Princess Anne gives Daniel Craig same honour as his 007 film character

Princess Anne has bestowed James Bond actor Daniel Craig with the honour that matches his on-screen rank as '007' James Bond.

Mr Craig was honoured for his services to film and theatre at an investiture at Windsor Castle.

He was made a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George – the same honour held by Ian Fleming's famous character.

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The Princess Royal, who holds the rank of Admiral, wore a Royal Navy Admiral uniform as she bestowed the actor's honour.

Originally bestowed solely upon those in high positions in the Mediterranean.

According to the Royal family's website, the Order of St Michael and St George "now recognises service in a foreign country, or in relation to foreign and Commonwealth affairs".

The actor starred in the last five Bond films, first appearing in Casino Royale in 2006 and ending his run with No Time To Die in 2021.

While in character as 007, he made a famous appearance alongside the Queen in a sketch to mark the opening of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Reflecting on his time filming with the Queen, Mr Craig told the BBC at the Toronto International Film Festival: "What an incredible thing.

"We will not see the likes of her ever again. To be alive during her reign is something else."

The actor was made an honorary commander in the Royal Navy last year – matching the rank of James Bond.

Honorary officers in the Royal Navy aim to strengthen the Navy's ties with the communities it serves.

The honorary commander has a particular interest in service families, according to the Royal Navy.

The actor said at the time that he was "truly privileged and honoured to be appointed the rank of honorary commander in the senior service".

Then First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said he was "delighted to welcome honorary Commander Daniel Craig to the Royal Navy".

"Our honorary officers act as ambassadors and advocates for the service, sharing their time and expertise to spread the message about what our global, modern, and ready Royal Navy is doing around the world.

"Daniel Craig is well known for being Commander Bond for the last 15 years – a naval officer who keeps Britain safe through missions across the globe.