Dame Maggie Smith, best known for the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, has been remembered as "a true legend" of acting following her death at the age of 89. Tributes have been paid by the King and prime minister, as well as numerous co-stars from her long career.

She earned an extraordinary array of awards, from Oscars to Emmys to a Tony, but she could still go almost everywhere unrecognized. Then came “Downton Abbey.”

An award-winning actress, she became a megastar in her 70s playing the acid-tongued dowager countess on Downton Abbey. Read more at straitstimes.com.

An institution of British television and cinema, some of Smith's more recent roles included Downton Abbey and the Harry Potter film franchise.

Honoring the life of Dame Maggie Smith, the trailblazing British actress known for her iconic roles in 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey.'

Maggie Smith is known for playing Professor McGonagall in the Harry Potter films and after her death, fans have shared their favourite moments.

Smith, the legendary actress who won hearts across generations, passed away today at the age of 89 in a London hospital

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The acclaimed British actress died at the age of 89 Author of the article: You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Dame Maggie Smith has died at the age of 89.

Actress Dame Maggie Smith, known for her role as Professor McGonagall in the “Harry Potter” films and Violet Crawley in “Downton Abbey,” has passed away. She was 89 years old. Dame Maggie Smith Passes Away According to Deadline,