Dame Maggie Smith Dies at 89; A Singular Career in Film and on Stage
LONDON — Dame Maggie Smith, the most idolized of British actresses to conquer both film and television, has died. She was 89 years old. She died peacefully with her close family and friends by her side, her publicist announced.
Smith had a seven-decade career, during which he was noted for his adaptability and authority on stage and screen. He garnered major awards in the form of two Academys, three Emmys, and a Tony.
With international acclaim over the past years for her portrayal of Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter series and the sharp-tongued Dowager Countess in Downton Abbey, Smith was able to bring characters to life with a sense of wit, elegance, and strength that made her dear to audiences across generations.
Her earlier works include the Oscar-winning performance in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, performances in California Suite, and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and The Lady in the Van. Smith was a rare figure because of her correct diction, which separated her from everything from Shakespearean dramas to contemporary films.
The memories of her contribution to the arts will be remembered with much fondness and shall continue to inspire future generations of actors and audiences alike.
Rest in peace, Dame Maggie Smith.
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