The stars pay tribute Maggie Smith‘s estate after the actress passed away on Friday, September 27. She was 89.

Smith’s two sons, Toby and Chris, confirmed their mother’s death in a statement to the BBC.

“It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith,” their statement read. “She passed away peacefully in hospital this morning, Friday 27 September. She was an intensely private person and was with friends and family at the end. She is survived by two sons and five loving grandchildren, who are devastated by the loss of their special mother and grandmother.”

They continued: “We would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital for their care and continued 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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Smith was best known for her roles in the Harry Potter And Downton Abbey franchises. She was also made a Dame Commander in 1990 and later received the title of Companion of Honor from the British Royal Family in 2014.

After Smith’s death, many stars paid their respects to her loved ones. Keep scrolling to read their tribute:

Hugh Bonneville

Smith’s Downton costar Bonneville expressed his “condolences to her boys and the wider family” in a statement to the BBC.

“Anyone who has ever shared a scene with Maggie will attest to her keen eye, sharp wit and formidable talent,” he added. “She was a true legend of her generation and will happily live on in so many wonderful film performances.”

Rob Lowe

“Saddened to hear that Dame Maggie Smith has passed away. I had the unforgettable experience of working with her; Sharing a two-shot was like being paired with a lion,” he wrote via X, referencing their experience filming the 1993 movies. Suddenly last summer. ‘She could eat anyone alive, and often did. But funny and good company. And suffered no fools. We will never see another again. God speed, Mrs. Smith!

Maren Morris

Morris revealed via her Instagram Story that she has always enjoyed Smith’s roles The Secret Garden, Hook, Sister Act, Harry Potter And Downton Abbey.

“My childhood,” the singer wrote. “Don’t worry, Maggie Smith.”

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Omid Djalili

“We lost one of the best today. RIP Maggie Smith,” the British comedian wrote via X.

Gyles Brandreth

The British broadcaster shared a photo of his 2021 interview with Smith.

“The saddest news: Dame Maggie Smith’s death marks the end of a golden era and a very special life,” Brandreth wrote via X. “She was a truly wonderful actress, ‘one of the greats’ and simply the best of company: wise, witty, waspish, wonderful. Unique in every respect and therefore irreplaceable.”