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May 10

'Sherlock Holmes in New York' DVD "Bond on Bond", new book by Moore. From the press release: The Bond movies remain the longest continually running film series in movie history, and 2012 marks its fiftieth anniversary. While there have been many actors that have taken on the coveted role of James Bond, the most renowned 007 – and the one with most panache and charisma – is undoubtedly Sir Roger Moore, KBE. To celebrate the film franchise's wonderful heritage, Roger Moore has written a book that features all the Bond movies, along with a wonderfully witty account of his own involvement in them. From the girls to the villains, from the cars to the cocktails, from the gadgets to the locations, this beautiful book is illustrated with many iconic images from all the films plus many previously unseen shots from the Bond archive. This is the ultimate James Bond book, written by the ultimate James Bond, with all the affection and good humour he brought to the role. The book can be ordered here.

March 4

'Sherlock Holmes in New York' DVD "Sherlock Holmes in New York" finally on DVD. The first official DVD edition of "Sherlock Holmes in New York", a 1976 NBC feature film starring Sir Roger Moore as the famous detective, will be released in Australia on March 21 by Madman. Packed in a beautifully crafted cover artwork it features image gallery and exclusive feature-length audio commentary with Sir Roger Moore recorded the previous year as bonus material. The film is presented in original 4:3 aspect ratio. You can watch trailer for the DVD here. Simultaneously Amazon.de has announced an Ascot Elite Home Entertainment release of "Sherlock Holmes in New York" which, although with a different and far less inspired artwork (trying to cash in on the Robert Downey Jr. films?), is very likely to be a mirror edition of the Madman release although no extra stuff is mentioned. Read more about the German release here.

January 15

Bobble Day poster Moore supports Bobble Day. Sir Roger Moore and Joanna Lumley backed a new campaign to raise funds to help the UK's elderly during the winter. The pair has thrown its support behind charity Age UK’s Bobble Day on February 10, which urged the British public to buy colourful knitted accessories to attach to their winter clothes to raise funds for old folk struggling through the cold season as part of the organisation’s Spread The Warmth drive. Former Bond star Sir Roger, who revealed he was labelled ‘The Big Knit’ by Sir Michael Caine because of his early days as a sweater model, is eager for Brits to purchase the charitable accessories. He said, “This ‘Big Knit’ now supports Age UK’s Bobble Day and I’ll be urging everyone to wear their favourite knitwear on February 10th: you too could look as debonair, suave and sophisticated as me – Bobble-O-Seven! But more importantly, you will also be helping to save lives by supporting Age UK’s Spread the Warmth campaign.” Find out more at Ageuk.org.uk. Source: Marie-France Vienne

January 10

Jack Kelly biography. There's a new biography out about Jack Kelly, Sir Roger Moore's co-star in the "Maverick" series. The book is called "A Maverick Life: A Jack Kelly Story" and was written by Linda J. Alexander. It can be purchased at Bear Manor Media. Jack Kelly (1927-1992), a child performer in the late 1930s, was a major television actor for over three decades. After retiring in mid 1980s he served as a city councilman, and then the two-term mayor, of Huntington Beach, California. Alexander's book features recollections from Kelly's friends and colleagues ingluding Sir Roger Moore.

Jack Kelly tribute website.. If you're a "Maverick" or a Jack Kelly fan, there's a splendid website you might enjoy called The Tall Dark Sranger...Jack Kelly dedicated to the late actor and hosted by La Bartista. It gives a through insight into Kelly's long career. You can find there many interesting (and precious!) memorabillia, like for example contemporary articles and reviews. A useful search engine will help you to track down any information you're looking for. A highly recommended blog, not only to the fans of Jack Kelly, but also for the fans of "Maverick" and Sir Roger Moore. Oh, and if you're a facebook buff you can also check Jack Kelly tribute's profile at: www.facebook.com/groups/FansOfJackKelly.

December 28

Sir Roger Moore in 'For Your Eyes Only' Sir Roger talks to "The Telegraph". "'For Your Eyes Only' was shot in Greece over about four months. We started off in Corfu before moving to the mainland to locations including Kalabaka, in the Thessaly region, where there are monasteries situated on pinnacles. I remember having to do the mountaineering shots wearing those terrible shoes and being absolutely petrified of heights." - Sir Roger Moore reflects on the making of "For Your Eyes Only" in a brief but candid interview for "The Telegraph". This year marks the 30th anniversary of the film. Read more..

