The evening was filled with surprise and excitement as actor Daniel Craig, who recently completed his fifth and final portrayal of James Bond in No Time to Die, made an unexpected appearance to honor Broccoli and Wilson. He was joined by Michelle Yeoh, who starred alongside Pierce Brosnan in Tomorrow Never Dies, to present the prestigious award. The crowd enjoyed high spirits and laughter, especially as Yeoh joked about the timelessness of cinema icons, declaring that “60 is the new 20, and it’s so cool to be 60 and still hot!”
Broccoli and Wilson’s achievements with the Bond franchise have been nothing short of extraordinary. Under their stewardship, the series has reached new heights, with No Time to Die grossing over $774 million worldwide despite pandemic challenges, and Skyfall becoming the first Bond film to cross the $1 billion mark at the global box office. As steadfast supporters of the theatrical experience, Broccoli and Wilson made headlines by refusing to release No Time to Die on streaming platforms, instead committing to the big screen.
DMS, a dedicated sponsor of WRMPPF, was proud to support the evening’s fundraising efforts, which benefit the Pioneers Assistance Fund. This fund provides vital financial assistance and counseling to film industry professionals facing hardship due to illness, injury, or life-altering events.
