Emma Watson has written an emotional tribute to her Harry Potter co-star, Dame Maggie Smith, following the legendary actress’s death at the age of 89. Watson honored Smith’s profound influence on her career and expressed her admiration for the wisdom and kindness Smith brought both on and off the set. Smith, renowned for her role as Professor McGonagall, was a beloved figure in the acting world, leaving behind a lasting legacy in film and theatre.
On Friday, Emma Watson broke her silence regarding the passing of her Harry Potter co-star Dame Maggie Smith, who died at age 89. Watson shared a heartfelt tribute on her Instagram stories, expressing her deep admiration for the legendary actress. In her moving message, Watson reflected on their time together and the profound influence Smith had on her life and career.
It was revealed that Downton Abbey actress Dame Maggie Smith passed away in a hospital on Friday morning, prompting an outpouring of tributes from celebrities and fans alike as they mourned the heartbreaking loss.
Emma Watson, 34, shared a touching behind-the-scenes photo on her Instagram stories, showing a moment between her and Smith during the filming of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2. In the photo, Watson is seen smiling softly as Smith gently places her hand on her face in a tender gesture, capturing the warmth of their relationship.
“When I was younger, I had no idea of Maggie’s legend—the woman I was fortunate enough to share space with,” Emma Watson wrote in her tribute. “It is only as I’ve become an adult that I’ve come to appreciate that I shared the screen with the true definition of greatness.”
Watson continued, “She was real, honest, funny, and self-honouring. Maggie, there were a lot of male professors, and by God, you held your own.”
“Thank you for all of your kindness. I’ll miss you,” Emma Watson concluded in her emotional tribute to her fans and followers.
Watson and Dame Maggie Smith starred together in the Harry Potter franchise from 2001 until the final film’s release in 2011. Watson played Hermione Granger, while Smith portrayed Professor Minerva McGonagall.
In a previous interview on The Late Show with David Letterman, Watson shared some advice Smith had given her early in her acting career. Watson admitted she would get “nervous” watching herself on screen, especially during the “early Harry Potter films.” She explained, “I would get very nervous, and twist myself up in my seat like a pretzel and bite my nails, and everything.”
