Judi Dench's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Judi Dench. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Dame Judi Dench is a highly acclaimed retired English actress celebrated for her extensive and versatile career spanning seven decades in both stage and screen productions. Recognized as one of Britain's foremost actresses, she has received numerous prestigious awards, including an Academy Award, a Tony Award, multiple Golden Globe Awards, British Academy Television Awards, British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs), and Olivier Awards, solidifying her status as a theatrical and cinematic icon.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1970: Appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)

In the 1970 Birthday Honours, Judi Dench was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).

1988: Appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE)

In the 1988 New Year Honours, Judi Dench was appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE).

1998: Won Academy Award for Shakespeare in Love

In 1998, Judi Dench won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Queen Elizabeth I in the movie Shakespeare in Love.

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1999: Tony Award win, 'Tea with Mussolini' release, and 'The World Is Not Enough' release

In 1999, Judi Dench won the Tony Award for her Broadway performance in 'Amy's View'. She also co-starred in 'Tea with Mussolini' and appeared in the Bond film 'The World Is Not Enough', in which her character, M, played a larger role.

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2005: Release of 'Pride & Prejudice'

In 2005, Judi Dench appeared in 'Pride & Prejudice' as Lady Catherine de Bourgh, after being persuaded to take the role by Joe Wright. The film was both a critical and commercial success.

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2005: Appointed Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour (CH)

In the 2005 Birthday Honours, Judi Dench was appointed Member of the Order of the Companions of Honour (CH).

July 2010: Awarded honorary degree by Nottingham Trent University

On July 22, 2010, Judi Dench received an honorary Doctor of Letters (DLitt) degree from Nottingham Trent University.

2013: Underwent knee surgery

In 2013, Judi Dench underwent knee surgery and recovered successfully.

2016: Best Actress Nomination at the International Emmy Awards

In 2016, Judi Dench earned her first Best Actress nomination at the International Emmy Awards for her performance in Esio Trot.

2016: Olivier Award and roles in The Hollow Crown and Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

In 2016, Judi Dench won an Olivier Award for her role in The Winter's Tale, co-starred in The Hollow Crown, and appeared in Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.

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2017: Releases of Tulip Fever and Victoria & Abdul

In 2017, Judi Dench starred in Justin Chadwick's Tulip Fever and Stephen Frears's Victoria & Abdul. She also received a Golden Globe nomination for Victoria & Abdul.

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