This is the list of awards and nominations received by Dame Maggie Smith, whose acting career in motion pictures, television, and on stage spans over 60 years. Among her awards, Smith has won two Oscars, three Emmys, three Golden Globes, a Tony and five BAFTAs, plus two Honorary BAFTAs and an Honorary Olivier award. She holds the record for the most Lead Actress BAFTA Film Award wins with four.
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