News of Smith’s death was confirmed by her sons, Toby Stephens and Chris Larkin. “It is with great sadness we have to announce the death of Dame Maggie Smith. She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September,” they said in a statement.

Michael Gambon, who has died aged 82, played Dumbledore in six of the eight "Harry Potter" movies. Here's how he was cast in the role.

Actor Michael Gambon, best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the “Harry Potter” movies, has died at 82 following a “bout of pneumonia,” a statement issued on behalf of his family said on Thursday,

Several stars of the "Harry Potter" films have died, including Alan Rickman, Michael Gambon, and most recently, Maggie Smith, who played McGonagall.

Dumbledore actor Michael Gambon used to prank Daniel Radcliffe when they were filming "Harry Potter" together.

Harry Potter fans gather to raise their wands in honor of the late Michael Gambon, recreating the scene after Dumbledore's death in Half-Blood Prince.

Sir Michael Gambon dies: his best on screen roles, from Dumbledore to Maigret - The legendary stage actor, known as The Great Gambon, has starred in everything from Doctor Who to Cranford, and from Go