British acting legend Dame Maggie Smith, best known for her roles in Downton Abbey and the Harry Potter series, has passed away at the age of 89. Her family confirmed the news of her passing, sharing that she died peacefully in hospital on the morning of Friday, earlier today.
Her family confirmed the news of her passing, sharing that she died peacefully in hospital on the morning of Friday, earlier today.
‘It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Dame Maggie Smith. She was surrounded by friends and family in her final moments,’ her sons Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin said in a statement. Her family also requested privacy during this difficult time, adding, ‘We appreciate the outpouring of love and support but ask for privacy as we navigate this profound loss.’Dame Smith’s co-stars and colleagues were quick to share their tributes, such as Hugh Bonneville, who starred alongside her in‘Anyone who ever shared a scene with Maggie knows her sharp wit, keen eye, and incredible talent.
Her career began on the stage, with early performances in Oxford theatres and by 1963, she was cast as Desdemona in Laurence Olivier’s, a role that would later earn her an Oscar nomination when the production was adapted into film., where she portrayed the fussy chaperone Charlotte Bartlett, earning Oscar and Golden Globe nominations.
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