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British actress Dame Maggie Smith, known for her prolific career in roles like Professor McGonagall in the "Harry Potter" series and Violet Crawley in "Downton Abbey," has died, her family ...

The late actor cultivated a specific kind of Englishness for the screen, but she was never afraid to upend expectation.

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Legendary actor Dame Maggie Smith died at age 89, leaving behind a storied career in film and stage. Here are her most iconic roles, from "Harry Potter" to "A Room with a View." ...

Dame Maggie Smith, known for her roles on “Downton Abbey” and the “Harry Potter” series, has died. She was 89.

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