Dame Maggie Smith Dies: Celebrities Mourn The Loss Of Beloved Harry Potter Star, Fans Declare ‘End Of An Era…’

Dame Maggie Smith dies: In a shocking turn of events, Hollywood star Dame Maggie Smith, known for her roles in Harry Potter, Downton Abbey and more, passed away at the age of 89. Her sons Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens said in a statement that she died on Friday morning in a London hospital. The statement read, “She leaves two sons and five loving grandchildren who are devastated by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother.” Hollywood as well as Bollywood industry is in a state of shock and has been mourning the loss of the legendary actress.

Kareena Kapoor Khan took to her IG Story and posted a photo of Dame Maggie Smith. She wrote, “Forever in power. I am a woman dear, I can be as contrary as I choose.”

Kareena Kapoor pays tribute to Dame Maggie Smith

Hugh Bonneville, who played Maggie Smith’s on-screen son, Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham, paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary actress. “Working alongside Maggie was a privilege, as she brought unparalleled talent, wit, and a keen eye to every scene,” Bonneville shared with PEOPLE. “She was a true legend of her generation, and her remarkable performances will endure. I extend my deepest condolences to her sons and entire family.”

Actor Rob Lowe took to his official X account and wrote, “Saddened to hear Dame Maggie Smith has passed. I had the unforgettable experience of working with her; sharing a two-shot was like being paired with a lion. She could eat anyone alive, and often did. But funny, and great company. And suffered no fools. We will never see another. Godspeed, Ms. Smith!”

The news of Maggie Smith’s passing sparked an outpouring of grief and admiration on social media, as fans from around the world came together to pay tribute to the beloved actress. Check reactions here:

Saddened to hear Dame Maggie Smith has passed. I had the unforgettable experience of working with her; sharing a two-shot was like being paired with a lion. She could eat anyone alive, and often did. But funny, and great company. And suffered no fools. We will never see another.… pic.twitter.com/wjJCL7FqWf

— Rob Lowe (@RobLowe) September 27, 2024

RIP Maggie Smith, this was one of my favourite scenes from Harry Potter with professor mcgonagall 💔 pic.twitter.com/Qe61BS7u9w

— Aaron Paul – ImHybrid (@HYBRlD) September 27, 2024

Everyone will be talking about Harry Potter and Downton, but early years Maggie Smith was so so good. pic.twitter.com/YC8YlP5nFp

— Tom Wilson 🇺🇦 (@feedthedrummer) September 27, 2024

Rest in peace to an absolute treasure, Dame Maggie Smith

They’ve been reunited 🤍 pic.twitter.com/v5nIKceAtu

— sean 🇮🇪🤝🏼🇵🇸 (@Sean_Gabbett) September 27, 2024