David Hedison has died at the age of 92.
The American actor was best known for playing Bond’s CIA ally Felix Leiter. He starred firstly in the 1973 Live and Let Die. He later returned to the role in 1989, and starred in License to kill.
David’s daughters, Alexandra and Serena, announced that their father passed away on Thursday July 18. Hedison is reported to have died in Los Angeles, with his daughters by his side. A statement has been released by his family which said,
“Even in our deep sadness, we are comforted by the memory of our wonderful father. He loved us all dearly and expressed that love every day. He was adored by so many, all of whom benefited from his warm and generous heart. Our dad brought joy and humour wherever he went and did so with great style.”
After Hedison stared in James Bond, he went of to star in a number of other shows. During his later career, from 1991 – 1996 he became a regular on the long-running soap opera Another World. He also had a role in The Young and Restless. You can learn more about his career on IDMB.
