Maggie Smith on 60 Minutes

If you missed Maggie Smith on last Sunday's 60 Minutes then you missed a rare opportunity to learn more about this actress in her own words.  The star of Downton Abbey discussed how she never watched the show and thought it appropriate that her character should die off, though not to worry since she has already committed to appearing on a fourth season of the show.  

In the interview, she discussed how her parents thought she was too ugly to go into acting and recommended typing instead.  Yes, it sounds like a plot line in Downton Abbey.  We also learn a little bit more about her 53rd film Quartet, which is directed by Dustin Hoffman who joined her for part of the interview.  Overall, it is an interview you will want to check out.  Go here for the full video.