New Zealand Woman’s Weekly

Daredevil Helen I'M LIVING FAST & FURIOUS

‘Excuse me, where can I find a little bit of swagger for today?’

After a lifetime on stage, television and the big screen, fans might think nothing can frighten Dame Helen Mirren. Just don’t try sending her to Mars!

“There’s no way I would sign up to go into outer space,” the acting legend shudders. “I find the whole concept absolutely terrifying. I have nightmares about it, actually. There’s no way. I want a cup of tea, Marmite on toast and a fire!”

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