British actress Maggie Smith dies aged 89, BBC reports

The actress is beloved for her iconic role in the Harry Potter franchise

Downton Abbey cast member Maggie Smith poses for the media at a hotel in central London, Britain Aug 13, 2015. Downton Abbey's final season is due to premiere in September. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez/File Photo

British actress Maggie Smith, a double Oscar winner who appeared on stage, in the Harry Potter films and the Downton Abbey series, has died at aged 89, the BBC reported on Friday.