Maggie Smith
Born
1934-12-28
Place of birth
Ilford, Essex, England, UK
Died
2024-09-27
Biography
Dame Margaret Natalie Smith CH DBE (December 28, 1934 − September 27, 2024) was a British actress. Known for her wit in comedic roles, she had an extensive career on stage and screen over seven decades and was one of Britain's most recognisable and prolific actresses. She received numerous accolades including two Academy Awards, five BAFTA Awards, four Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards and a Tony Award as well as nominations for six Laurence Olivier Awards. Smith was one of the few performers to earn the Triple Crown of Acting. Smith began her stage career as a student, performing at the...
Known for
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Minerva McGonagall
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Minerva McGonagall
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Minerva McGonagall
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Minerva McGonagall
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
Minerva McGonagall
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Minerva McGonagall
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Minerva McGonagall
Hook
Granny Wendy
Sister Act
Mother Superior
Gnomeo & Juliet
Lady Bluebury (voice)
Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang
Agatha Rose Doherty
Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit
Mother Superior
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
Muriel Donnelly
Downton Abbey
Violet Crawley
Becoming Jane
Lady Gresham