Maggie Smith, the esteemed actress celebrated for her roles in iconic films such as Harry Potter and the television series Downton Abbey, has died at the age of 89. Her sons, Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens, confirmed the news, stating that she passed away in the hospital surrounded by friends and family.
In their statement, they described her as “an intensely private person” and expressed their devastation at the loss of their “extraordinary mother and grandmother,” who leaves behind two sons and five grandchildren. They extended their gratitude to the staff at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their compassionate care during her final days.
The family has requested privacy during this difficult time and expressed appreciation for the kind messages of support received.
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