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Join Telegram ChannelActor Maggie Smith, best known for her role as Professor McGonagall in the Harry Potter series, passed away on September 27, 2024. He was 89 years old.
Born December 28, 1934 in Essex, England. He began his career as a stage actor in 1952 while still a student, and made his Broadway debut in 1956. In the same year, he expanded into movies, and throughout his career he has been active in movies, dramas, and stages. In addition to winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for “Miss Brody'' (1968) and “California Sweet'' (1978), she won five British Academy Awards, four Emmy Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards. has won one Tony Award. In 1990, she received the title “Dame” from the British Royal Family.
Other major works include the “Love Songs for Angels…'' series, the popular drama “Downton Abbey'' (2010-2016), “A Room with a View'' (1986), and “Gosford Park'' (2001). . His last work was “The Miracle Club.''
Sons Chris Larkin and Toby Stevens said: “It is with great sadness that we must announce the passing of 'Dame' Maggie Smith, who passed away peacefully in hospital in the early hours of this morning, Friday 27th September. We have adopted him,'' the statement read. “She was a person who valued her privacy very much and passed her final moments with friends and family. Her two sons and five grandchildren are devastated by the loss of a wonderful mother and grandmother,'' she wrote. They expressed their gratitude and asked that their privacy be respected.
In response to the news of Smith's death, Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe released the following statement:
“I first met Maggie Smith when I was nine years old, at a reading for David Copperfield, my first job. I didn't know much about her. Another thing I knew was that she was Dame. When I first met her, I said, “Should I call her Dame?” ”, he laughed and said, “Don’t be silly! “I was nervous to meet her, but she immediately put me at ease. She was really kind to me during that shoot, and after that I was lucky enough to be working on Harry Potter.” We were able to work together for another 10 years.
She had a fierce intellect and a sharp tongue, and was able to both intimidate and charm people in an instant. As everyone has said, he was a really interesting person. I will always consider myself lucky to have worked with her and spent time with her on set. The word “legendary” is overused, but if anyone in this industry deserves it, I think it's her. Thank you, Maggie. ”
Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger, also wrote on Instagram, “When I was young, I didn't know about the legend of Maggie – the woman I was lucky enough to be in the same space with.'' It was only then that I felt grateful to be able to work with such a truly great person.” “She was honest, straightforward, funny, and self-centered. Maggie stayed true to herself in the midst of so many male professors. Thank you for your kindness. I will truly miss you. ”
Gary Oldman, who played Sirius Black, said: “Maggie Smith is one of the true greats, along with Laurence Olivier and John Gielgud. Those who saw her brilliant talent on stage will forever remember her.'' And great acting in movies remains for everyone to enjoy. There are artists like this in every generation…if we're lucky.”
Bonnie Wright as Ginny Weasley, Devon Murray as Seamus Finnegan, Chris Rankin as Percy Weasley, James Phelps as Fred Weasley, Afshan Azad as Padma Patil, and Romilda Vane Anna Shaffer and Joshua Hardman, who plays Gregory Goyle, also released their comments. Author J.K. Rowling said, “For some reason I thought she would live forever. RIP Dame Maggie Smith.''spelled.
In addition, condolences have been posted one after another from people in the industry, including co-stars and staff of “Downton Abbey'' and Whoopi Goldberg, who co-starred in the “Angels Love Songs…'' series.
Source: Deadline, Entertainment Weekly, IndieWire