WATCH: Fans react to Roger Moore's death

As news of Roger Moore's death spreads social media has been flooded with an outpouring of tributes.

The veteran actor who is best known for playing James Bond in seven of the Bond movies died after a "short" battle with cancer.

The actor's family confirmed the news on social media.

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"With the heaviest of hearts, we must share the awful news that our father, Sir Roger Moore, passed away today. We are all devastated," read part of the statement.

With the heaviest of hearts, we must share the awful news that our father, Sir Roger Moore, passed away today. We are all devastated. pic.twitter.com/6dhiA6dnVg

— Sir Roger Moore (@sirrogermoore) May 23, 2017