Dame Maggie Smith (1934 - 2024) #maggiesmith #death #sad #emotional #harrypotter #uk #trending

Dame Maggie Smith, one of Britain's most celebrated and versatile actresses, led a remarkable life that spanned nearly nine decades. Her career, which began in the early 1950s, was marked by exceptional performances on stage, screen, and television, earning her numerous accolades and a place among the greatest actors of her generation.

Born Margaret Natalie Smith on December 28, 1934, in Ilford, Essex, Smith discovered her passion for acting at a young age. She made her professional debut on Broadway in "New Faces of '56" and quickly established herself as a formidable talent in British theatre. Her early stage performances at the Oxford Playhouse and later with the National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company laid the foundation for her illustrious career.

Smith's breakthrough came in the 1960s when she caught the eye of Laurence Olivier, who invited her to join his newly formed National Theatre Company. This period saw Smith develop her craft alongside other future luminaries such as Derek Jacobi and Michael Gambon. Her performances in plays like "The Private Ear" and "The Public Eye" earned her the first of a record six Best Actress Evening Standard Awards.

While Smith's roots were in theatre, she soon found success in film. Her screen debut came in 1958 with "Nowhere to Go," but it was her Oscar-winning performance in "The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie" (1969) that catapulted her to international fame. This was followed by another Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in "California Suite" (1978) Throughout her career, Smith would receive a total of six Oscar nominations, showcasing her versatility and consistent excellence in acting.

Smith's filmography includes an impressive array of memorable characters. She endeared herself to younger audiences as Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter film series (2001 - 2011) Other notable films include "A Room with a View" (1985), "Gosford Park" (2001), and "The Lady in the Van" (2015)1. Each role demonstrated Smith's ability to fully inhabit her characters, bringing depth and nuance to every performance.

Despite her public success, Smith faced personal challenges with grace and resilience. In 1988, she was diagnosed with Graves' disease, requiring radiotherapy and optical surgery. In 2007, Smith battled breast cancer, but by 2009, she had made a full recovery. These health struggles briefly affected her confidence, particularly in returning to the stage, but they did not deter her from continuing her acting career.

Dame Maggie Smith passed away on September 27, 2024, at the age of 89. Her death was met with an outpouring of tributes from colleagues, fans, and critics alike. Sir Ian McKellen hailed her as an artist who comes along "about every other generation". Sir Patrick Stewart praised her "compelling and unique" career. The dimming of lights in London's West End theatres in her honor was a testament to her impact on British theatre

[Royalty_Editz]

R.I.P. Maggie Smith.🕊 Why did you leave us professor Mcgonagall? 🥺🥺😭😭

[CobraSeditz]

Rip and i will always remember you as mc gonnagal 😢😢😢😢😢

[phyllisbotchway]

Rest in peace 🕊🕊u will be missed 😢 💔 RIP legendary trio 🙏 ❤️

[icecube]

Rest in peace 🕊️ you will be greatly missed by all ❤

[Mineglass-okqb]

We all miss her especially from Harry potter

[CaoimheBarry]

R I P profeser mcgonagall
And the sister from sister act 😢😢❤❤

[NeilMckenzie-Deneault]

Once I heard she passed, I couldn't believe what I was hearing.. all I felt was a mix of emotions. She was one of my favorite characters in the magic witch and wizardry world... You'll forever be missed and cherished, Professor McGonagall (Maggie smith). May your new world be full of magic ✨💗

[RJ-icun]

Until now I don't know she is my favourite 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[MateoLaporta]

Maggie Smith que descanse en paz gracias por tu papel en Harry Potter y la película de una nana magica te voy a extrañar mucho 💞 con el cuando vi la noticia me puse a llorar y cuando vi este vídeo me puse mucho a llorar
Saludos desde Uruguay 🇺🇾😭😭

[lazypandalovesart]

she was so beautiful. now, her, micheal gambon, alan rickman, and robbie coltrane can cast spells together, in the stars

[TheCharmsMaster]

Maggie Smith, the beloved actress known for her roles in *Downton Abbey* and the *Harry Potter* series, has sadly passed away. She died on September 27, 2024, at the age of 89 in a London hospital. Her family, including her two sons and five grandchildren, shared that she passed peacefully and expressed their gratitude for the care she received during her final days

[PadmajaSanthanam]

Rest in peace Maggie Smith, You played Professor Mcgonagall very well you gave us an unforgettable performance

[Котикиилелики]

Виднл в Англии. всех красивых теток сожгли во время инквизиции.

[gsbcompany]

RIP MAGGIE SMITH❤ ur the sweetest person i know we will always remember you❤❤ ur such a true legend we will always remember you as Professor Mcgongall❤❤❤

[РинатЛев]

My dearest tribute to Dame Maggie Smith. Rest in peace🙏🙏🙏

[JJIEMAA]

Rip Maggie smith 🕊️ She helped me get through rough times. Thank you so much for being the Mcgonagall and more we needed. We love you ❤

[surreygirl]

Lovely English wonderful funny film star may she shine in the stars

[DekoHassan-cv]

Bye professor mcgonagal we’ll miss you 😢

[coenfealy]

30 is how mcgonagall should look according to book descriptions

[mohdrashidyaakub]

This is an example of beauty without plastic surgery. 😍