sueg
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Post by sueg on Sept 27, 2024 13:38:36 GMT
This has just come across my news feed. The story is being reported by the BBC, so a reputable source. Dame Maggie Smith dies, aged 89
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Tearisci
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Post by Tearisci on Sept 27, 2024 13:41:01 GMT
I just shared this with my siblings. Such a sad loss.
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naby64
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Post by naby64 on Sept 27, 2024 13:46:20 GMT
Oh this hits hard! I was just watching Harry Potter last night. That is my comfort movie series.
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wellway
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Post by wellway on Sept 27, 2024 13:54:53 GMT
So sad, she was an extraordinary actress with many achievements to her name.
From wiki
She received numerous accolades including two Academy Awards, five BAFTA Awards, four Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Tony Award as well as nominations for six Laurence Olivier Awards.
Smith was one of the few performers to earn the Triple Crown of Acting.
Her wiki page is worth a read.
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pilcas
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Post by pilcas on Sept 27, 2024 14:09:43 GMT
I just heard. She was indeed a Dame.
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Post by mollycoddle on Sept 27, 2024 14:18:59 GMT
I am so sad to see this. May she rest in peace.
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hutchfan
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Post by hutchfan on Sept 27, 2024 14:27:39 GMT
So saddened to hear this news. She was a legend, what an incredible portfolio of work she has left for hers fans to enjoy for eternity.
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Post by gar on Sept 27, 2024 14:41:43 GMT
As the saying goes...they don't make 'em like that anymore  |
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3boysnme
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Aug 1, 2023 13:28:26 GMT
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Post by 3boysnme on Sept 27, 2024 14:55:37 GMT
Oh no! Such sad news. I loved her portrayals in Harry Potter series, and Sister Act. I have never seen Downton Abbey but I've always wanted to watch. Never found the time. May have to look for it on one of the streaming channels and watch from beginning. May she rest in Love and Light.
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Post by melanell on Sept 27, 2024 14:59:59 GMT
This is so sad to hear.
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Sept 27, 2024 15:01:16 GMT
oh, nooooo!!  love and light, indeed. |
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Post by scrapmaven on Sept 27, 2024 15:06:53 GMT
She was a great actress and this is such a sad loss.
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Post by malibou on Sept 27, 2024 15:10:35 GMT
Such a sad loss of a fierce woman.
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zippythebird
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Post by zippythebird on Sept 27, 2024 15:33:02 GMT
An Amazing Actress & an Amazing Woman
If you have not watched Lady in a van please do it is a masterclass in acting .
She was a true Icon RIP
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Post by lucyg on Sept 27, 2024 15:57:44 GMT
I am 71 years old, and the first time I saw her in a movie, I was in high school. The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. I’ve been following that amazing woman all my life. So sad.
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Post by gillyp on Sept 27, 2024 16:27:05 GMT
I’m really sorry to see this.
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Post by gar on Sept 27, 2024 16:59:34 GMT
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Post by cakediva on Sept 27, 2024 16:59:41 GMT
Awww SO sad....
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Post by Restless Spirit on Sept 27, 2024 17:03:24 GMT
I am 71 years old, and the first time I saw her in a movie, I was in high school. The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. I’ve been following that amazing woman all my life. So sad. Me too! I was just going to post this. I was so impressed and knew she was someone I wanted to watch from then on. |
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Post by cecilia on Sept 27, 2024 17:47:26 GMT
"Go with God, Crispy" in Sister Act II is probably my favorite line of hers. Maybe since I was a kid when it came out and I watched it religiously.(No pun intended).
Godspeed, Dame.
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Post by lucyg on Sept 27, 2024 18:44:11 GMT
That. Was. Fabulous.  Me too! I was just going to post this. I was so impressed and knew she was someone I wanted to watch from then on. You are my soul sister.  |
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Post by anniefb on Sept 27, 2024 23:37:41 GMT
So sad. She was an amazing actress.
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Post by bc2ca on Sept 28, 2024 0:38:44 GMT
I am 71 years old, and the first time I saw her in a movie, I was in high school. The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. I’ve been following that amazing woman all my life. So sad. I remember as a 9-10 year old watching clips from the movie during the Oscars and knowing she was a true star. As much as she was an incredible dramatic actor, it was her humor and comedic lines that are my favorites. |
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scrapngranny
Pearl Clutcher
Only slightly senile
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Post by scrapngranny on Sept 28, 2024 1:43:21 GMT
I can’t even imagine Downton Abbey without Granny. She was an amazing actress and will be missed.
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camcas
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Post by camcas on Sept 28, 2024 4:17:27 GMT
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Post by katieanna on Sept 29, 2024 17:39:30 GMT
Loved her! A very talented actress and a great lady. She will be missed.
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