Judi Dench Opens Up About Life with Macular Degeneration: 'A Crusher for Me'
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Legendary actress Judi Dench, known for her iconic roles in James Bond and Shakespeare in Love, has shared her struggles with macular degeneration, a condition that has significantly impacted her daily life. At 91, the Oscar-winning star has been living with the degenerative eye condition for over a decade, which has forced her to retire from acting. As she marked her 91st birthday, Dench revealed that she can no longer see faces clearly, even at close range, describing the condition as 'a crusher.' Despite this, she still enjoys listening to her favorite TV shows, but her vision loss has made everyday tasks increasingly challenging. The acclaimed actress, who has been nominated seven times for an Academy Award, expressed concerns about cognitive decline, saying she can recall entire plays by Shakespeare but struggles to remember her daily schedule. When asked about her thoughts on Hollywood colleague Kevin Spacey, Dench stood by her friend, who is currently facing a civil lawsuit over sexual assault allegations. Regarding disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, Dench chose to focus on personal forgiveness, saying she 'imagines he's done his time.' The actress has previously spoken out against Weinstein's predatory behavior, but her comments on Tuesday suggest a more nuanced approach to forgiveness.
