Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and other members of the Harry Potter cast are mourning the loss of their co-star Dame Maggie Smith, who passed away at the age of 89 on Friday, September 27.
Daniel Radcliffe
Daniel Radcliffe, in a statement to Page Six, reflected on meeting Dame Maggie Smith at age 9 during their work on David Copperfield, his first job. Radcliffe recalled asking if he should call her “Dame,” to which she laughed and said, “Don’t be ridiculous!” Though nervous at first, he said Smith’s kindness immediately put him at ease.
Radcliffe went on to work with her for another decade on the Harry Potter films and described her as having a “fierce intellect” and a “gloriously sharp tongue.” He expressed gratitude for the time they spent together, calling her a true legend of the industry.
Emma Watson
Taking to her Instagram stories, Emma Watson who played Hermione Granger mourned the death of Dame Maggie Smith and wrote, “When I was younger I had no idea of Maggie’s legend – the woman I was fortunate enough to share space with,” Watson shared via Instagram Story on Friday alongside a photo of herself and Smith on the set of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2. “It is only as I’ve become an adult that I’ve come to appreciate that I shared the screen with a true definition of greatness. She was real, honest, funny and self-honoring. Maggie, there were a lot of male professors and by God you held your own. Thank you for all of your kindness. I’ll miss you.”
Bonnie Wright
Taking to Her Instagram handle, Bonnie Wright who played Ginny Weasley also mourned the death of Maggie Smith and wrote, “Our dearly loved and revered head of Gryffindor house you will be so missed by the Harry Potter community. My favourite scene with Maggie was when we were all learning to dance for the Yule Ball. She embodied that perfect balance of sass and loving care that McGonagall has. She kept Gryffindors on their toes. My deepest condolences to Maggie’s family at this time”.
James Phelps
James Phelps who played the role of Fred Weasley took to his Instagram stories and wrote, “Very sad to hear the news today. It was an honor to have been on the same sets as Dame Maggie Smith. On HP, she was always welcoming, funny and also showed how to act not just on the set, but off too. My thoughts are with her family at this sad time.”
Devon Murray
Devon Murray who played Seamus Finnegan in Harry Potter also shared a heartfelt post about Smith’s passing and wrote, “Im saddened to hear of the passing of the “Lady” that is Maggie Smith. Maggie was the most intimidating person I’ve ever met but once cracked she was the kindest, most caring and loving Lady I’ve ever met. I’ve so many fond memories with Maggie. From getting drunk while waiting for a Fax in a hotel reception to getting some of the best hugs and cuddles in the world to even Maggie trying to keep a straight face while shooting a scene while a Baboon continuously masturbated as soon as she’d speak We’ve shared so many great moments together that I will treasure. #ripmaggie”
Chris Rankin
Chris Rankin who essayed the role of “Percy Weasley” also mourned Smith’s death and wrote in an Instagram post, “There’s not many people in the world who were as brilliantly talented, waspishly sharp tongued, funny, kind or intimidating as Maggie Smith. I am truly lucky to have shared a film set with her. They don’t make them like that anymore.”
Apart from them Afshan Azad, Gary Oldman, Hugh Bonneville, Rob Lowe, King Charles III, Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan and others also mourned the passing of Dame Maggie Smith.
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