December 10

'A Princess for Christmas' "A Princess for Christmas" premieres on TV and DVD. Sir Roger Moore's latest film, "A Princess for Christmas" (previously titled "Christmas at Castlebury Hall"), a beautifully photographed modern day fairy tale, is currently showing worldwide. It premiered as announced on December 3 on Hallmark Channel in USA and its French broadcast date is slated for December 22. In the UK it had already been available on DVD since November 21 under slightly changed title - "A Christmas Princess". The film is a definite treat for Roger Moore fans as it's his first acting role (not counting numerous voice-roles) since "Boat Trip" back in 2002. Sir Roger plays a central character in the film and one you'll surely find very likeable. You can watch trailer and photos from the film at AceShowbiz.com and of course our own gallery here.

November 26

'The Saint on TV' by Ian Dickerson "The Saint on TV" by Ian Dickerson. The adventures of Simon Templar - The Saint - have thrilled TV audiences around the world for almost fifty years. With a new TV film in development the time has come to discover the real story of The Saint on TV. Ian Dickerson follows the Saint's TV adventures; from 1940s Hollywood through American TV's formative years in the 1950s, to the boom years of the ITC programme factory in the 1960s and the development and production of the 1970s series "Return of the Saint". He takes an in-depth look at why the character faltered in the 1980s and goes on to document the various attempts made to revive the character on TV in subsequent decades. Featuring exclusive interviews with the cast and crew on all of the Saint's TV adventures, correspondence from the Saint's creator Leslie Charteris, and including two complete, previously unpublished scripts, this book is the definitive guide to The Saint on TV. The book can be purchased direct from the publisher at HirstPublishing.com (copies signed by the author) or online, f.e. at Amazon or Waterstones.

If you enjoyed watching "The Saint" on TV, you'll enjoy reading this book.
- Sir Roger Moore

November 25

Captain Beaky & His Band. Sir Roger Mooore is to take part in a festive evening at the Royal Albert Hall on December 11. Captain Beaky & His Band is the cover title of two fantastic albums of poetry by Jeremy Lloyd, set to music by Jim Parker and recited by British celebrities. First released in 1977, a generation of children and parents enjoyed the adventures of Timid Toad, Reckless Rat and many more through radio, tv shows and a West End Musical as well as performances by New York City Ballet. The Royal Albert Hall now presents a festive treat with The Wonderful World of Captain Beaky and His Band. Introduced by Sir Roger Moore, UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, the evening features a host of special celebrity guests recounting these magical poems with musical interludes and performances. All profits from this event will be donated to UNICEF UK. Read more.

November 8

Sir Roger Moore as Sherlock Holmes "Sherlock Holmes in New York" DVD premiere. In October Sir Roger Moore recorded a DVD commentary for "Sherlock Holmes in New York", an NBC mystery drama starring Moore as Sherlock Holmes. The film, originally broadcast in October 1976, features Moore in one of his lesser known yet exquisite film roles. It was directed by an acclaimed American TV director, Boris Sagal, and co-stars Patrick Macnee as Doctor Watson, Charlotte Rampling as Irene Adler and John Huston as Moriarty. It is the first time the film will be released on DVD. The forthcoming edition of "Sherlock Holmes in New York" is, however, produced for Australian market, but it will hopefully be available through various internet stores.

November 5

Sir Roger Moore Moore praises Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Sir Roger Moore was in Copenhagen this week and attended a reception with Kate and William and Denmark's Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary after they toured the organisation's emergency supply centre. During the reception Sir Roger has praised the "passionate" Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. "We just discussed what they had seen and what their thoughts were and how glad they were that they came to support this extraordinary appeal", said Moore. "They are both very interested in east Africa, they were engaged in Kenya, it's so close to their hearts", continued the actor, for whom the crisis in east Africa is a specially important issue. "It was just reiterating their passion for this cause and I think it must be a passion otherwise the royals wouldn't just give up a day of their very busy lives and the high demands there are on them for attending all sorts of functions and that's apart from the RAF duties of the duke." Read more at The Daily Mirror.

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