Dame Judi Dench: 'I can't do a play, a film or read any more'

• Dame Judi Dench has spoken about the impact of her failing eyesight on her career, saying she can no longer act on stage or screen. • The 91-year-old was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration in 2012, a condition that has made it incredibly difficult even to recognise faces. • Speaking to Emma Barnett on BBC Radio 4's Today programme, she said: '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.' She also described awkward encounters where she approaches the wrong people and almost hugs them before realising her mistake.