Maggie Smith, actress who played Professor McGonagall in Harry Potter films, has died

The acclaimed British actress died at the age of 89

Dame Maggie Smith has died at the age of 89.

The acclaimed British actress, who was well known for her roles in ‘Downton Abbey’ and the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise, died in Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London on Friday morning, her two sons Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens revealed.

Maggie’s final moments came as she was surrounded by family and friends.