Daniel Radcliffe and other Harry Potter cast members are paying tribute to Maggie Smith. The actress, who famously played Professor Minerva McGonagall, the head of Gryffindor House and the deputy headmistress at Hogwarts, died on Friday at age 89.
According to Maggie’s two sons, she “passed away peacefully in hospital” surrounded by “friends and family.” So sad. Related: Man Killed In Freak Knife Accident While Cooking At Home Alone Shortly after the news, the titular character himself released a heartfelt statement to Variety on Friday mourning the “legend.” Daniel began by recalling the first time he ever met the Downton Abbey star, expressing: It was on the wizard films where they really connected, he recalled: So well said.
Co-star Bonnie Wright, who played Ginny Weasley, also opened up about the loss on Instagram, reflecting: Devon Murray, AKA Seamus Finnigan, also mourned the loss on the ‘gram.
The star called Maggie “the most intimidating person I’ve ever met but once cracked she was the kindest, most caring and loving Lady I’ve ever met.” He added: What a story!
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