Maggie Smith, Iconic 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey' Star, Dies at 89 | THR News Video
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Maggie Smith, Iconic 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey' Star, Dies at 89 | THR News Video
Oscar and Emmy winning actress Maggie Smith known for her work in 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey,' has sadly died.
She was 89.
Smith died peacefully on Friday, September 17th per a statement released by her family, "It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith.
She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September.
An intensely private person, she was with friends and family at the end.
She leaves two sons and five loving grandchildren who are devastated by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother."
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