The world of acting continues to mourn the death of Maggie Smith, at 89 years old. His younger castmates have been especially shocked. Harry Potter, who idolized her, as shown in her moving farewell letters. “Heartbroken to hear the latest news about Maggie. She was so special, always so kind, so fun. I feel incredibly lucky to have shared a set with her. I’ll miss you. “I send all my love to his family,” he expressed. Rupert Grint, who in the famous saga played the mischievous Ron, Harry’s best friend.
© rupertgrintMaggie was one of the most admired and awarded female performers, both in her native United Kingdom and internationally. A woman, a pioneer in her industry, who paved the way for new generations, as highlighted Emma Watsonthe clever Hermione. “When I was young I had no idea about the legend of Maggie, I realized it as I grew older. There were many male teachers, but, thank God, you stood your ground.”
© t22feltonDespite the age difference that separated them, between spells, wands and potions, friendship arose between them. And, although the witch McGonagall was from the Gryffindor house, she also won the heart of a Slytherin like Draco Malfoy, played by Tom Felton. “There was no one like her. Thank you for taking care of us like the first day, thank you for preventing me from being kicked off the set when I couldn’t stop laughing. Thank you for showing us the way.”
© GTRESBonnie Wright, little Ginny Weasley, For his part, he has shared a tender anecdote that occurred in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, when the Great Hall dressed up for a Christmas ball. “Our dear and revered Maggie, you will be greatly missed by the Harry Potter community. My favorite scene was when we were all learning to dance. She embodied that perfect combination of sass and care, just like McGonagall, keeping Gryffindor on their toes. My deepest condolences to his family.”
© GTRESThe other deaths that have shaken the ‘Harry Potter’ universe
This is not the first time that unconditional fans of harry potter They have had to say goodbye to the artists of their favorite saga, which has marked the childhood of an entire generation and continues to conquer children and adolescents. The Irishman Richard Harry, who played Albus Dumbledore in the first two films, died in 2002. His replacement was taken by Michael Gambon, who lost his life in 2023.
© GTRESWithout a doubt, one of the most tragic losses was that of Alan Rickman, the strict Professor Severus Snape, who died in 2016, at only 69 years old, due to a long cancer. Also due to cancer and at a premature age, specifically at 52 years old, Helen McCrory, known in the films as Narcissa Malfoy, lost her life. Likewise, Robbie Coltrane, the good-natured forest guardian Hagrid, died in 2022 due to multiple organ failure.
