Dame Maggie Smith is hailed as ‘wise, witty, waspish, wonderful’ as celebrities pay tribute after her death

As I reflect on my own life and career, I find myself drawn to the spirit of the incomparable Maggie Smith, who recently left us all too soon. In the words of many, she was a fountain of wisdom, quick with her wit, and never shy about expressing herself, even when it came to the pointed remarks that made us laugh and cringe simultaneously. But above all, she was simply magical – a true delight to watch on screen and an inspiration off it.

Dune: Prophecy is set 30 years after the book ‘Sisterhood of Dune’

This year, Denis Villeneuve astounded us with his grand production, “Dune: Part Two,” showcasing his breathtaking depiction of the desert world Arrakis, its colossal sandworms, and the emergence of Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet), an unforeseen space messiah. However, that’s not the only “Dune”-related content we’ll be seeing on our screens this year. In just a short span of time, we’ll also be treated to the debut of “Dune: Prophecy,” an exciting new spinoff series set to air on Max.

Star Wars: Rebels at 10: A newcomer’s first impressions

A few years back, I spent a weekend at Disneyland with a fellow “Star Wars” enthusiast, who shared her beloved TV show with me. She quoted Jedi Masters, spoke fondly of the actors off-screen, and showed off fan art she had created. As I hadn’t watched a single minute of “Star Wars: Rebels” until then, I caught up by watching the first three episodes before boarding my flight. Over the years that followed, I occasionally tuned in to some episodes of the series.