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Judi Dench

Judi Dench
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About

Dame Judi Dench (born 9 December 1934) is one of Britain's most celebrated actresses, known for her work on stage, in film and on television. She began her professional career in 1957 with the Old Vic Company, playing Ophelia in Hamlet, and went on to become one of the leading Shakespearean actresses of her generation. She achieved global fame as M in the James Bond films and won an Academy Award for playing Elizabeth I in Shakespeare in Love, alongside a record eight Laurence Olivier Awards for her stage work.

Born:
9 December 1934 (91 years)
Place of birth:
York, North Yorkshire, England
1
Academy Award won (Oscar)
8
Oscar nominations in total
7
Laurence Olivier Award wins (most of all actors)
91
age in years (2025)

What's new

  • 2026-06

    The London theatre Shaftesbury Theatre announced that from February 2027 it will be renamed Judi Dench Theatre in honour of her contribution to British theatre.

  • 2025-12

    On the occasion of her 91st birthday, she stated that due to macular degeneration she now sees people's faces only as if in a haze.

  • 2025-11

    In an interview with ITV News alongside Ian McKellen, she admitted that due to advanced macular degeneration she no longer recognises anyone by their face.

  • 2026-01

    In January 2026, she appeared alongside Kate Winslet and other stars at the premiere of a documentary about King Charles III at Windsor Castle.

  • 2026-08

    In August 2026, Sky Arts broadcast an episode of the programme Tea with Judi Dench, in which the actress discussed her career and stage fright with Ian McKellen.

Tracks

Shakespeare in Love (1998)role of Elizabeth I, Oscar for supporting role
Skyfall / James Bond sérierole of M in eight Bond films from Goldeneye to Spectre
Mrs Brown (1997)role of Queen Victoria, first major leading film role
Philomena (2013)Oscar nomination for leading role
Belfast (2021)last Oscar nomination

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