Dame Judi Dench has revealed that her age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diagnosed in 2012, has severely impacted her vision, leaving her unable to perform on stage, act in films, or read. The Oscar-winning actress, aged 91, spoke to BBC Radio 4's Today programme about the challenges her condition presents, including difficulty recognising faces and awkward social encounters.
Despite these difficulties, Dame Judi has maintained public appearances and continues to value radio as a medium. Her extensive career spans over seven decades, with notable roles including Queen Elizabeth I in Shakespeare in Love and 'M' in the James Bond series. She discussed her memoir, Is It Too Late to Make a Run for It?, co-written with Brendan O'Hea, and reflected on memorable experiences such as meeting Sidney Poitier and her lifelong admiration for Shakespeare.
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