Washington DC, Nov. 19 -- Veteran actor Dick Van Dyke shared that he "almost" became James Bond, and still regrets turning down the chance to play 007, according to People.

The 99-year-old actor, whose award-winning career has spanned decades and continues to go strong today, spoke to Al Roker for a special interview.

When Roker asked, "Is it true you could have almost become James Bond?" Van Dyke responded, "I almost did," adding that he was approached to play the iconic spy upon Sean Connery's departure.

"Producer Albert Broccoli came to me and said, 'Would you like to be Bond?' And I said, 'Have you heard my British accent?' Click!" said Van Dyke.

He noted that he would have taken the role. Still, he ultimately felt it would have b...