Boyd is no stranger to the spy thriller genre and an admitted Bond enthusiast and Ian Fleming fan.

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His family said the motorsports enthusiast and Manchester City fan was "always the life and soul of the party".

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While no dollar amount for the deal was specified, the World Series MVP and avid gaming enthusiast will be responsible for personal appearances, media tours and fan meet-and-greets.

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