Overview

• Margolyes, 84, said she would ask to be “put down” if she lost the ability to speak, became doubly incontinent, or experienced severe cognitive decline.
• She explained she does not want a prolonged period of pain or embarrassment and wants to preserve her sense of self.
• Assisted dying remains illegal in the UK, though the House of Commons backed a bill in June and the proposal is now before the House of Lords.
• The actress said her mobility has worsened, noting she uses a walker and has previously disclosed a diagnosis of spinal stenosis.
• She expressed regret over not exercising earlier in life and said she hopes to spend more time with her partner, Heather Sutherland, at their home in Italy.