English actress (born 1934)
Judi Dench reveals the Bond film she found ‘more challenging’ than the rest: Acting legend admitted she found her experience working on the film ‘destabilising’
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Judi Dench Says ‘Cats’ Film Was ‘A Waste’ of ‘Goodwill and Talent’: Judi Dench, who played Old Deuteronomy in Tom Hooper’s “Cats,” has called the universally ...
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Judi Dench says it’s time to ban the word retirement – here’s why I agree: Few may be able to imagine working into their nineties like the much-acclaimed British ...
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Judi Dench at 91: ‘I loathe being called a national treasure’: In a memoir written with her friend Brendan O’Hea, Judi Dench reveals the highs and lows of her ...
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Judi Dench fined when Bond theme played on her mobile: Dame Judi Dench was rehearsing for All’s Well That Ends Well when her phone broke a rule set by Gregory ...
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James Bond legend was told she wouldn't be a film star because her face was 'wrong'
metro.co.uk/2026/10/10/james-bond-legend-told-wouldnt-a-film-star-face-wrong-29697104/
'I couldn't stop shaking' - The East London artist who sculpted the Queen: Ms Frances Segelman couldn't stop 'shaking' as she took measurements of the late Queen ...
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ITV's new crime drama Winter stars Yorkshire actress Annabel Scholey
We spoke to her about her career and what it was like working with Dames Judi Dench ... Show more
The best new books to read in October 2026: Our pick of 14 brilliant new reads, from funny pageturners to gripping nonfiction
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TVLine Sep 27
Quote Of The Day: Judi Dench On Curiosity: Dame Judi Dench shares the importance of being open to learning new things.
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Surrey Live Sep 02
Dame Judi Dench's age as she bats off talks of death in Surrey home documentary: Dame Judi Dench has been a household name for decades and has opened up about ...
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Judi Dench and Sam Heughan name fledgling eagles in conservation project: The golden eagle population in southern Scotland has been restored to more than 50 ...
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Top York private school 'thriving' despite £580,000 deficit: The Mount School in York where Dame Judi Dench attended is “thriving” despite it facing a deficit of ...
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Judi Dench backs New Forest theatre fundraising campaign: New Forest Open Air Theatre has launched a fundraising campaign for a 300-seat woodland amphitheatre it ...
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Dame Judi Dench in conversation for Royal Society of Arts: One of Britain's oldest institutions "marked the beginning of a new era" with a ...
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Love Actually producer Duncan Kenworthy to be honoured with Bafta Fellowship: The 77-year-old will be given the honour at a ceremony in October.
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Your Guide to This Fall’s Most Anticipated Nonfiction Books
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Paid articlePaywall'Into the Breach' Review: Star-Studded Theater Doc Skims the Surface: Anthony Hopkins, Judi Dench, Gary Oldman and Kenneth Branagh are among those sharing ...
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PublishersWeekly.com Sep 06
Is It Too Late to Make a Run for It? by Judi Dench, Brendan O'Hea: For this deliciously conversational autobiography, 91-year-old Academy Award winner Dench ...
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Dame Judi Dench adds Chichester to memoir tour of England: Dame Judi Dench will be taking the stage across England from Tuesday, October 20 for a collection of ...
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Busy Chichester Festival Theatre winter season unveiled: Winter season announced today
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Kenneth Branagh Hosts Judi Dench, Anthony Hopkins, Ian McKellen, Gary Oldman & Helen Mirren In Telluride-Bound Doc ‘Into The Breach’
deadline.com/2026/09/into-the-breach-kenneth-branagh-judi-dench-anthony-hopkins-1237068669/
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15 fall books to cosy up with, including new titles from Barbara Kingsolver, Rebecca Yarros and Dame Judi Dench
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Paid articlePaywall Dame Judi Dench features in York Against Cancer photobook: Yorkshire’s Finest, a decade-long project by photographer David Charles, features portraits of ...
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Traitors Ireland returns, and the other best new shows to watch this week: August 30th-September 4th highlights: including The Traitors Ireland ...
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Dame Judi Dench wants people to be able to ‘live authentically as themselves’: The actress will speak to Sir Ian McKellen on a new episode of Tea With Judi Dench ...
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From Booker-listed Marlon James to a memoir by Michael Douglas – the biggest books this autumn
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Dame Judi Dench on UK TV screens with Sir Ian McKellen: Tea with Judi Dench sees Dame Judi Dench welcome her great friend Sir Ian McKellen to her home for an ...
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OpinionJudi Dench has inspired a new decorating trend – and I oppose it with every fibre of my being
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Antony Cotton: I have worked with actors who were ‘probably alcoholics’: The actor and comedian, 51, has spent decades working in the entertainment industry.
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10 Movies That Were Changed After Their Initial Release: These movies looked drastically different -- after they were already shown in theaters.
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Dame Judi Dench reveals simple trick that helps her sleep: Dame Judi Dench has revealed that playing Classic FM helps her get to sleep every night and it is ...
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Judi Dench admits she once posted dead rat through neighbour’s letterbox: The national treasure shared the ‘terrible story’ on a podcast
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Flat for sale where Judi Dench was rumoured to have lived: A flat is for sale at Westgate Apartments in York - where Dame Judi Dench was rumoured to have bought ...
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Sussex animal charity Raystede confirms aviary closure: Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare in Ringer, East Sussex, has confirmed it will close its aviary - ...
