'Harry Potter' stars pay tribute to Maggie Smith: 'She kept Gryffindor on their toes'

Dame Maggie Smith has died aged 89 and her harry potter The costars share their fondest memories of the two-time Oscar winner.

Daniel Radcliffe, who played the titular boy wizard in all eight films, recalled warmly in a statement shared with Smith. Entertainment Weekly. “He was a great wit, a gloriously sharp tongue, intimidating and charming at the same time and, as everyone will tell you, extremely funny,” he said. “I will always feel incredibly lucky to have worked with him, and spent time around him on set. The word legend is overused but if it applies to anyone in our industry, it applies to him. Thanks Maggie.”

Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger in every installment of the series, paid tribute to Smith on her Instagram story. “When I was young I had no idea of ​​the legend of Maggie — the woman I had the privilege of sharing space with,” he wrote. “It was only when I became an adult that I realized that I shared the screen with a true definition of greatness. She was genuine, honest, funny and self-respecting. Maggie, there were a lot of men. Thank you Professor and you for all your kindness. .”

Rupert Grint, who played Ron Weasley in all eight films, paid tribute goblet of fire dance partner in an Instagram post on Saturday. “Heartbroken to hear about Maggie,” he wrote. “He was so special, always smiling and always kind. I feel incredibly lucky to have shared a set with him and especially lucky to have shared a dance. I will miss you, Maggie. Sending all my love to his family.”

Gary Oldman, who played Sirius Black in four films, shared a statement with EW praising the late actress' talent. “Maggie Smith, along with a truly great [Laurence] Olivier and [John] Gielgud…those who witnessed his dazzling talent on stage say they will never forget him,” he said. “His brilliant film performances are there for all to see and enjoy. One such artist comes with almost every generation. If one is lucky.”

Mark Williams, who played Arthur Weasley in seven of the eight Kumar Films, in a statement shared with Smith recalled a memory Entertainment Weekly. “In one of the harry potter I decided not to wear a suit to the (forget) premiere,” Williams said. “A tailor friend of mine made me a dress that had a very chic striped blazer. Maggie saw me, a twinkle in her eye: 'Have you just come from Henley?' I never dared to wear it again.”

Bonnie Wright, who plays Ginny Weasley in every film in the series, also posted a sweet statement about Smith on Instagram. “Our beloved and respected head of Gryffindor house, you will be sorely missed harry potter community,” he wrote. “My favorite scene with Maggie was when we were all learning to dance for the Yule Ball. She embodied the perfect balance and loving care of McGonagall. She kept the Gryffindors on their toes. My deepest condolences to Maggie's family at this time.”

Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy in each Kumar Tributes to the film, as well as the actress. “Deeply saddened to wake up to the news of Maggie's passing,” he said on Instagram. “There was no one like him. Thank you for looking after us literally from day one. Thank you for not kicking me off the set when I couldn't stop laughing during your transfiguration class. Thank you for guiding us. Raise your wand. ”

Devon Murray, who played Seamus Finnigan in eight installments of the series, shared a few sweet (and wacky) anecdotes about Smith. “I'm saddened to hear of the passing of Maggie Smith's “Lady,” she wrote on Instagram. “Maggie was the scariest person I've ever met but once she cracked, she was the kindest, most caring and loving woman I've ever met.”

He continued, “I have so many fond memories with Maggie. From getting drunk while waiting for faxes at the hotel reception to having some of the best hugs and cuddles in the world and even trying to keep a straight face while shooting Maggie. The scene when a baboon is constantly masturbating. With that said, we have shared many wonderful moments together that I will treasure.”

Murray posted a poster for the first one harry potter Film, known as UK Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone In the US, with the caption, “This poster is now a different hit” with a sad emoji. In addition to Smith, the poster features Richard Harris (Albus Dumbledore), Alan Rickman (Severus Snape) and Robbie Coltrane (Rubeus Hagrid), all of whom are now deceased.

James Phelps, who played Fred Weasley in eight films, paid tribute to Smith on his Instagram story. “So sad to hear the news today,” he wrote. “It was an honor to be on the same set as Dame Maggie Smith. In HP, she was always welcoming, funny and showed how to act not only on set but off it. My thoughts are with her family. Sad time.”

Afshan Azad, who played the role of Padma Patil in Five Kumar Films, shared a photo of Smith on his Instagram story and wrote, “Icon. An absolute honor to share the same room as you alone on screen. There will be no one else. Thoughts and love go out to all his friends and family and all the Potter family.”

Anna Shaffer, who played Romilda Vane in all three movies, also shared a photo of Smith on her Instagram story. “Can't believe I got it [breathe] same wind What a truly amazing woman, truly amazing actor,” he wrote. In another story, he wrote, “I hope everyone watches Tea with the Dames This weekend, the brilliant Dame M in all her glory. One by one!!!”

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Chris Rankin, who played Percy Weasley in five films, also paid a brief tribute to Smith. “There aren't many people in the world who were as brilliant, sharp-tongued, funny, kind or intimidating as Maggie Smith,” she wrote on Instagram. “I was really lucky to share a film set with him. They don't do that anymore.”

Josh Hardman, who played Gregory Goyle in eight films, posted a photo of Smith on his Instagram story with the caption “RIP” and a crying emoji.