Gyles Brandreth and Downton Abbey stars lead tributes to Dame Maggie Smith after iconic actress dies aged 89
ok.co.ukGyles Brandreth has led heartfelt tributes to the iconic Dame Maggie Smith following her death at the age of 89.The celebrated actress, renowned for her roles in classics like Hook and Sister Act, and more recently the Harry Potter franchise and Downton Abbey, was remembered by her "devastated" sons who honoured their "extraordinary mother".
In a statement, they shared that she died peacefully in hospital with her loved ones by her side. Her family expressed their gratitude towards the NHS staff at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.Through a statement from their publicist, they announced: "It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith.
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.
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