Dr. Evil to increase the profit of such companies. However he was impressed that Number 2's Hollywood Talent Agency was able to recruit celebrities such as George Clooney, Julia Roberts and Leonardo DiCaprio. Just as Austin Powers lampoons James Bond, Dr. Evil parodies several James Bond villains. The first is Ernst Stavro Blofeld, as portrayed by Donald Pleasence in the film "You Only Live Twice". Blofeld has a white Persian cat, parodied by Dr. Evil's Mr. Bigglesworth. Dr. Evil also wears clothing with a strong resemblance to Julius No, played by Joseph Wiseman, from the film "Dr. No", specifically gray Nehru Jacket
Dr. Evil their resources towards investing in Starbucks). Evil, however, refuses to heed Number 2's advice and often makes Number 2 suffer for his insolence, claiming that his strategies in bringing in legitimately-obtained income are insulting to the ideals of an evil empire. In the first film, Number 2 tries to make a deal with Austin, causing Dr. Evil to try sending him into flames. However, he returns in the next film. He helps Dr. Evil adjust to the new era, such as explaining financial differences. Number 2 is a parody of Emilio Largo from the James Bond film Thunderball, second in