As Harry Potter’s story mostly has to deal with serious and dark matters — sometimes even too serious for a school pupil and his friends, even if they’re all wizards — some particular scenes that unite the characters at joyful moments may have brought joy to the actors as well. Though it doesn’t seem like all episodes like this were fun for absolutely everyone.
As it turned out, Emma Watson, who portrayed Hermione Granger in all the films of the famous franchise, found it very hard personally to film the scene of the Yule Ball in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
Why Is the Yule Ball Scene So Iconic?
The ball itself reunites the Hogwarts’ wizards with other magicians from different magic schools and takes place in Hogwarts ahead of the Triwizard Tournament which, unexpectedly for all, made Harry Potter its competitor.
Though the plot generally revolves around Harry and his adventures,...
As it turned out, Emma Watson, who portrayed Hermione Granger in all the films of the famous franchise, found it very hard personally to film the scene of the Yule Ball in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
Why Is the Yule Ball Scene So Iconic?
The ball itself reunites the Hogwarts’ wizards with other magicians from different magic schools and takes place in Hogwarts ahead of the Triwizard Tournament which, unexpectedly for all, made Harry Potter its competitor.
Though the plot generally revolves around Harry and his adventures,...
- 5/2/2024
- by benjamin-patel@startefacts.com (Benjamin Patel)
- STartefacts.com
J.K. Rowling is an author who has made several generations happy with her Harry Potter series, but in recent years, the Scottish author is better known for her anti-trans feuds with basically everyone than for her works. Not that long ago, we reported about her feud with former Harry Potter stars, Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson, whom Rowling attacked for not sharing her opinion and openly criticizing her views. But, it seems that the feud is not over. It definitely isn’t for Rowling, but former Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe also had something to say recently about this whole controversy.
Before we continue, here is a quick summary of the issue. Rowling has been quite open about her opposition to the transgender movement, criticizing some of its postulates as degrading toward actual women. While the author has been criticized for her opinions, she remains firm in stating that she...
Before we continue, here is a quick summary of the issue. Rowling has been quite open about her opposition to the transgender movement, criticizing some of its postulates as degrading toward actual women. While the author has been criticized for her opinions, she remains firm in stating that she...
- 5/2/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Daniel Radcliffe has offered his latest words of support for the trans community while discussing Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling’s history of anti-trans comments in a new interview with The Atlantic.
“Obviously Harry Potter would not have happened without her, so nothing in my life would have probably happened the way it is without that person,” Radcliffe told The Atlantic. “But that doesn’t mean that you owe the things you truly believe to someone else for your entire life.”
Rowling’s focus on trans people — specifically trans women — is a well-documented saga that often involves the author offering unsolicited comments on trans legislation and related dialogue. Last month, Rowling responded to a fan asking if she would ever “forgive” Radcliffe and his former co-star Emma Watson for speaking out against her views by saying they could “save their apologies.”
She continues to regularly post longform defenses of her beliefs,...
“Obviously Harry Potter would not have happened without her, so nothing in my life would have probably happened the way it is without that person,” Radcliffe told The Atlantic. “But that doesn’t mean that you owe the things you truly believe to someone else for your entire life.”
Rowling’s focus on trans people — specifically trans women — is a well-documented saga that often involves the author offering unsolicited comments on trans legislation and related dialogue. Last month, Rowling responded to a fan asking if she would ever “forgive” Radcliffe and his former co-star Emma Watson for speaking out against her views by saying they could “save their apologies.”
She continues to regularly post longform defenses of her beliefs,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Mary Siroky
- Consequence - Film News
10. Remember Me (2010)
Robert Pattinson’s Remember Me remains a serious romance drama for the vast majority of its duration. A troubled rich kid falls in love with a NYPD Detective’s daughter; they go through a lot together and admit their feelings to each other… And then, out of absolutely nowhere, he dies in the 9/11 attack. The end. Seriously?
9. Lucy (2014)
Scarlett Johansson's Lucy explores the classic “people are only using 10% of their brains” scenario. Thanks to the experimental drug, a drug mule gains access to many skills and knowledge… Fast-forward: she evaporates, meets the first human, sees the Big Bang, and stores All Knowledge Ever on a bloody Usb, of all things.
