Judi Dench says she can no longer do plays, films or read
In a BBC interview, the 90-year-old actor said failing eyesight and memory mean she can no longer take on stage or screen roles, or read scripts and books. The remark effectively signals the end of a seven-decade career for one of Britain's most celebrated performers, and drew wide tributes from the industry.
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