The Crawleys soldier on in 'Downton Abbey 3' without their beloved matriarch Maggie Smith, but her legacy looms large in this poignant tribute.
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The late Maggie Smith's character, the Dowager Countess, will be honored in a 'meaningful' way despite her absence in 'Downton Abbey 3'.
Producers promise the third installment will see the Crawley family navigating life's challenges without their iconic family matriarch, but her spirit will still be felt throughout.