Brosnan signs modelling contract

Pierce Brosnan has signed up to appear in an advertising campaign for fashion house Aquascutum.

The actor will appear in a series of print ads alongside German-born beauty Julia Stegner.

An Aquascutum spokesperson says: "For the autumn/winter 2006-7 campaign Aquascutum is inspired by tradition and ritual, chivalry and glamour, the power of the city of London an the lifestyle of success.

"Shot by photographer Mario Sorenti and styled by Andrew Richardson, the campaign explores a sensual and modern phenomenon, 'The Power Couple', and their lifestyle.

"Power is a potent aphrodisiac and the campaign plays with this compelling dynamic casting Pierce and Julia as the ultimate power couple."

Previous Aquascutum male models include Adrien Brody and Jim Cavaziel.