Harry Potter, and Downton Abbey star Dame Maggie Smith passed away at the age of 89, her family announced a few minutes ago.
A statement from her sons Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin said: “It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith."
The statement added: "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.
“We would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their care and unstinting kindness during her final days.
“We thank you for all your kind messages and support and ask that you respect our privacy at this time.”
Smith was globally known for memorable roles as Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter series and Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey.
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