#24: Judi Dench (Age 91)
Dame Judi Dench is a British national treasure whose stage roots led to her Oscar-winning role as Queen Elizabeth I in Shakespeare in Love (1998). She became a global icon as M in eight James Bond films and delivered acclaimed performances in Iris (2001) and Philomena (2013).
Now 91 in 2026, Dame Judi continues to grace screens and stages with warmth and quiet strength. Despite vision challenges, she remains one of acting’s most respected and beloved figures.
