According to BBC news, the famous British actress Maggie Smith, who starred in the "Harry Potter" series of movies and the "Downton Abbey" series, passed away on September 27, local time, at the age of 89.
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Maggie's two children Toby Stephens (Toby Stephens) and Chris Larkin "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dame Maggie Smith," Chris Larkin said in a statement.
"She passed away peacefully in hospital this morning (September 27). She was a very private person." She died surrounded by friends and family. She leaves behind two children and five lovely grandchildren, all of whom are heartbroken at the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother."
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Maggie. · Smith has won two Oscars. In 1970, she won the 42nd Academy Award for Best Actress for "The Last Day", and then won the 51st Academy Award for "California Suite" in 1979. Best Supporting Actress Award. She has also been nominated for four Academy Awards and won eight BAFTA Awards.
Maggie Smith plays Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter film series and the Countess in the British TV series "Downton Abbey". Her screen image is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.
In 1990, Maggie Smith was awarded the Imperial Merit by Queen Elizabeth II and was made a Dame.
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