September 28th 2024.
In the wake of the news of Dame Maggie Smith's passing, fans have been reflecting on her incredible legacy as an actress. Many have been touched by a heartwarming parallel between her role in the 1991 film Hook and the late Robin Williams, who starred alongside her.
Smith, who passed away at the age of 89, had a career spanning seven decades in both film and television. She was known for her diverse roles, including Lady Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey, Charlotte Bartlett in A Room with a View, and, of course, Granny Wendy Darling in Hook. The Steven Spielberg film also featured Dustin Hoffman as the infamous Captain Hook and the beloved Williams as Peter Pan.
In the sequel to the classic tale, Williams played a lawyer named Peter Banning who must return to Neverland to rescue his children. Williams sadly passed away in 2014 at the age of 63, after battling Parkinson's disease. In light of this, fans have noticed a poignant moment between Smith and Williams' characters in Hook that takes on a whole new meaning.
In the scene, Peter is reunited with Wendy and apologizes for taking so long to visit her. As Wendy descends the staircase, she tells Peter, "It's been ten years between visits," before embracing him in a heartfelt "skwudge." It's a touching moment that now holds even more weight, as it's been exactly ten years since Williams' passing. Fans have been emotional as they remember these two beloved actors who have now been reunited, potentially in an afterlife.
But aside from this coincidence, fans have also been moved by the genuine chemistry between Smith and Williams in the film. Many have been commenting on this sweet moment and the emotions it evokes, with some even admitting to crying while watching it.
Hook holds a special place in the hearts of many and was a huge success, earning $300 million at the global box office. In the film, Smith, who was 56 at the time, was aged up to play a 92-year-old grandmother. In a 2014 interview, she recalled a funny moment on set when director Spielberg asked how old she was supposed to be. Her friend immediately responded with, "92!" and that age has stuck with her ever since.
In the same interview, Smith also reflected on the idea of a legacy in the wake of Williams' passing, stating that it doesn't last. This becomes even more poignant now as we mourn her passing and remember her incredible talent and impact on the entertainment industry.
But Smith's death is not the only eerie coincidence. Some have pointed out that exactly a year ago, on September 27, 2023, fellow Harry Potter actor Michael Gambon, who played Dumbledore, also passed away.
Smith's sons announced her death on Friday, stating that she passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. They describe her as an intensely private person and loving mother and grandmother, and her death has left them devastated.
Tributes have been pouring in from all over the world, with countless celebrities and co-stars honoring Smith's life and talent. In a sweet tribute, Daniel Radcliffe, who worked with Smith on David Copperfield when he was just nine years old, described her as incredibly kind and a true legend in the industry.
The news of Smith's passing has deeply affected many, including myself, who grew up watching her iconic roles in Hook and Sister Act. But her legacy will continue to inspire us, and she will always be remembered as a beloved and immensely talented actress.
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