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OSCAR-winning actress Judi Dench is to be presented with the Irish Academy Lifetime Achievement award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the world of film and television.
The Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA), which celebrates 20 years this year, will present Dame Judi Dench with her award on July 6.
This special Irish Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recognises Dame Judi's body of work and her remarkable achievements.
From Shakespearean stage roles to iconic film performances, Dame Judi Dench is one of the world’s most versatile and respected actors, with an illustrious career that spans over six decades.
Beloved by her peers and public alike, her performances have earned her awards and accolades across the globe.
Dame Judi Dench expressed how honoured she feels to be acknowledged here in Ireland for her body of work.
"It's especially wonderful for me to receive this Lifetime Achievement Award from the Irish Film and Television Academy, as my family are from Ireland and it gives me a wonderful excuse to return to Dublin."
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