8. The Happening (2008)
Mark Wahlberg’s The Happening has an interesting approach to the apocalypse: all over the world, people start killing themselves. The situation looks serious, more and more people die by their own hands… As it turns out,...
Robert Pattinson’s Remember Me remains a serious romance drama for the vast majority of its duration. A troubled rich kid falls in love with a NYPD Detective’s daughter; they go through a lot together and admit their feelings to each other… And then, out of absolutely nowhere, he dies in the 9/11 attack. The end. Seriously?
9. Lucy (2014)
Scarlett Johansson's Lucy explores the classic “people are only using 10% of their brains” scenario. Thanks to the experimental drug, a drug mule gains access to many skills and knowledge… Fast-forward: she evaporates, meets the first human, sees the Big Bang, and stores All Knowledge Ever on a bloody Usb, of all things.
8. The Happening (2008)
Mark Wahlberg’s The Happening has an interesting approach to the apocalypse: all over the world, people start killing themselves. The situation looks serious, more and more people die by their own hands… As it turns out,...
- 5/1/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Daniel Radcliffe, known for being the iconic boy wizard in the Harry Potter film series, shared his feelings about J.K. Rowling’s controversial anti-transgender statements.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately,” he told The Atlantic, noting that he has had no direct communication with Rowling since her anti-transgender outbursts. “I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote, and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic.”
After Rowling’s transphobic comments in 2020, Radcliffe took a stand for the transgender community via a statement through The Trevor Project. He wrote, “I realize that certain press outlets will probably want to paint this as in-fighting between J.K. Rowling and myself, but that is really not what this is about, nor is it what’s important right now.”
Radcliffe explained that he wrote...
“It makes me really sad, ultimately,” he told The Atlantic, noting that he has had no direct communication with Rowling since her anti-transgender outbursts. “I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote, and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic.”
After Rowling’s transphobic comments in 2020, Radcliffe took a stand for the transgender community via a statement through The Trevor Project. He wrote, “I realize that certain press outlets will probably want to paint this as in-fighting between J.K. Rowling and myself, but that is really not what this is about, nor is it what’s important right now.”
Radcliffe explained that he wrote...
- 5/1/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
The global Harry Potter community had long been celebrated as a place of companionship and inclusivity. But the community’s reputation took a severe hit in recent years, ever since Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling came out with statements that are seen as transphobic. This led to a fission within the fandom, as people in the Harry Potter Community took sides on the issue for or against Rowling.
As the person who portrayed Harry Potter in the movies, Daniel Radcliffe was caught in the middle of the discourse. The actor came out with a clear stance, expressing his support for the transgender community and condemning alleged transphobic remarks by Rowling. Now, Radcliffe has revealed that while his stance has heavily strained his relationship with J.K. Rowling, he has no intention of backing down from his statements.
J.K. Rowling Opposed By Harry Potter Actors Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and...
As the person who portrayed Harry Potter in the movies, Daniel Radcliffe was caught in the middle of the discourse. The actor came out with a clear stance, expressing his support for the transgender community and condemning alleged transphobic remarks by Rowling. Now, Radcliffe has revealed that while his stance has heavily strained his relationship with J.K. Rowling, he has no intention of backing down from his statements.
J.K. Rowling Opposed By Harry Potter Actors Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and...
- 5/1/2024
- by Neeraj Chand
- FandomWire
Daniel Radcliffe, nominated for his first Tony Award earlier this week in the Best Featured Actor (Musical) category for his work in “Merrily We Roll Along,” talked about his frayed relationship with author and producer J.K. Rowling in a recent interview.
Rowling, the creator of the “Harry Potter” franchise, has positioned herself at the center of the oftentimes nasty dialogue over transgender rights. This unanticipated second career of Rowling’s makes the actor – who landed the role of The Boy Who Lived at the age of 12 – “really sad,” he said.
In June 2020, after the Ngo group Nevex used the term “people who menstruate,” Rowling responded on Twitter/X by writing, “I’m sure there used to be a word for those people. Someone help me out. Wumben? Wimpund? Woomud?” This led to a tremendous amount of backlash, culminating in an essay Radcliffe penned in response on the website for The Trevor Project.
