Book excerpt: “Is It Too Late to Make a Run For It?” by Judi Dench with Brendan O’Hea

Updated on: November 6, 2026 / 10:37 AM EST / CBS News

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Celebrated actress Dame Judi Dench has also written several books, including "And Furthermore," "Behind the Scenes," "Scenes From My Life," and "Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent," co-authored with friend and fellow actor Brendan O'Hea.

In her latest book, "Is It Too Late to Make a Run For It?" (published by St. Martin's Press), Dench and O'Hea return with a collection of conversations revisiting an extraordinary career and a remarkable life, from Shakespeare to Bond.

Read the excerpt below – and don't miss Seth Doane's interview with Judi Dench and Brendan O'Hea on "CBS Sunday Morning" November 8!

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Have you always been in a position to choose which part you're going to play?

Of course not. And it's something I'll never take for granted. Mikey used to say, 'Always behave as if it's the last job you'll ever do.' I still carry the fear of not working. Or of never being asked again. You can't just expect to be employed in this…

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