James Bond legend Sir Roger Moore has died aged 89 after a 'short but brave' battle with cancer

  
Tragic: Sir Roger Moore has passed away at the age of 89 following a short battle with cancer

Legendary James Bond actor Sir Roger Moore has died at the age of 89.

The star's family revealed that the London-born actor died today in Switzerland after a 'short but brave' battle with cancer.

In a statement announcing his death, Sir Roger's family said that the iconic actor had been 'surrounded' by love in his final days.

It added: 'It is with a heavy heart that we must announce our loving father has passed away today in Switzerland after a short but brave battle with cancer.
Sir Roger is pictured with his children Geoffrey, Deborah and Christian after he was appointed CBE at Buckingham Palace in 2003

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