Smith’s family confirmed her death in a statement to the BBC.
“She passed away peacefully in hospital early this morning, Friday 27th September. 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.”
She is one of 24 actors to achieve the “Triple Crown of Acting,” being awarded a competitive Academy Award, Emmy, and Tony.