Downton Abbey and Harry Potter star Maggie Smith dies aged 89 | Gaming

Dame Maggie Smith, known for her roles in the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, has died aged 89.

Her sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin, issued a statement to the BBC saying she passed away peacefully in hospital on Friday morning.

“It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith,” the statement reads, “She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday September 27. 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.

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at the…