Maggie Smith could also be gone, however she is going to dwell on ceaselessly within the wizarding world… as “Harry Potter” followers have been paying tribute to her since her demise was introduced yesterday.
The legendary actress – who performed Professor McGonagall in seven of the eight movies – impressed a number of 'Harry Potter'-related tributes, with one of many largest happening outdoors Hogwarts… the reproduction at Common Orlando, that’s.
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Take a look at the clip… a gaggle of followers gathered outdoors the fortress – house to a well-liked theme park attraction – with wands raised to the sky. It pays tribute to the sixth 'HP' movie after Professor Dumbledore dies to chase away the darkness… led by Maggie, in fact.
Excessive society additionally paid tribute to the late star… with the group behind the Broadway hit 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Baby' handing out flyers to clients that includes Maggie dressed as Professor McGonagall.
The flyers learn: 'We at Cursed Baby are all deeply saddened by the passing of Dame Maggie Smith, whose unforgettable efficiency as Professor McGonagall within the Harry Potter movies impressed generations of witches and wizards. This efficiency is devoted in her honor.”
Someway I assumed she would dwell ceaselessly. RIP Dame Maggie Smith. pic.twitter.com/VogfvR9nIF
— JK Rowling (@jk_rowling) September 27, 2024 @jk_rowling
Even controversial creator JK Rowling – who wrote the hit sequence – joined within the tribute… sharing a photograph of the late star and saying she at all times felt Smith would dwell ceaselessly.
Smith's sons – Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin – introduced their mom's demise in a press release, saying she handed away early Friday morning.
The 2-time Oscar winner – additionally identified for her function as household matriarch Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey – was 89.
