It looks like you're new here. If you want to get involved, click one of these buttons!
^ Back to Top
The MI6 Community is unofficial and in no way associated or linked with EON Productions, MGM, Sony Pictures, Activision or Ian Fleming Publications. Any views expressed on this website are of the individual members and do not necessarily reflect those of the Community owners. Any video or images displayed in topics on MI6 Community are embedded by users from third party sites and as such MI6 Community and its owners take no responsibility for this material.
James Bond News • James Bond Articles • James Bond Magazine
Comments
RIIP
And maybe I am just not looking in the right place, but I want to say what the heck is wrong with CNN? I cannot find a mention of Richard Kiel on their website just now. Surely I am overlooking it, but ... I mean, if they don't have something about him, I will be pretty angry. If someone finds his passing mentioned, please let me know.
http://www.empireonline.com/news/story.asp?NID=42132
This is a really nice piece. Glad I work for the right paper :-)
I am totally distraught to learn of my dear friend Richard Kiel's passing. We were on a radio programme together just a week ago. Distraught
Following it up later with:
Can't take it in
Here's more thoughts from Roger:
Richard Kiel Sounded "Very Weak” When We Last Spoke
"He was talking from Fresno, and we were in a studio in London – Barbara Broccoli, Michael Wilson, and John Glen the director,” Moore told Yahoo this morning.
“[Richard] sounded very, very weak. We were told that the line was bad from Fresno and that he would sound a bit strange.
"But he’d had a hell of a job getting into the studio and getting out of his car. What we didn’t know was that he’d had surgery that week, that he’d broken his leg. He’d fallen and that weight and height that he was, falling was a very serious thing.”
Moore said he was “a big man with an even bigger heart”.
https://uk.yahoo.com/movies/roger-moore-richard-kiel-sounded-very-weak-when-we-97211452086.html
Unfortunately there probably won't be a mention on CNN, Fox News, etc. with Obama declaring military action on ISIS and the 9/11 anniversary.
But we are rightfully honoring and remembering him.
RIP.. :D < > :(
Like him or not, Jaws won't ever be forgotten.
He'll always be remember as the most recognizable Bond henchman.
My sincere condolances to his family and friends.
RIP Richard. He seemed like a really nice guy and thanks to his amazing performance, Jaws was not only one of the best Bond villains but one of the most iconic film characters ever.
Moderator: Profanity removed. Again
Really gutted about this news. My favourite henchman bar none. I just wish I'd had the chance to meet him. By all accounts, as others has said, he sounded like a true gent. The thing that consoles me about his passing is that he was a Christian. My thoughts and condolences to Richard's friends and family.
I still remember my mum sitting me down in front of the telly as a 5 or 6 year old and saying 'you'll like this'. My first glimpse into the universe of James Bond unfolded and after being blown away by the Union Jack ski jump I still remember the visceral shiver of fear when Jaws grinned in the scene with Sandor and Stromberg and from there on I was hooked for life.
Then a year or two later when Jaws poked his head out of the plane door in MR on ITV on Christmas Day circa 1983 my brand new Ewok village and Scout Walker toys from Santa were forgotten for 2 hours as I was once more transported into that thrilling, larger than life universe.
And who in this country can forget the shredded wheat advert?
I'm so glad now that I made the trek to HMV Oxford St in 2012 for Richard to sign my new BluRay 50th box set. Once again when faced with this gentle giant I became that awestruck little boy again. The older and more cynical you get the harder it is to stay in touch with those carefree days of being a child.
For children of the 70's and early 80's like me Richard Kiel was our Rosebud.
RIP Richard.
There is a mention on CNN now. They were just late. They have an entertainment section. I'm not happy with them for lagging. But at least it is there now.
I'm glad so many kind things are being said about Richard. Thanks to those posting articles. I appreciate it.
Some great images.
RIP Mr. Larson
He was a true gentleman and always had time for a chat. Very sad day indeed and my heartwarmth thoughts and prayers go out to his family! RIP Richard.
Last Word 12/09/2014.