Maggie Smith

2024 - 9 - 27

Maggie Smith: A Magical Journey from Hogwarts to Downton!

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The world mourns the passing of Dame Maggie Smith, a timeless talent from Harry Potter to Downton Abbey. Her legacy is larger than a wizard's hat!

Dame Maggie Smith, the illustrious actress renowned for her unforgettable roles in both the Harry Potter films and the beloved series Downton Abbey, has sadly passed away at the age of 89, as confirmed by her family. A true legend of the British stage, Smith’s career spanned over six decades, captivating audiences with her sharp wit and impeccable talent. Celebrated for her performances ranging from Shakespearean heroines to the formidable Professor McGonagall, she left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

Born in the city of Essex in 1934, Maggie was destined for greatness. She first graced the stage in the late 1950s before moving on to films. It’s hard to imagine a world without her timeless wit and splendid charm, especially as she became emblematic of roles that combined grace with a firm tongue. Whether she was delivering a stinging retort as the elderly Dowager Countess on Downton Abbey or guiding young witches and wizards at Hogwarts, she managed to steal scenes in a way only a master could.

Smith's list of accolades is as monumental as her career, which includes two Academy Awards, a multitude of BAFTAs, and an impressive collection of Tony Awards. As her roles shifted from the tragic to the comedic, she reminded us that both drama and laughter are vital parts of life, seamlessly moving between genres with ease and authenticity. Her ability to portray complex characters made her performances all the more riveting, ensuring that her legacy will be cherished for years to come.

Despite the sorrow of her passing, we celebrate the joy she brought to millions around the globe. Did you know that Dame Maggie was not just a phenomenal actress but also a fierce advocate for education? After winning her first Oscar for The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, she famously donated her earnings to educational charities. It’s also fun to note that her character, Professor McGonagall, was inspired by a real-life teacher, reflecting the values of strength and resilience she embodied both on and off the screen. The world has lost a true icon, but Maggie Smith's legacy will continue to enchant future generations!

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Dame Maggie Smith: Harry Potter and Downton Abbey actress dies ... (BBC News)

Actress Dame Maggie Smith, known for the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, has died at the age of 89, her family has said. A legend of British stage and ...

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Sharp tongued, indomitable, and beloved actress Dame Maggie ... (NPR)

Oscar, Emmy, and Tony-winning actress Maggie Smith played everything from wistful ingenues in Shakespeare to Harry Potter's Prof. McGonagall and the Dowager ...

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Maggie Smith, Oscar-winning star of stage and screen, dies aged 89 (The Guardian)

In a career that began in the 1950s, her roles ranged from Desdemona to Miss Jean Brodie, Virginia Woolf and Minerva McGonagall.

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Maggie Smith, star of stage, film and 'Downton Abbey,' dies at 89 (PBS NewsHour)

Maggie Smith, the masterful, scene-stealing actor who won an Oscar in 1969 and gained new fans in the 21st century as the dowager Countess of Grantham in ...

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Maggie Smith, acting legend of 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey ... (NBC News)

Maggie Smith, the stern Professor McGonagall in the "Harry Potter" movie franchise and the tart-tongued Dowager Countess on "Downton Abbey," has died, ...

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Dame Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress ... (CBS News)

British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton ...

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Dame Maggie Smith obituary: A piercing presence on stage and ... (BBC News)

One of Britain's best loved performers who was as much at home with comedy as with drama.

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Sharp tongued, indomitable, and beloved actress Dame Maggie ... (Boise State Public Radio)

Oscar, Emmy, and Tony-winning actress Maggie Smith played everything from wistful ingenues in Shakespeare to Harry Potter's Prof. McGonagall and the Dowager ...

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Dame Maggie Smith obituary (The Guardian)

A distinguished, double Oscar-winning actor whose roles ranged from Shakespeare to Harry Potter.

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Stream Maggie Smith's Greatest Performances (The New York Times)

In “Downton Abbey,” “A Room With a View” and dozens of other films and television series, she delighted audiences with her portrayal of sharp, tart-tongued ...

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'Downton Abbey,' 'Harry Potter' actress Maggie Smith dies (www.krmg.com)

The actress who brought Professor Minerva McGonagall to life has died.

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Maggie Smith mourned by 'Downton Abbey' colleagues, more ... (Powell River Peak)

Actors, collaborators and fans who worked with Maggie Smith are paying tribute to the award-winning actor, known for her roles in the “Harry Potter” movies ...

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Maggie Smith: Iconic Harry Potter actress dies at age of 89 (Richmond and Twickenham Times)

Maggie Smith, who was known for her roles in Downton Abbey and Harry Potter, has died at the age of 89.

