Judi Dench, 91, says she can no longer see to act or read
Veteran actress Judi Dench has announced that her age-related macular degeneration has progressed to the point where she can no longer act, read, or recognize faces. The 91-year-old star shared her struggles with the condition during a recent radio interview.
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The story highlights the personal challenges faced by aging public figures and raises awareness about the impact of macular degeneration.
Veteran actress Judi Dench has revealed that her deteriorating eyesight has left her unable to act on stage, make films or even read. The 91-year-old Oscar winner opened up about the impact of age-related macular degeneration during an appearance on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme on Thursday, admitting that her condition has significantly affected her daily life.“I can’t be on stage. I can’t do a play any more. I can’t do a film any more. I can’t read any more,” Dench said, offering a candid account of how her eyesight has deteriorated over the years.Judi Dench says she can no longer recognise facesDuring the conversation with host Emma Barnett, Dench revealed that she could not see the presenter’s face at all.
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