Sean Connery, for one, is a Scottish actor who is best known for his portrayal of the iconic character James Bond in seven films. He has also starred in many other films such as The Hunt for Red October, The Rock, and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2000 for his services to film drama. His career spans over five decades and he is considered one of the most successful actors of all time.