Actress Maggie Smith died “peacefully” on September 27, and Hollywood was quick to pay tributes.

Daniel Radcliffe, Smith’s “Harry Potter” co-star, issued a statement paying tribute to the star, who portrayed Professor Minerva McGonagall, the head of Gryffindor House, in the series.

“The first time I met Maggie Smith I was 9 years old and we were reading through scenes for ‘David Copperfield,’ which was my first job. I knew virtually nothing about her other than my parents were impressed that I would do it.” “I will be working with her,” Radcliffe said in a statement to Variety.

Maggie Smith worked in the film and television industry for 60 years. (John Hayes/Jenny Lewis)

“The other thing I knew about her was that she was a lady, so the first thing I asked her when we met was, ‘Would you like me to call you a lady?’ to which she laughed and said something to the effect of, “Don’t be ridiculous!” I remember how nervous I was when I met her and how she immediately put me at ease. She was incredibly kind to me during filming, and then I was lucky enough to work with her on the Harry Potter films for another ten years.

MAGGIE SMITH, “DOWNTON ABBEY” AND “HARRY POTTER” STAR, DIES AT 89

“She had a fierce intellect, a wonderfully sharp tongue, could intimidate and charm at the same time and, as anyone will tell you, was extremely funny. I will always consider myself incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to work with her, and that too.” “Spend time with her on set.” The word “legend” is thrown around a lot, but if it applies to anyone in our industry, it’s it also applies to them. Thanks, Maggie.

King Charles III honored Smith in a statement to GBN on Friday.

“The word legend is overused, but if it applies to someone in our industry, then it applies to them too. “Thank you, Maggie.”

– Daniel Radcliffe

“My wife and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Dame Maggie Smith. As the curtain falls on a national treasure, we join everyone around the world in remembering with the greatest admiration and affection her many great performances and her warmth and wit that shone through both on and off stage,” it said his explanation.

Hugh Bonneville, who starred opposite Smith in “Downton Abbey,” said in a statement to The Associated Press: “Anyone who has ever shared a scene with Maggie will attest to her keen eye, sharp mind and impressive talent . She was a true legend.” Fortunately, her generation will live on in so many great film performances. My condolences go out to her boys and family.

Rob Lowe took to X, formerly of Twitter, and wrote: “Saddened to hear that Dame Maggie Smith has died. I had the unforgettable experience of working with her; Sharing a two-shot was like being paired with a lion. She could eat any living person,” and we often did. But fun and great company. We’ll never see a fool again.

George Takei wrote: “A great film and stage star has died. Maggie Smith, most recently known for her unforgettable roles as the Dowager Countess in Downton Abbey and Professor McGonagall in the Harry Potter films, has died at the age of 89. Both fans old and young will miss her dearly.

Ariana Grande shared a photo of Smith on her Instagram Story and included several hearts and infinity signs.

“Maggie Smith was a great woman and a brilliant actress. I still can’t believe I was lucky enough to work with the ‘One of a Kind.’ “My deepest condolences to the family…rest,” Whoopi Goldberg, who starred alongside Smith in “Sister Act,” wrote on Instagram .

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Smith’s sons Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens issued a statement to Fox News Digital on Friday through Smith’s publicist Clair Dobbs announcing the actress’s death.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith. She passed away peacefully in hospital this morning, Friday September 27th,” the statement said.

Maggie Smith died “peacefully” at the age of 89. (Jenny Lewis)

“She was an extremely private person and ended up hanging out with friends and family,” the statement continued. “She leaves behind two sons and five loving grandchildren who are devastated by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their care and tireless kindness during their final days.”

“We thank you for all your kind messages and support and ask that you respect our privacy during this time.”

Born in Ilford, England, In 1934, the Academy Award-winning actress became best known for her roles as Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey and Professor Minerva McGonagall in Harry Potter. Films.

Dame Maggie Smith was known for her roles in Downton Abbey and Harry Potter. (Reuters/Peter Nicholls)

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Smith launched her career in 1952 when she appeared as Viola in Twelfth Night at the Oxford Playhouse. She made her Broadway debut in 1956 with various roles in “New Faces of ’56” at the Ethel Barrymore Theater.

That same year, Smith appeared in her first film, Child in the House. In 1959, she received her first British Academy Film Award nomination for her role in Nowhere to Go.

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Smith received her first Oscar nomination for best supporting actress for her performance in “Othello” in 1965. She won the Oscar four years later Oscar for best actress for her appearance in the 1969 film “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie.”

Maggie Smith received honors from colleagues in Hollywood and around the world. (representing Maggie Smith)

Over the course of her 60-year career, Smith appeared in various films, television shows and theater productions. She won two Oscars, four Golden Globe Awards, four Emmy Awards, five Screen Actors Guild Awards and a Tony Award.

Smith was married to Beverley Cross until his death in March 1998.

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Smith is survived by her two sons, Chris Stephens and Toby Larkin, whom she shared with her ex-husband, actor Robert Stephens, and five grandchildren.

The Associated Press contributed to this report