On May 8, 1963, with the American release of Dr. No, North
American moviegoers get their first look down the barrel
of a gun—at the super-spy James Bond (codename: 007),         
the immortal character created by Ian Fleming in his now-
famous series of novels and portrayed onscreen by the
relatively unknown Scottish actor Sean Connery.

Sean Connery and Ursula Andress.

Joseph Wiseman as Dr. No.

Sir Thomas Sean Connery (25 August 1930 – 31 October 2020)

James Foley (December 28, 1953 – May 6, 2025)

Famed Hollywood director James Foley has passed away after
a battle with brain cancer. Many know James’ work but may
not even realize it. In addition to directing films like Glengarry
Glenn Ross and two films in the Fifty Shades franchise.

James worked with Madonna several times for her iconic music
videos. He directed videos for Papa Don’t Preach, Live to Tell,
and True Blue in the 1980s. James also served as the director
for Madonna’s 1987 feature film Who’s That Girl.
(Hollywood Reporter)

1992

Al Pacino and James Foley.

"Chattanooga Choo Choo" is a 1941 song that was written by
Mack Gordon and composed by Harry Warren. It was originally
recorded as a big band/swing tune by Glenn Miller and His
Orchestra and featured in the 1941 movie Sun Valley Serenade      
and received a gold record, presented by RCA Victor in 1942
(below) for sales of 1.2 million copies.  

(L to R) Paul Douglas, W. Wallace Early and Glenn Miller, February 10, 1942.        
    

Alton Glen "Glenn" Miller (March 1, 1904 – December 15, 1944)

George Orson Welles (May 6, 1915 – October 10, 1985)

Welles was a director, actor, writer, producer, and magician
who is remembered for his innovative work in film, radio,
and theatre. He is among the greatest and most influential
filmmakers of all time.

"May the 4th" is a day for all lovers of Jedi, the Resistance,
the Skywalkers, the Hutts, Boba Fett, Baby Yoda, Gamorrean
guards, Maz Kanata, General Grievous, Rancor Keeper and
Jek Porkins (RIP) to unite and celebrate all there is in the
galaxy far, far away. (Why May 4, you ask? Why, it’s right
there in the date, a play on "May the Force be with you.")
(USA TODAY)