Imelda Staunton is “really thrilled” to have been made a Dame. The 68-year-old actress has received the honour for her services to drama and charity and paid tribute to others in her field who have been recognised over the years upon hearing the news. She said: “I am really thrilled to be the recipient of this honour. “I feel genuinely humbled to be recognised on the same level as the amazing actresses, all the great Dames, who have led the way for so many of us. “It is their talent, dedication, wit and energy that have paved the way for us all and have set the standards to which we all aspire…