Pierce Brosnan is one of the world's most varied, adventurous and skilled dramatic actors. Putting his own stamp onto the role of ?007,' he has reinvigorated the popularity of the James Bond legacy with the superhits Goldeneye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough and Die Another Day. The Irish-born actor is also one of theleading activists for environmental protections and other social and medical causes, which have brought him OBE recognition from the Queen Of England, honorary doctorates and similar distinctions.

Six years ago he launched his own production company, Irish DreamTime, to expand his range of work. The company's first studio project, The Thomas Crown Affair, starring Brosnan and Rene Russo, became both a critical and box office success. His second venture, Evelyn, directed by Bruce Beresford, opened to acclaim at the Toronto and Chicago film festivals, and earned Movieguide awards for Most Inspirational Film and Best Actor. The next movie, Laws Of Attraction, starring Brosnan and Julianne Moore, was released earlier this year. The company's next film is the dark comedy, he Matador, which also stars Brosnan.

Brosnan's other feature film credits include The Tailor Of Panama, Grey Owl, Dante's Peak, Mars Attacks!, The Mirror Has Two Faces, Love Affair, Mrs. Doubtfire, Mister Johnson and The Fourth Protocol.

When cast as the lead character on the television series Remington Steele, the show became an international hit and made Brosnan a household name to millions around the world.