Behind The Curtain: The Life Of Maggie Smith

9. Early Debut: In 1952, Maggie Smith had her stage debut at the Oxford Playhouse.

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8. Oscar Winnings: In 1969 for The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and in 1978 for California Suite, she was awarded an Academy Award.

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7. Stage Legend: Smith set a record by winning six Evening Standard Theatre Awards.

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6. Icon of Downton Abbey: Ascended to international prominence in the series as Violet Crawley.

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5. Harry Potter Star: During the Harry Potter series, she portrayed Professor McGonagall.

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4. Known for her parts in movies such as Gosford Park and A Room with a View, she is a period drama queen.

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3. Late Success: Starred in movies such as The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel for a while.

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2. Private Life: Mother of two actor-turned-actor kids, and twice married.

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1. Won numerous honors, including a Tony, four Emmys, two Oscars, and many more.

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