LOS ANGELES (AP) – Reaction to the death of Roger Moore, who died Tuesday at age 89:
– “The world has lost one of its great champions for children – and the entire UNICEF family has lost a great friend. In his most famous roles as an actor, Sir Roger was the epitome of cool sophistication; but in his work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, he was a passionate – and highly persuasive – advocate for children. He once said that it was up to all of us to give children a more peaceful future. Together with Lady Kristina, he worked very hard to do so.” – UNICEF executive director Anthony Lake in a statement.
– “Oh no. As if today wasn’t already sad enough. RIP Sir Roger Moore, 89. A wonderful actor & lovely man.” – Piers Morgan on Twitter.
– “Tony & Sir Roger Moore were funny in The Persuaders. Already so sad this day. Children. Innocents. Hands held out 2 those affected. #allies” – Jamie Lee Curtis on Twitter.
– “R.I.P Sir Roger Moore. He was the king of cool.” – Boy George on Twitter.