Renowned British actress Dame Maggie Smith, known for her iconic roles in the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, has passed away at the age of 89, her family has announced.
A Statement from Her Family
Dame Maggie’s sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin, said: “It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith. She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September.”
Tributes Pour In
Hugh Bonneville, co-star from Downton Abbey, praised Dame Maggie’s “sharp eye, sharp wit, and formidable talent.” He added, “She was a true legend of her generation and thankfully will live on in so many magnificent screen performances.”
A Legendary Career
Dame Maggie’s eight-decade career included:
- Two Oscar wins (The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, 1970; California Suite, 1979)
- Eight Bafta awards
- Five additional Oscar nominations
- Iconic roles in Harry Potter (Professor Minerva McGonagall) and Downton Abbey (Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham)
Other notable performances included:
- A Room With a View (1985)
- The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
- The Miracle Club (2023)
Dame Maggie’s family has requested privacy and thanked the staff at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their care and kindness during her final days.
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