Pierce Brosnan Caught With 10-Inch Hunting Knife At Airport Security -- See Photos Of His TSA Inspection

Aug. 6 2015, Published 10:12 a.m. ET
Pierce Brosnan was caught carrying a 10-inch hunting knife in Vermont’s Burlington airport. See his awkward encounter with security officers!

EXCLUSIVE: INF – Pierce Brosnan Searched by TSA After Finding a Knife at Airport

Channeling his inner 007 again?
EXCLUSIVE: INF – Pierce Brosnan Searched by TSA After Finding a Knife at Airport

Pierce Brosnan was caught red-handed, carrying a 10-inch hunting knife at Burlington Airport, Vermont on Sunday.
EXCLUSIVE: INF – Pierce Brosnan Searched by TSA After Finding a Knife at Airport

The 62-year-old was traveling with youngest son Paris, whom he had with wife Keely Shaye Smith, when he was stopped by security.
EXCLUSIVE: INF – Pierce Brosnan Searched by TSA After Finding a Knife at Airport

Brosnan seemed shocked as security confiscated his knife.
EXCLUSIVE: INF – Pierce Brosnan Searched by TSA After Finding a Knife at Airport

Since 9/11, all United States airports strictly prohibit any weaponry while flying.
EXCLUSIVE: INF – Pierce Brosnan Searched by TSA After Finding a Knife at Airport

Eventually, security let him go.
EXCLUSIVE: INF – Pierce Brosnan Searched by TSA After Finding a Knife at Airport


Brosnan went on to enjoy a lunch date with his son.
EXCLUSIVE: INF – Pierce Brosnan Searched by TSA After Finding a Knife at Airport

That was a close one, Mr. Bond! A spokesperson for Brosnan did not immediately respond to a request for comment.