BBC Two fans 'heartbroken' over Maggie Smith tribute on late star's 90th birthday
The BBC paid tribute to late actress Dame Maggie Smith on what should have been her 90th birthday today. The Harry Potter and Downton Abbey star passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on September 27, aged 89.
This evening BBC Two aired Maggie Smith at the BBC as Celia Imrie narrated a celebration of the life, work and TV appearances made by the star over the years. Other big names such as Judi Dench and Derek Jacobi made special appearances as they remarked on their favourite memories of their co-star and friend.
The special programme showcased a rich selection of classic clips from the 1960s to the 2020s, all demonstrating her wit, wisdom and unique ability to leave interviewers and audiences shaking with laughter. It also showed moments of Maggie's famously sharp tongue.
However, as viewers tuned in to the BBC documentary, fans were hit with fresh heartbreak as they were reminded that one of their favourite actresses was gone. Posting to X (formerly Twitter), one fan said: "What do you mean Maggie Smith died? She's one of my favourite artists and I missed it!??? I'm so sad."
"I’d forgotten that Maggie Smith died and now I’m sad again. Heartbroken," another added with a third writing: "I just remembered that maggie smith died and I am SAD."
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Maggie Smith should have been 90 today (Image: BBC)Others were in awe of Maggie's brilliance, with one fan noting: "Maggie Smith is captivating. I didn’t even mean to watch this BBC2 documentary about her.
"She’s like a compulsive read in the form of a person. And very beautiful. Reminds me of my Pilates instructor."
Another added: "Maggie Smith on the Beeb, Finally some good use of my license fee." While one more penned: "There's a programme on the 'tele' about Dame Maggie Smith and she was terribly attractive, don't you think?
"I dunno, every time I see footage of her being interviewed I think how attractive she is, and droll and interesting. A character. And quite stylish too."
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At the time of her death, in a statement issued via their publicist, the Dame's sons Chris Larkin and Toby Stephens said: “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, September 27.
“An intensely private person, she was with friends and family at the end. She leaves 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 the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their care and unstinting kindness during her final days.
“We thank you for all your kind messages and support and ask that you respect our privacy at this time.”
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