Sean Connery, by birth, is a Scottish actor and producer who is best known for his portrayal of the iconic character James Bond. He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1930 and began his acting career in the 1950s. He won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Untouchables in 1988. He has also been knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to film drama. His nickname is 'Big Tam' and he is often referred to as 'the greatest James Bond'.