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EXCLUSIVE: The lineup for the 2026 edition of HollyShorts features a host of big names in front of and behind the camera including Renée Zellweger ... Show more
Jack Thorne, India Amarteifio, Judi Dench Join Youth Theatre Show: Jack Thorne, India Amarteifio and Judi Dench join National Youth Theatre's Netflix-backed ...
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Tea with Judi Dench: Sir Ian McKellen to joing York-born Dame Judi for candid conversation in Sky Arts show
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Dame Judi Dench now patron of Leinster Regiment Association: Dame Judi Dench has become honorary patron of The Prince of Wales’s Leinster Regiment (Royal ...
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Chef Julie Lin on Tacos Lah, career twists and cooking for Judi Dench: Julie Lin is a Malaysian‑Scottish chef, restaurateur and TV presenter who recently ...
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Yorkshire Live Jul 04
From Sean Bean to Judi Dench - the Yorkshire stars who rule Hollywood: Yorkshire has always had a big presence in the film and TV industry
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Judi Dench backs Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare petition: A petition is calling on Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare in Ringmer, East Sussex ...
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In a magnificent book, Judi Dench talks about Shakespeare, theater - | and life: The English actress Judi (Bond's "M") Dench in conversation with Brendan ...
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Dame Judi Dench has West End theatre named in her honour: A West End theatre is to be renamed after acclaimed York-born actress Dame Judi Dench.
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West End theatre to be renamed after Dame Judi Dench: The Shaftesbury theatre will be known as the Judi Dench theatre from February 2027
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West End Theatre to be renamed Dame Judi Dench Theatre: The Shaftsbury theatre has announced is set to change its name to honour a York born actress.
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Den of Geek Jun 18
David Spade and Conan O’Brien Remember the Funniest Part About Norm Macdonald’s Funeral
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OpinionDear American gays, you’re welcome in London — but please shush it down a bit: American gym gays: stop telling us you love foreskins and try to be more Judi ...
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Chelsea Flower Show 2026: see all of the best royal and celebrity moments: From King Charles III to David Beckham, these are the famous faces at the annual ...
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Dame Judi Dench intervenes as Tottenham’s plans to transform abandoned golf course into new training ground hit rocks
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Spurs face battle over new training facility as council leader vows to stop plans
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Chelsea Flower Show 2026: see all of the best royal and celebrity moments: From King Charles III to David Beckham, these are the famous faces at the annual ...
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Tickets sold out for Dame Judi Dench's return to York: Tickets have sold out for Dame Judi Dench's return to York – a show which will lift the curtain on her ...
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Sobell House: Judi Dench wishes hospice happy birthday: Dame Judi Dench wishes Oxford hospice happy birthday after it cared or her close friend many years ago.
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Swindon is not enough – every new housing estate deserves a Dench Close: Bond Place and Desmond Crescent have been named in honour of the 007 franchise after ...
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Michael Pennington obituary: acclaimed actor: Distinguished Shakespearean actor lauded for his portrayal of Hamlet and fondly nicknamed ‘Mr Plum’ by his friend ...
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Chelsea Flower Show in London - | Beckham rose in full bloom: King Charles visits garden show in advance
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Manila Bulletin Lifestyle : IN HIS HONOR, WE SHALL DOUBLE OUR EFFORTS 😢
Michael Pennington, the actor who played Moff Jerjerrod in "Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi ... Show more
Leonardo DiCaprio and David Beckham lead David Attenborough birthday tributes: The beloved naturalist has been inundated with birthday messages ...
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A statue of Queen Victoria, memorial trees and a swimming pool: Judi Dench’s garden – in eight poignant items
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Councillors have rejected a plan to expand a water bottling plant into a community wood following a campaign involving Dame Judi Dench ... Show more
Harrogate Spring Water: Plan for bottling plant on Yorkshire woodland rejected after Dame Judi Dench intervenes
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The Sentinel Apr 21
Meet 'terrible' artist making thousands as side hustle goes viral: Jamie can charge hundreds for his paintings
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Harrogate Spring Water expansion into woodland rejected: Councillors have rejected controversial plans - opposed by York acting legend Dame Judi Dench - to ...
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Great stereo, poor secretary: Spending 48 hours with Meta’s AI sunglasses: Explore the pros and cons of Meta's Gen 2 AI glasses, featuring immersive audio ...
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Judi Dench's touching tributes after loved ones die: Judi has paid tribute to the likes of Maggie Smith, Donald Sinden and John Stride
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Yorkshire Live Apr 18
'Leave our woods alone' Dame Judi Dench and Joanna Lumley help block woodland factory plan in Yorkshire
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Meet Cheshire dad whose 'diabolical' paintings earn him thousands: 'My kids say the paintings are terrible'
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TV impressionist Alistair McGowan on mum's death, Huw Edwards rare Judi Dench expletive
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Journalist and broadcaster Dame Jenni Murray dies: Dame Jenni hosted the BBC's Woman's Hour for more than 30 years, stepping down in 2020 ...
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I wore Meta’s smartglasses for a month – and it left me feeling like a creep: Content creators love the built-in camera; sceptics call them ‘pervert glasses’ ...
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Make Your Day Mar 26
Judi Dench's surprise for North Yorkshire care home residents: Residents at a North Yorkshire care home have been surprised and delighted by a heartfelt gift ...
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