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- Birth name: Judith Olivia Dench
- Born: December 9, 1934
- Birthplace: North Yorkshire, England
- Brother Jeffrey Dench is an actor
- Featured as a wax figure a Madame TussaudsMadame Tussauds : Judi Dench Wax Figure
- Notable role: "M" in the James Bond films
- Was married to Michael Williams who died in 2001 from lung cancer
- Child: Tara Cressida Williams
- 2006: Became president of Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London
- President of the Questors Theatre
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Celebrated British actress Dame Judi Dench has played James Bond's boss, "M" since 1995. Dench continues her role in the 2008 film, Quantum of Solace, which stars Daniel Craig as 007.Daily Mail: Dame Judi Dench Flaunts Crystal 007 Tattoo (October 30, 2008)
Dench suffered an ankle injury on March 19, 2009, after falling while she was leaving the London theater where she is performing in the play Madame De Sade. Her rep reports that she intends to return to performing next week.PerezHilton: Another Hollywood Star Injured! (March 20, 2009)
Career
Dench began her career on the stage in 1957 with the prestigious Old Vic Company, and in 1961 joined the Royal Shakespeare Company. Her film debut was The Third Secret, in 1964. Subsequent film credits include Mrs. Brown, Chocolat and Shakespeare in Love.Honors and Awards
- 1988: Honored as Dame Commander of the British Empire, which carries a rank of knighthood
- Nine BAFTA
- Six Laurence Oliver awardsMadame Tussauds : Judi Dench Wax Figure
- Two Screen Actors Guild awardsMadame Tussauds : Judi Dench Wax Figure
- Two Golden GlobesMadame Tussauds : Judi Dench Wax Figure
- One Academy AwardMadame Tussauds : Judi Dench Wax Figure
- One TonyMadame Tussauds : Judi Dench Wax Figure
Dench as "M"
One of Dench's more visible modern roles has been "M," James Bond's superior, in the popular series of spy films. Dench first appeared as M in the 1995 Bond film Goldeneye, opposite Pierce Brosnan as the infamous secret agent. Dench is the first female to portray the shadowy MI6 officer. The role was originally played by Bernard Lee in the first 11 Bond films; he was replaced in 1983's Octopussy' by Robert Brown.-
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Judi Dench Questions
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What are the five Mount Judis in the land of Kurdistan? 1 AnswerThe only one identified among the five Mt. Judis of Kurdistan is Mt. Ararat. -quote- "By the beginning of the 21st century, two main candidates for exploration ... read more -
Does Jumanji mean anything? 2 AnswersJumanji means "once you start the game, you cannot stop until someone wins" read more -
How do you read a Judy Blume book online in full text? 1 AnswerWow, I've looked everywhere I know of for an online version of this! Not on eBooks, not on Kindle, no hidden pdf files. You just may have to take the trek to ... read more -
What famous person did Judy Blume know when she was younger? 2 AnswersReally sorry this question is so old. It is a really good question unfortunately I have been searching, and I think I have read every interview or bio of hers a... read more
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Judi Dench on Amazon
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Judi Dench: With a Crack in Her Voice - $18.60
Whether it is her sunny temperament, her gift of laughter, her wide-ranging abilities, or all three, Judi Dench is without doubt a star. Shortlisted for a 1998 Oscar for her perfor...Amazon
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Cabaret (1999 Studio Cast) (First Complete Recording) - $38.98
Astonishingly enough, the soundtrack to this classic 1972 musical is available only on cassette from MCA in the U.S. The film garnished two Oscars that year: Liza Minnelli got best...Amazon
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Judi Dench Scenes from My Life - $24.95
This marvelous collection of images, many of which are drawn from Judi Dench’s personal photo albums, offer the actress’s many fans a rare insight into her life. John Miller, ...Amazon
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A Fine Romance - The Complete Collection - $79.99
From the vaults of British television comes a comedy gem starring two consummate actors who were also a couple in real life: Dame Judi Dench (Iris, Shakespeare in Love) and her hus...Amazon
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Judi Dench Timeline
- Note: The majority of the links in this timeline are to IMDb, which has pop-ups.
- December 9, 1934: Born
- 1995: GoldenEye
- 1996: Hamlet
- 1997: Mrs Brown
- 1997: Tomorrow Never Dies
- 1998: Shakespeare in Love
- 1999: The World Is Not Enough
- 2000: Chocolat
- 2002: Die Another Day
- 1992-2005: "As Time Goes By"
- 2006: Casino Royale
- 2006: Notes on a Scandal




