News of Smith’s death was confirmed by her sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin. “It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith. She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September,” they said in a statement.

Michael Gambon, who has died aged 82, played Dumbledore in six of the eight "Harry Potter" movies. Here's how he was cast in the role.

Celebrities and fans are mourning the passing of "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress Maggie Smith, who passed away on Friday at the age of 89.

Several stars of the "Harry Potter" films have died, including Alan Rickman, Michael Gambon, and most recently, Maggie Smith, who played McGonagall.

Dumbledore actor Michael Gambon used to prank Daniel Radcliffe when they were filming "Harry Potter" together.

Award-winning actress Dame Maggie Smith, known for 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey,' dies peacefully at 89.

Honoring the life of Dame Maggie Smith, the trailblazing British actress known for her iconic roles in 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey.'

Maggie Smith, who won an Oscar for 1969 film “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” and won new fans in the 21st century as the dowager Countess of Grantham in “Downton Abbey” and Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter films,

Actors, collaborators and fans who worked with Dame Maggie Smith are paying tribute to the award-winning actor, known for her roles in the “Harry Potter” movies and “Downton Abbey.”

Tributes quickly began to pour in after the death of "Downton Abbey" and "Harry Potter" actress Maggie Smith. Smith died "peacefully" in her sleep Friday.

Dame Maggie Smith was one of Britain's best-loved and most celebrated actresses, with a career spanning eight decades. Her first performances came on stage in the 1950s, and her last screen role was just a year ago,