King Charles and Queen Camilla have shared a heartwarming tribute following the death of Dame Maggie Smith. 

The King said in a statement: ” My wife and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Dame Maggie Smith.

“As the curtain comes down on a national treasure, we join all those around the world in remembering with the fondest admiration and affection her many great performances, and her warmth and wit that shone through both on and off the stage.”

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