Maggie Smith: Celebrated Actress Dies at 89

Maggie Smith, the acclaimed British actress known for her roles in 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie' and 'Downton Abbey,' has passed away at 89. Smith won numerous awards throughout her career, including two Oscars. Her publicist confirmed her death on Friday.

Maggie Smith, the acclaimed British actress who captivated audiences in 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie' and 'Downton Abbey,' has died at the age of 89, her publicist confirmed Friday.

Smith, hailed as the preeminent British actress of her generation, had a career spanning more than six decades, frequently starring alongside contemporaries like Vanessa Redgrave and Judi Dench.

Her role in 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie' earned her an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award in 1969, with a subsequent supporting actress Oscar for 'California Suite' in 1978 cementing her legacy in cinematic history.