Born in Paris in 1922, he was a British film director renowned for his work on James Bond films. Starting his career in the film industry as an assistant director, he made his directorial debut in 1952 with "The Ringer." He gained fame with "Goldfinger" in 1964, shaping the Bond series' style. He directed three more Bond films: "Diamonds Are Forever," "Live and Let Die," and "The Man with the Golden Gun." His career included diverse genres, but he remains best remembered for his contributions to the Bond franchise.