King Charles and Queen Camilla just paid tribute to the late Maggie Smith!

When the Oscar-winning actress died in hospital on Friday morning, the royal family considered her a “national treasure”, according to her sons Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens.

The British monarchs wrote on their official Instagram account via the app’s Stories feature: “As the curtain falls on a national treasure, we join everyone around the world in remembering their many great performances with the greatest admiration and affection. “, and her warmth and wit that shone through both off and on stage.”

memory of the Harry Potter Star as an “extraordinary mother and grandmother,” the actress’ family wrote, “She was an extremely private person and ultimately surrounded by friends and family.”

“She leaves behind two sons and five loving grandchildren who are devastated by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother,” they added.

Concluding her heartfelt message, Maggie Smith’s family mentioned: “We would like to thank the wonderful staff at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their care and unwavering kindness during her final days.” We greatly appreciate all of your kind messages and support and ask that you: to respect our privacy during this time.”