Maggie Smith Trivia Questions

Smith was not an athlete; she trained as an actress at the Oxford Playhouse. This myth likely stems from confusion with other British actresses.

She won Best Actress for 'The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie' (1969) and Best Supporting Actress for 'California Suite' (1978). The statement is partly true but misstates the categories.

Smith was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007 while filming the Harry Potter series. She continued working, wearing a wig for the role during chemotherapy.

Smith has won two Oscars, multiple Emmys, and a Tony, but not for the same role. Helen Mirren and others have achieved this triple crown for different roles.

She actually played Ophelia in a 1952 production of 'Hamlet' at the Oxford Playhouse. Many assume she avoided Shakespeare due to her film fame.

Smith actually accepted her damehood in 1990. The rumor of a refusal is a persistent myth, possibly conflated with other celebrities who declined honors.

Coward directed Smith in the 1961 play 'The Rehearsal' and later cast her in 'Private Lives'. She called him a mentor and friend.

Smith was initially considered for Sybill Trelawney, but director Chris Columbus felt she was perfect for the stricter McGonagall. The switch surprised fans.