James Bond star dead: Emilio Echevarria from Die Another Day dies, aged 80

James Bond star Emilio Echevarria has died aged 80

James Bond actor Emilio Echevarría has died aged 80.

The Mexican star, best known for his role in Die Another Day, passed away in Mexico City on Saturday. The heartbreaking news was announced by The Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences on Monday. The AMACC released a statement saying: "The AMACC regrets the sensitive death of actor Emilio Echevarría, who forged an enormous career in film and theatre.

"He received three Ariel nominations for his participation as a side actor." The cause of death has yet to be confirmed. Emilio was born in Mexico City on 3 July 1944. He began his acting career in 1978 as a member of the Constitution of Art and Society. The actor appeared in the likes of Amores Perros and Y tu mamá también, which also co-starred Gael García Bernal.

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