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Maggie Smith: Harry Potter co-stars, JK Rowling and others remember 'legend'

Daniel Radcliffe, who portrayed Harry Potter, described Smith as "incredibly kind," recalling how she put him at ease during their first encounter. Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger, took to Instagram to express her admiration for the Dame. She penned, "She was real, honest, funny and self-honouring. Maggie, there were a lot of male professors and by God, you held your own. Thank you for all of your kindness. I’ll miss you (sic).”