At the heart of this legacy stands the Broccoli family, and in our era that means Barbara Broccoli, the formidable producer who, alongside her half-brother Michael G. Wilson, has been the guardian of 007's adventures since 1995.
Yet, with the shift away from the Broccoli-Wilson legacy, many fans and industry insiders have voiced concerns that the franchise could lose its personal touch, as well as the British sensibilities that made Bond what it is today.
Broccoli’s departure has made shockwaves in the industry after all she knew Bond like the back of her hand - it was arguably in her blood.
She clashed with Hollywood executives over decision to cast Craig, who seemed far from the usual Bond image of a suave, untouchable hero.
Her father's imprint on her career was clear, and she would go on to ensure that Bond's legacy was maintained, even as the world around him changed.