#25: Maryam d’Abo

Maryam d’Abo’s journey from aspiring actress to celebrated Bond girl is remarkable. Born in England, she refined her acting craft at the prestigious Drama Centre London while dabbling in modeling.

Her breakthrough came with her role as Kara Milovy in The Living Daylights (1987), where she portrayed a vulnerable yet courageous cellist, making her a standout among Bond girls. Beyond acting, d’Abo contributed to the Bond legacy by co-authoring Bond Girls Are Forever, a book celebrating the women of the franchise.