Maggie Smith was phenomenal as Professor McGonagall in the Harry Potter movies, and her best scenes from the series showcase her acting talents.

Maggie Smith, who played Professor Minerva McGonagall in the “Harry Potter” movie franchise, died Friday at 89 years old.

Beloved British actor Maggie Smith, who stole hearts in her portrayal of Downton Abbey’s Violet Crawley and Harry Potter’s Professor Minerva McGonagall, died on the morning of Friday, Sept. 27, at the age of 89.