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Remembering legendary actress DAME MAGGIE SMITH | West End ... (West End Best Friend)

It has been announced this afternoon that legendary stage and screen actress Dame Maggie Smith has sadly died aged 89.

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Remembering Actress Dame Maggie Smith (PBS)

Learn about the extraordinary career and life of the celebrated stage, film, and television actress and beloved Downton Abbey star.

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Maggie Smith, scene-stealing actor famed for Harry Potter and ... (Wilmington News Journal, OH)

FILE - British actress Dame Maggie Smith poses in London on Dec. 16, 2015. Smith, who won an Oscar for “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” in 1969 and won new ...

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Maggie Smith was the grandest of grandes dames – and a true ... (The Guardian)

Before she reached a new level of TV celebrity in the 21st century, Smith had a remarkable big-screen career, channelling her stage presence into the camera ...

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Dame Maggie Smith obituary: A piercing presence on stage and ... (BBC News)

One of Britain's best loved performers who was as much at home with comedy as with drama.

Academy Award-winning actress Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89 (Delaware First Media)

Smith's seven-decade stage and screen career included many beloved roles, from "Harry Potter" Professor Minerva McGonagall, to Dowager Countess Violet ...

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A Requiem for Maggie Smith (CrimeReads)

Dame Maggie Smith, the consummate English actress who immortalized such characters as Jean Brodie (The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie), Diana Barrie (California ...

Academy Award-winning actress Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89 (Yellowstone Public Radio)

Smith's seven-decade stage and screen career included many beloved roles, from "Harry Potter" Professor Minerva McGonagall, to Dowager Countess Violet ...

Maggie Smith, an acting legend of the stage and screen, has died at ... (Boise State Public Radio)

Oscar, Emmy and Tony winning actress Maggie Smith, who played everything from ingenues in Shakespeare to Harry Potter's Prof. McGonagall and the dowager ...

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Maggie Smith: Iconic Harry Potter actress dies at age of 89 (Braintree and Witham Times)

In a statement issued via her publicist it read: "It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith.

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'Downton Abbey' colleagues, fellow actors mourn death of Maggie ... (Voice of America)

Actors, collaborators and fans who worked with Maggie Smith are paying tribute to the award-winning actor, known for her roles in the "Harry Potter" movies ...

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Maggie Smith Tribute: Her Biting Wit Improved With Age (Variety)

Maggie Smith's trademark biting wit laced with sarcasm and vinegar both deepened and mellowed with age in roles like 'Downton Abbey.'

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Maggie Smith found a clarity on stage that in some ways surpassed ... (The Guardian)

Her stage work in the 1970s in Canada gave her a chance to reinvent herself and reach wonderful levels of performance.

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Remembering Maggie Smith: 'Every day she and Judi would swim in ... (The Guardian)

The writer of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel remembers working with an actor impossible to separate from her withering but warm screen persona.

Maggie Smith, an acting legend of the stage and screen, has died at ... (NPR)

Oscar, Emmy and Tony winning actress Maggie Smith, who played everything from ingenues in Shakespeare to Harry Potter's Prof. McGonagall and the dowager ...

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Opinion: Remembering the marvel, Maggie Smith (WYSO)

Jean Brodie, Minerva McGonagall, Violet Crawley: Maggie Smith embodied these memorable roles on stage and screen. NPR's Scott Simon has a remembrance of the ...

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Maggie Smith, actor, 1934-2024 (Financial Times)

Versatile star whose work across eight decades spanned crowd-pleasing comedy, Shakespearean tragedy and wizardry.

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Opinion: Remembering the marvel, Maggie Smith (NPR)

Jean Brodie, Minerva McGonagall, Violet Crawley: Maggie Smith embodied these memorable roles on stage and screen. NPR's Scott Simon has a remembrance of the ...

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Dame Maggie Smith on how Downton Abbey and Harry Potter ... (BBC News)

She was a multi award-winning actress - but Dame Maggie Smith never loved the limelight.

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Maggie Smith's Influence Can Be Found in This Take on a Pre ... (The New York Times)

In 2011, a New York bartender paid tribute to the actor with a sly tweak to a pre-Prohibition cocktail.

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Opinion: Remembering the marvel, Maggie Smith (KGOU)

Jean Brodie, Minerva McGonagall, Violet Crawley: Maggie Smith embodied these memorable roles on stage and screen. NPR's Scott Simon has a remembrance of the ...

Maggie Smith, an acting legend of the stage and screen, has died at ... (KUAR)

Oscar, Emmy and Tony winning actress Maggie Smith, who played everything from ingenues in Shakespeare to Harry Potter's Prof. McGonagall and the dowager ...

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