Hugh Bonneville, 61, makes heartwarming promise to honour Dame Maggie Smith in final Downton Abbey film

Hugh Bonneville, 61, makes heartwarming promise to honour Dame Maggie Smith in final Downton Abbey film

Downton Abbey star Hugh Bonneville has paid an emotional tribute to the late Dame Maggie Smith, vowing that the beloved franchise’s final film will serve as a lasting homage to her legacy.Appearing on The One Show this week, Bonneville, 61, reflected on the poignant experience of filming Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, the final chapter in a series that has captivated audiences worldwide for over 15 years.“It was quite poignant making the show …