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A few days ago, the world lost an acting legend, Dame Maggie Smith.

Maggie Smith possessed an exceptional communication talent that has been a cornerstone of her illustrious career spanning over six decades. Her ability to convey emotion, character, and nuance through her voice and body language is a masterclass in the art of acting.

Maggie Smith was born under the Yin Water Master Element, a sign of a gentle and refined nature. However, her BaZi chart also reveals some more assertive traits, which contributed to her commanding and sometimes intimidating presence on stage.

Her Yin Water energy is exceptionally strong, as she was born in the middle of the winter season (Rat), a time when Water is most powerful. Furthermore, she is supported by the Metal Element (Rooster), which enhances her strength and resilience.

A key feature of her chart is the Yang Fire element at the top, which plays a crucial role in shaping her talents. Yang Fire acts as a Communicator Supertalent, driving her artistic expression and exceptional communication skills. This fire energy ignites her natural ability to convey emotion, infuse wit, and captivate audiences with her verbal and creative prowess. Alongside this, her Performer Talent, in the form of Yang Wood, also acting as a Supertalent, further fuels her dynamic and versatile acting ability. With these two powerful Elements governing the top of her chart, it’s no surprise that she emerged as a master of creative and verbal expression.

Additionally, the interplay between Water and Earth Elements reveals an Influence Talent Bridge in her chart. This dynamic signifies a strong sense of authority and command, which gives her the ability to portray characters with immense presence and gravitas.

Despite being a well-respected actress in TV and film circles for years, global fame came relatively late in her career. Her breakthrough roles as Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter series and as the sharp-witted Dowager Countess in Downton Abbey catapulted her to worldwide recognition.

This aligns with her Dynamic Luck cycle, where the Earth Element—represented by Yin Earth and Yang Earth—appeared in her chart from 2001 to 2021. For a Yin Water Master Element like Maggie, Earth represents fame, recognition, and the acknowledgment of her immense talent. These two decades were a time of significant success and lasting impact, marking her as a true legend in the world of acting.

Also published on Medium.