London: Former soccer star David Beckham claims James Bond influenced his new swimwear range. Beckham, 39, who has launched his first collection of swimming trunks for the high street brand, said Sean Connery in the first ever Bond film of 1962 inspired him to create the new line, reported Contactmusic.


David Beckham. Pic/Santa Banta

"Sean Connery in 'Dr No' was definitely on the reference board when we started. Old bond movies were a big reference. I have a great relationship with H&M and we're always looking for something else we can be successful in.