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Sean Connery helps launch friend's book 

9th October, 2003

Sean Connery has helped his old friend Eric Sykes launch his new book, Comedy Heroes.

Sykes, who appeared in The Others with Nicole Kidman, had telephoned the actor to ask him to get involved in the launch for the book.

Eric Sykes shares a joke with Sean Connery during the book launch /PA

The comedian's work is a tribute to celebrities who have entertained him over the years.

In it, Sykes compiles his own comedy hall of fame, including Tommy Cooper, Spike Milligan and Frankie Howerd.