Judi Dench Mourns the Loss of Longtime Friend Maggie Smith

The celebrated actress became emotional while discussing her grief at the Cheltenham Literature Festival.

Judi Dench was visibly moved when asked about the recent death of her close friend Maggie Smith during an event on October 5.
Maggie Smith, known for her roles in Harry Potter and other classics, passed away on September 27 at the age of 89.
Dench and Smith shared a longstanding friendship, having worked together on numerous films and stage productions since the 1950s.
Dench spoke about her unique way of coping with grief, likening it to petrol, and shared her practice of planting trees in memory of deceased friends.
Smith's death was announced by her sons, who expressed gratitude for the support and care from the hospital staff during her final days.