When formally knighted at Buckingham Palace on 16 November 2000, he was knighted under his real name of Maurice Micklewhite. He will be known professionally as Sir Michael Caine.
Shared a London flat with actor Terence Stamp early in his career.
Co-owns top London restaurant Langan's Brasserie.
Three of his memorable films, Alfie, Get Carter and The Italian Job have all been remade.
