The former 007 star was addressing concerns the franchise would lose its sense of heritage after creative control was taken over by Amazon MGM Studios.
But Pierce, 71, hailed long-standing producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson for passing on the baton. He told the Sunday Telegraph: "It takes great courage for them to let go.
"I thought it was coming for some time I guess, but I think it was the right decision. I hope [Amazon] han...