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Beloved British actress Dame Maggie Smith, best known for her roles in the Harry Potter films and Downton Abbey, has died at the age of 89.

Smith’s family confirmed her death in a statement to the BBC. “She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September,” they said. “An intensely private person, she was with friends and family at the end. She leaves two sons and five loving grandchildren who are devastated by the loss of their extraordinary mother and grandmother.”

Thanks to her affinity for comedic performances, Smith stole the hearts of viewers across generations — from her breakout title role in 1969’s The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie to her work as Violet Crawley in Downton Abbey. Her most widely recognized role was as Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter franchise.

Smith is one of 24 actors to achieve the “Triple Crown of Acting,” being awarded a competitive Academy Award,...

She’s someone who knows how to make her moves, but in the most silent way. There’s a new report that suggests Queen Camilla might be making a point and sending a message to the world by wearing some of Queen Elizabeth’s favorite jewelry pieces.

Some eagle-eyed fans noticed that the Queen of England has been wearing her mother-in-law’s statement pieces during her most recent royal engagements and public appearances. Keep reading below for everything you need to know.

Queen Camilla – Is Sending The World A New Message About Her Next Move

Apparently, Queen Camilla has something to tell the world about herself and she’s doing it by wearing certain accessories.

According to a new report by The Times, it seems like King Charles’ wife is being very strategic with her style statements as she probably wants the world to know that she’s in charge,...

The coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey captivated viewers worldwide. With the regal splendor of the coronation regalia and a host of stunning royal jewels, the occasion was one for the ages.

While Camilla was adorned with some extravagant jewelry, Kate Middleton’s necklace drew attention with its impressive value. Not only was this piece an absolute marvel to behold, but it also carried a staggering worth that surpassed even that of Camilla’s necklace.

Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton | Andy Stenning – Wpa Pool/Getty Images Kate Middleton’s coronation necklace is worth this staggering amount

The coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey showcased an impressive array of royal jewels. This included the coronation regalia, which was last seen at Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation.

But one of the most talked about items was Kate’s stunning necklace. The Princess of Wales selected the necklace as...

The British royal family’s stunning collection of jewels will be on display during the coronation of King Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles on May 6. But one jewel worn by several U.K. queens won’t be a part of the grand event. The queen consort will not wear the striking – and controversial – Koh-i-Noor diamond during the ceremony.

The Koh-i-Noor diamond was looted from India [L-r] Camilla Parker Bowles; the Queen Mother’s crown with the Koh-i-Noor diamond | Samir Hussein/WireImage; Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)

The Koh-i-Noor diamond has been part of the British crown jewels since the reign of Queen Victoria. But the gem has a complicated history, with India claiming it is the rightful owner of the stone.

Exactly when the 105-carat Koh-i-Noor diamond was discovered is unclear. But according to Smithsonian Magazine, it was part of the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan’s jewel-encrusted “Peacock Throne,...

Young Camilla Parker Bowles never shied away from her family’s ties to the royal family. Instead, she embraced them. Camilla claimed to be proud her great-grandmother was the king’s lover. After her marriage to King Charles, Camilla called herself “practically royalty” due to her family’s scandalous past.

Camilla Parker Bowles is proud of her family’s long ties to the royal family. | Eddie Mulholland/Wpa Pool/Getty Images Camilla Parker Bowles wasn’t born into a well-to-do family

Camilla Parker-Bowles wasn’t born into a well-to-do family. However, her father, Major Bruce Shand, was Vice Lord Lieutenant of East Sussex. Therefore his lofty position in society afforded young Camilla, an upwardly mobile lifestyle with a group of high-society young women.

As a child, she attended Queen’s Gate School in South Kensington, one of the country’s most prestigious schools. There, she began flaunting her family’s scandalous past,...

Camilla Parker Bowles‘ title change to Queen Camilla on her, and King Charles III’s official coronation invitation ruffled some feathers among royalists. The event will usher in a new season for the royal family, with King Charles III as its leader and Camilla as queen consort. However, as the dust settles one day after the announcement, a royal photographer believes Camilla has “earned” the updated title. Here’s why.

Camilla Queen Consort photographed in a royal carriage | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Since 1999, Camilla Parker Bowles has tried to earn the public’s trust after years of scandals

Camilla Parker Bowles was branded the other woman in the marriage of then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana. From the onset of Diana and Charles’ union, Camilla appeared square in the middle.

