The American-Scottish Foundation ®
IN MEMORIAM
SIR SEAN CONNERY Editor’s Note:
Special Thanks to The American-Scottish Foundation for Sharing
their personal photographs and tribute to Sir Sean Connery.
It is with great sadness that the American Scottish Foundation shares this post today following the passing of Sir Sean Connery who had recently celebrated his 90th birthday in August. In 2001 ASF was honored to present the ASF Wallace Award to Sir Sean for his outstanding contribution to Scotland and International relations on the steps of the Capital. The presentation made by Alan L Bain, was part of the Washington DC 2001 celebration of Tartan Day. ASF Chairman, Kenneth Donnelly was present that day and shares a tribute and memories of one of Scotland’s great icons. “Sir Sean Connery was an inspiration to all Scots around the world. From his days in Edinburgh working odd jobs as a milkman, then bodybuilder to world class actor he inspires us all to take full advantage of all the opportunities in life. “He was fully involved in supporting the idea of Tartan Day in America celebrating Scots contributions to the United States. 4 • HOLLYWOOD WEEKLY
