Bollywood celebrities, including Kareena Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor, recently paid tribute to iconic actress Maggie Smith, famous for her role as Professor McGonagall in the Harry Potter series. The tribute followed news of Maggie Smith’s passing, with stars sharing their admiration and respect for the British legend on social media.
Kareena Kapoor expressed her deep love for Smith’s work, calling her an “inspiration” for generations of actors. She highlighted how Maggie’s unforgettable performances left a lasting impression on fans worldwide, especially through her portrayal in Harry Potter. Kareena Kapoor posted a picture of Maggie Smith with the caption “Forever in Power,” adding a star and heart emoji.
She also quoted memorable lines of Smith from Downton Abbey: “I am a woman dear. I can be as contrary as I choose.”
Priyanka Chopra shared a video of Dame Maggie Smith on her Instagram story, and captioned, “The end of an era. Rest in peace, Dame Maggie Smith.”
Sonam Kapoor also joined in, sharing her condolences and appreciation for Smith’s contribution to the world of cinema. She admired her timeless elegance and stellar acting that transcended different generations of viewers.
Smith had a number of noteworthy cinema roles over her career. She debuted as the severe yet witty Mother Superior in Sister Act (1992), was a member of the ensemble cast in Murder by Death (1976), and co-starred as Granny Wendy opposite Robin Williams in Hook (1991). She delighted fans with her humor and charm in a later role in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011) as a grumpy pensioner.
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