The Unforgettable Frosty Charisma of Maggie Smith

In my eyes, Maggie Smith, who left us on September 27 at the age of 89, made regal aloofness as delicate as a whispering silk scarf. Throughout her distinguished and lauded career on stage and screen before becoming our beloved aunties and enchanting school witches, she was one of those rare talents whose later years brought her even more renown. Smith earned Oscars in 1969 and 1978 for her roles in “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” and “California Suite.” However, she never stopped exploring new ways to showcase her talents as the decades passed, captivating us with a frosty yet charming aura that audiences adored.