British acting legend Maggie Smith, celebrated for her iconic roles as Professor McGonagall in the Harry Potter films and the sharp-tongued Dowager Countess in Downton Abbey, has died at age 89, her family confirmed. 🕊️
The BBC reported Friday that her sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin, shared a heartfelt statement: \"It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith.\" Fans worldwide are mourning the loss of the two-time Oscar winner, whose career spanned over six decades. 🎬
Smith’s wit, elegance, and unmatched talent made her a household name across generations. From Shakespearean stages to magical castles, her performances taught us courage, humor, and grace. 💔 Whether you knew her as Minerva McGonagall or Lady Violet Crawley, her legacy lives on in every scene she stole. 🌟
