UPDATED with Weinstein statement : Judi Dench , the Oscar-winning British actress, has spoken about Harvey Weinstein in the context of “forgiveness” following his rape and sexual assault convictions.

In an interview with The Radio Times , Dench said she felt like the former Miramax producer had “done his time,” though it was not clear if she was referring to his prison sentence or industry purgatory.

In the same interview, Dench said she remained in contact with Kevin Spacey after the actor provided her with support following the death of her husband, Michael Williams, in 2001.

“I saw a bit of film of Harvey walking with two sticks and you think, ‘Well…’, I knew Harvey and I knew him well and worked with him, and I had none of that experience – very fortunately for me,” Dench

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