this friday passed away, without suffering, in the hospital and accompanied by her family, the British actress Dame Maggie Smithto the 89 yearsas reported by the BBC and The Mirror in their different platforms.
The renowned actress, born in Ilford, United Kingdom in 1939, participated in dozens of theater, television and film productions, but her recognition shines most for her iconic performances as McGonagall in Harry Potter and Violet in the Downton Abbey series.
It was his sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin, who reported:
“It is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing of Dame Maggie Smith. Passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September. An intensely private person, he was eventually with friends and family. “He leaves behind two children and five beloved grandchildren who are devastated by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother.”
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Likewise, regarding the same statement originally published by The Mirror in London, his parents asked to respect their privacy and thanked all the support:
“We would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their unconditional care and kindness during his final days. “We thank you for all your kind messages and support and ask that you respect our privacy at this time.”
A CAREER FULL OF MILESTONES
Margaret Natalie Smith was her given name, but as soon as her career began to take off, she preferred the diminutive Maggie accompanied by her last name. The dame, from “lady”, was added when, in 1990, Queen Elizabeth II honored her by recognizing her contribution to the arts; By 2014, he received the Order of the Companions of Honor.
During her more than 60-year professional career that began in local London theaters, the actress gave life to beloved characters in films and series such as Clash of the Titans, California Suite, Té von Mussolini, Othello, Death in the Sun, Downton Abbey and in several installments of the Harry Potter franchise.
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Due to its indisputable legacy, it was recognized by the most prestigious academies and experts in the field during its long career. Among the distinctions, her two Oscars stand out for The Best Years of Miss Brodie and for California Suite, in 1969 and 1979, respectively.
He also won three Golden Globes and seven BAFTA Awards, two of them honorary.
She also won four Emmy Awards, five Screen Actors Guild Awards, and a Tony Award for her role in Lettice and Lovage.
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2024-10-02 07:19:24