Happy Birthday to the legendary Maggie Smith! ✨ From 'Gosford Park' to Downton Abbey, which of Maggie's 88 acting credits is your favorite? https://imdb.to/3FlLICv | IMDb

#OnThisDay 1967: Maggie Smith told Clive Goodwin that she had Kenneth Williams to thank for some of her comedic turns onstage. | BBC Archive

“The art of acting is the art of listening.” Dame Maggie Smith, a true legend, shares her wisdom in this incredible interview. 🎥 Here are a few golden nuggets of advice from her: 1️⃣ “Be present.” Acting is about truly listening and reacting, not just waiting for your turn to speak. 2️⃣ “Don’t overthink it.” Sometimes, simplicity is the most powerful choice. 3️⃣ ”Know your lines, then forget them.” Preparation is key, but let the moment guide you. Her decades of experience remind us that acting