Celebrities took to social media to share their heartbreak and condolences following the death of Sir Roger Moore

FILE - British actor Roger Moore, playing the title role of secret service agent 007, James Bond, is shown on location in England in 1972. Moore, played Bond in seven films, more than any other actor. Roger Moore's family said Tuesday May 23, 2017 that the former James Bond star has died after a short battle with cancer (AP Photo, File)

Hollywood is mourning the loss of the great Sir Roger Moore.

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On Tuesday, news of Moore’s sudden death made headlines after his children issued a statement explaining that Moore died after a “short but brave battle with cancer.” He was 89 years old.

Moore began his acting career as an extra alongside Stewart Granger in the film “Caesar and Cleopatra” at the age of 17. He studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in the United Kingdom and later went on to play James Bond in several of the Bond franchise films, including “Diamonds Are Forever” (1971) and “Live and Let Die” (1973).

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Following news of his death, his fellow celebrities took to social media to mourn the actor.

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His is survived by his wife, Kristina, and three children, Deborah Moore, Geoffrey Moore and Christian Moore.

A private funeral will be held in Monaco, per his wishes.

(H/T PEOPLE)

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