenEye" (1995): Famke Janssen played murderer Xenia Onatopp.

Famke Janssen in a photo promoting
Famke Janssen in a photo promoting

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Onatopp was a member of a crime syndicate. In the film, she attempts to seduce and kill Bond.

Now (Age 55): Janssen was one of the leading ladies in the "X-Men" franchise in the 2000s.

Famke Janssen attends the UK premiere of
Famke Janssen attends the UK premiere of

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Janssen played Jean Grey for 14 years on and off. She then starred on one of Netflix's first original shows, "Hemlock Grove." She has also appeared on "How to Get Away With Murder" and in the "Taken" film franchise.

"Tomorrow Never Dies" (1997): Michelle Yeoh starred as Colonel Wai Lin.

Pierce Brosnan was the next Bond alongside Michelle Yeoh.
Pierce Brosnan was the next Bond alongside Michelle Yeoh.

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The Chinese spy worked alongside Bond. The two share a brief, romantic moment in the film.

Now (Age 57): Yeoh starred in Oscar-winning movies "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" and "Memoirs of a Geisha."

Michelle Yeoh at the 2019 Golden Globes.
Michelle Yeoh at the 2019 Golden Globes.

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She also lends her voice to video games. Yeoh most recently appeared in 2018's "Crazy Rich Asians" and 2019's "Last Christmas" with Emilia Clarke.

 

 

"Tomorrow Never Dies" (1997): The "Lois & Clark" star played one of Bond's ex-girlfriends, Paris Carver.

Teri Hatcher and Pierce Brosnan star in
Teri Hatcher and Pierce Brosnan star in

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Bond attempts to seduce his old girlfriend in "Tomorrow Never Dies." Instead, Paris winds up dead.

Now (Age 54): Hatcher starred on ABC's hit drama "Desperate Housewives."

Teri Hatcher starred on the ABC show from 2004 until 2012.
Teri Hatcher starred on the ABC show from 2004 until 2012.

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Recently, Hatcher has appeared on the CW's "Supergirl" in a recurring role.

"The World Is Not Enough" (1999): Denise Richards starred as nuclear physicist Dr. Christmas Jones.

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Denise Richards in

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Richards' role was criticized for her silly name and her outfits that felt reminiscent of a video game character.

Now (Age 48): Richards wrote a memoir called "The Real Girl Next Door" in 2011.

Denise Richards at the Los Angeles Mission Legacy of Vision Gala at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 24, 2019.
Denise Richards at the Los Angeles Mission Legacy of Vision Gala at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 24, 2019.

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Richards currently stars on "The Bold and the Beautiful" and Bravo's "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills."

"Die Another Day" (2002): Halle Berry plays NSA agent Jinx Johnson.

Pierce Brosnan and Halle Berry attend the world premiere of
Pierce Brosnan and Halle Berry attend the world premiere of

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Jinx and Bond are lovers in the 2002 film.

Now (Age 53): Berry continued playing Storm in the "X-Men" films in the 2000s.

Halle Berry in February 2019.
Halle Berry in February 2019.

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Berry is also a Revlon spokesperson and recently appeared alongside Keanu Reeves in "John Wick: Chapter 3 — Parabellum."

"Die Another Day" (2002): Rosamund Pike was undercover M16 agent, Miranda Frost.

Rosamund Pike at a special screening of MGM's
Rosamund Pike at a special screening of MGM's

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Miranda Frost also happened to be a double agent.

Now (Age 40): Pike received a best actress Oscar nomination for her role in 2014's "Gone Girl."

Pike won a Primetime Emmy for outstanding actress in a short form comedy or drama series in 2019 for
Pike won a Primetime Emmy for outstanding actress in a short form comedy or drama series in 2019 for

Christopher Pike

After Pike's breakout role, she appeared in "Pride & Prejudice," "An Education," and "Jack Reacher" before her Oscar nod for "Gone Girl."

"Casino Royale" (2006): Eva Green played Bond's lover Vesper Lynd in the newest 007 franchise.

Eva Green starred alongside Daniel Craig in his first outing as the newest Bond.
Eva Green starred alongside Daniel Craig in his first outing as the newest Bond.

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Lynd financed Bond in a high-stakes poker game.

Now (Age 39): The French actress and model starred in the "Sin City" sequel and "Penny Dreadful."

Eva Green at the London premiere of
Eva Green at the London premiere of

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Green appeared in Disney's 2019 live-action "Dumbo" movie. It was her latest collaboration with director Tim Burton after 2012's "Dark Shadows" and 2016's "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children."

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