British cinema and theater veteran Dame Maggie Smith has died at the age of 89. Her family shared the sad news, reporting that she passed away peacefully in a hospital on September 27. Dame Maggie Smith, who was known for iconic works such as the “Harry Potter” series and “Downton Abbey,” received numerous awards and honors in her life.
Smith had a unique career. She began her acting career in theater and gradually made her way to cinema. She received two Oscar awards during her career: for “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” in 1970 and “California Suite” in 1979. In addition, she received four Oscar nominations and also won eight BAFTA awards, which are a testament to her extraordinary talent and hard work.
Her sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin, released an emotional statement saying that their family is deeply saddened by the death of Dame Maggie Smith. He said she was an extremely private person and was surrounded by family and close friends in her final moments. Smith is survived by two sons and five beloved grandchildren who are deeply saddened by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother.
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Dame Maggie Smith’s talent
Referring to Dame Maggie Smith’s talent, Hugh Bonneville, who worked with her on “Downton Abbey”, said anyone who knew her is a witness to her wit and talent. He described Smith as a true legend of her generation whose memorable roles will live on forever. He also offered his condolences to her sons and family.
Some of Smith’s other prominent roles include the 1985 Merchant Ivory film “A Room with a View”, in which she played Charlotte Bartlett opposite Lucy Honeychurch. Her performance in this film earned her an Oscar and a Golden Globe nomination. The depth and variety of her acting earned her a special place in the hearts of the audience.
Dame Maggie Smith’s career was unparalleled and she won hearts not only with her acting but also with her distinctive style and depth of characters. Her contribution to cinema and theatre will remain indelible, and her memory will live on forever through her works. Her demise is an irreparable loss to the world of art.
Source: BBC