However, Camilla stayed out of the public spotlight after Diana and Charles’ separation and subsequent divorce. She quietly divorced her husband of over 21 years,...

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, made a stunning appearance at the 2023 Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey this past March 13. She wore a floral-print navy peplum jacket and matching midi skirt from Erdem’s pre-fall 2023 collection. Kate accessorized with a brimmed navy hat and historical jewelry pieces. They included Princess Diana’s sapphire-and-diamond double-drop earrings and Queen Alexandra’s Three Feathers Brooch.

The meaning behind Kate Middleton’s Commonwealth Day brooch and earrings Kate Middleton at the 2023 Commonwealth Day Service | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images

Kate’s brooch and earrings are gorgeous pieces. But they also hold a special place in the royal family’s history.

The Three Feathers Brooch has been a family heirloom for generations. The feather motif symbolizes the Prince of Wales and signifies a connection to the royal family. Adorned with diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds, the brooch was gifted to Princess Alexandra by the Ladies...

Camilla Parker Bowles will be crowned queen consort alongside King Charles III. The title of queen consort is different than other royal family titles and is symbolic rather than powerful. Historically, the number of women who have held this title are very few. Why is the significance of a queen consort, and who has held the title before Camilla? Here are the details.

Camilla, Queen Consort | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Camilla’s status will not change within the royal family when she is crowned queen consort

According to Express, Camilla’s title, queen consort, will not change her status within the royal family. It is a role that rests entirely on her marriage to the king. This means she will not ascend to the throne if Charles dies before her.

A consort does not share the monarch’s political or military powers unless required to act as regents. In any event,...

King Charles III and his wife, Camilla, Queen Consort, will be simultaneously crowned on May 6, 2023, at Westminster Abbey. The couple rose to power in the United Kingdom upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II in Sept. 2022. They will formally ascend to the throne in a lavish but somewhat scaled-back coronation weekend. The couple’s reign will be historical for a significant reason. Can you guess what it is?

King Charles III and Camilla Parker Bowles pictured in 2013 | Robin Utrecht/ Pool/Getty Images Charles and Camilla will be the first king and queen consort crowned together in 86 years

Charles ascended to the monarchy’s top spot upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in Sept. 2022. The coronation formalizes the monarch’s role as the head of the Church of England and marks the transfer of his title and powers.

As for Camilla, being crowned as consort also formalizes her...

Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning monarch in the UK and has more property and power than most probably know, so when it comes to her jewelry collection, it's not that surprising that she has a lot of jewels and gems to share . . . if she so decides!

The British royal family is one of a kind, which is made clear by the fact that they're still heads of the British monarchy, reside in a palace, and have a jewelry collection so vast that most of it is stored in a special tower. In fact, the short list of who gets to wear the crown jewels is even more telling of the royals and their prominence than one might think. So, who has access to these coveted gems, jewels, and crowns? The reigning monarch of course has full access to the crown jewels, but Her Majesty isn't the only one who...

For most people, the title "the Queen" can only evoke one person: Queen Elizabeth II, the long-reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. Elizabeth II is an icon, which makes it easy to forget that she's also just a person like all of us. One thing she doesn't have in common with the rest of us, though, is the sheer variety of names, nicknames, and titles she carries. Here's a quick guide:

At birth, the Queen was christened Elizabeth Alexandra Mary. Her first name honors her mother, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, while her two middle names are nods to her great-grandmother, Queen Alexandra, and her paternal grandmother, Queen Mary. Technically, she has a surname of Windsor, but senior members of the royal family do not use last names. Instead, because her father was then Prince Albert, Duke of York, she was officially titled Her Royal Highness Princess Elizabeth of York.

No one does wedding gifts like Queen Elizabeth! Though her grandson Prince Harry and his new wife Meghan Markle asked for charitable donations to celebrate their marriage in lieu of actual presents, the Queen plays by her own rules. Not only has she conferred a shiny new Dukedom and a handful of titles upon the newlyweds, the monarch is also set to provide them with a stately home on the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England because one residence is never enough! Earlier this month, reports suggested that York Cottage has been earmarked by Her Majesty as a suitable property for the Sussexes (just as Anmer Hall was assigned for Prince William and Kate Middleton after their wedding). (Photo Credit: Getty Images) Built to house the overflow of extra guests at Sandringham during the hunting season and originally known as the Bachelor's Cottage (because the majority of said guests were unmarried...