The Players Foundation will present "A Pipe Night For Sir Roger Moore" on Sunday, November 9th at The Players, 16 Gramercy Park South, New York City.
"For some of us, Roger Moore, will always be the quintessential James Bond. His seven Bond adventures, starting with Live And Let Die in 1972 up to View To A Kill in 1985 gave us an impossibly handsome Bond, who was cunning, cool and unflappable. James Bond was just one of the many characters portrayed by Sir Roger in his long and distinguished career. Other highlights include his Simon Templar, AKA, The Saint, in addition to countless feature film roles."
Sir Roger Moore has been an International Ambassador for UNICEF since 1991 and in recognition of that work was knighted by Queen Elizabeth in 2003. This is an interesting time to catch up with Sir Roger. His autobiography, My Word Is My Bond, has just been published by Harper Collins and charmingly recounts his life story, from his South London childhood (his father was a policeman) during the blitz to his student days at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, to touring the provinces, to film where he co-starred with the likes of ElizaBeth Taylor and Lana Turner (who taught him how to kiss), to television in Ivanhoe, Maverick, The Saint and The Persuaders to the James Bond blockbusters. His friend and neighbor, Audrey Hepburn introduced him to UNICEF and since then he has traveled the world as a passionate spokesman for the organization
One of The Players longest traditions, Pipe Nights are named for the smoking of churchwarden pipes in the evenings. Pipe Nights began in 1905 and continue as testimonials to entertainment professionals to celebrate their contribution to the arts. The November 9th Pipe Night for Sir Roger Moore is the perfect opportunity to get dressed up and spend some quality time with a modest, yet dashing cultural icon.
This black tie evening ($150 per person) begins with cocktails at 6pm, then dinner at 6:45 followed by a program honoring Sir Roger at 8:30. For reservations please call The Players at 212 475 6116.
