Judi Dench's Magical Moments Beyond The Stage You Didn't Know About
Judi Dench has on several occasions made her fans skip a heartbeat. Doing just the same on Friday night, the legendary Judi Dench left the audience of The Graham Norton Show in stunned silence when she spontaneously recited Shakespeare's Sonnet 29.
Norton described the moment as “spellbinding,” and viewers couldn’t agree more, with one fan noting, “You could hear a pin drop.” At 88 years old, Dench continues to captivate audiences and exhibit her exceptional talents, both on and off the stage.
Dench’s illustrious career includes one Oscar, one Tony, two Golden Globes, four TV Baftas, six film Baftas, and seven Olivier awards. She has been hailed as “the best thing about Britain alongside fish and chips.” However, it’s her non-thespian moments that also endear her to the public.
One of her most remarkable off-stage moments was getting her first tattoo at the age of 81.
Her daughter Finty gifted her a wrist tattoo that read “Carpe Diem,” a Latin phrase meaning “seize the day.” Dench revealed that her ink was inspired by an irrational fear of boredom, proclaiming, “That’s what we should live by.”
In 2017, Dench showcased her versatility by rapping alongside grime artist Lethal Bizzle in a viral video. The two collaborated on a rendition of “Pow,” with Dench adapting the lyrics to her unique style.
Her enthusiasm and humor won over fans as she explored items from Lethal Bizzle’s clothing line, playfully asking, “Oh, I say! Look at this – can I wear it? This is an excellent size.”
Despite her immense talent and fame, Judi Dench is known for being down-to-earth and close to her family. During the lockdown in 2020, she shared heartwarming and amusing videos with her grandson Sam on social media, providing a light-hearted
