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Judi Dench - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 09, 1934 |
|---|---|
| Age | 91 |
| Birthplace | York, England, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Judi Dench's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning actress known for diverse roles in Shakespearean theater, the James Bond film series (as 'M'), and acclaimed films such as 'Shakespeare in Love' and 'Philomena'. |
Intro
Judi Dench is a renowned English actress acclaimed for her distinguished stage and screen career, particularly in Shakespearean theater and in major film franchises.
Early Life & Background
Judi Dench was born on December 9, 1934, in York, England, to Eleanora Olive and Reginald Arthur Dench. Raised in a Quaker family, she attended The Mount School, a Quaker independent secondary school for girls in York, before training as an actress at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Shakespeare in Love' (1998).
- Portrayed 'M' in the James Bond film series from 'GoldenEye' (1995) through 'Skyfall' (2012).
- Received numerous Laurence Olivier Awards for her work in London theater.
- Awarded Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 1988 for services to drama.
- Starred in critically acclaimed films including 'Mrs. Brown' (1997), 'Chocolat' (2000), 'Iris' (2001), 'Notes on a Scandal' (2006), and 'Philomena' (2013).
Trivia
- Judi Dench is one of the few actors to win an Oscar for a role that lasted less than 10 minutes on screen ('Shakespeare in Love').
- She has won 7 Laurence Olivier Awards, more than any other performer.
- She is known for her love of gardening and wildlife.
- Dench is legally blind due to age-related macular degeneration but continues to work in film and theater.
FAQs
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How old is Judi Dench?
Judi Dench is 91 years old.
When was Judi Dench born?
Judi Dench was born the 9 December 1934.
Where is Judi Dench from?
York, England, United Kingdom.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 9th, 1934, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 9th, 1934 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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