Rowling, the creator of the “Harry Potter” franchise, has positioned herself at the center of the oftentimes nasty dialogue over transgender rights. This unanticipated second career of Rowling’s makes the actor – who landed the role of The Boy Who Lived at the age of 12 – “really sad,” he said.
In June 2020, after the Ngo group Nevex used the term “people who menstruate,” Rowling responded on Twitter/X by writing, “I’m sure there used to be a word for those people. Someone help me out. Wumben? Wimpund? Woomud?” This led to a tremendous amount of backlash, culminating in an essay Radcliffe penned in response on the website for The Trevor Project.
- 5/1/2024
- by Jordan Hoffman
- Gold Derby
Harry Potter star reveals in interview that he has had no contact with Rowling since the author’s gender-critical statements on trans women
Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has described his rupture with Jk Rowling over trans rights as “really sad”, and that despite her role in his life as the creator of Potter “[it] doesn’t mean that you owe the things you truly believe to someone else for your entire life”.
Radcliffe’s comments came in an interview in the Atlantic, and marks the first published remarks by one of the principal cast in the Potter series since the publication of the Cass review of gender identity services, and Rowling’s subsequent suggestion on social media that he and co-star Emma Watson were “celebs who cosied up to a movement intent on eroding women’s hard-won rights and who used their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors”.
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Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has described his rupture with Jk Rowling over trans rights as “really sad”, and that despite her role in his life as the creator of Potter “[it] doesn’t mean that you owe the things you truly believe to someone else for your entire life”.
Radcliffe’s comments came in an interview in the Atlantic, and marks the first published remarks by one of the principal cast in the Potter series since the publication of the Cass review of gender identity services, and Rowling’s subsequent suggestion on social media that he and co-star Emma Watson were “celebs who cosied up to a movement intent on eroding women’s hard-won rights and who used their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors”.
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- 5/1/2024
- by Guardian film
- The Guardian - Film News
“Harry Potter” star Daniel Radcliffe is opening up about J.K. Rowling’s continued comments against trans women, saying that it “makes me really sad.”
In a new interview with the Atlantic, Radcliffe said that he has had no direct contact with Rowling since her tweets in June 2020 that were criticized by many as anti-trans.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately,” he said of the situation. “Because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote, and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic.”
At the time, Radcliffe decided to issue a statement through the Trevor Project — a LGBTQ charity he’d long been associated with — in which he spoke out against Rowling, saying that “transgender women are women.”
“I’d worked with the Trevor Project for 12 years and it would have seemed like,...
In a new interview with the Atlantic, Radcliffe said that he has had no direct contact with Rowling since her tweets in June 2020 that were criticized by many as anti-trans.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately,” he said of the situation. “Because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote, and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic.”
At the time, Radcliffe decided to issue a statement through the Trevor Project — a LGBTQ charity he’d long been associated with — in which he spoke out against Rowling, saying that “transgender women are women.”
“I’d worked with the Trevor Project for 12 years and it would have seemed like,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Actor Daniel Radcliffe feels “really sad” by Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling’s constant anti-transgender comments and her support for others with transphobic views. The actor revealed that he has not spoken to the author during an interview with the Atlantic, reports people.com.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately, because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic,” Radcliffe, who played the title role in eight Potter films, said of Rowling and her controversial comments.
“Jo, obviously Harry Potter would not have happened without her, so nothing in my life would have probably happened the way it is without that person. But that doesn’t mean that you owe the things you truly believe to someone else for your entire life.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately, because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic,” Radcliffe, who played the title role in eight Potter films, said of Rowling and her controversial comments.
“Jo, obviously Harry Potter would not have happened without her, so nothing in my life would have probably happened the way it is without that person. But that doesn’t mean that you owe the things you truly believe to someone else for your entire life.
- 5/1/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Daniel Radcliffe has been a supporter of the LGBTQ+ community and is disappointed in J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans comments over the years.
In a new interview, Radcliffe shared how he feels about Rowling’s repeated shots at the trans community.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately,” he told The Atlantic, adding, “because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote, and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic.”
In 2020, Rowling shared anti-transgender remarks, and Radcliffe was among the first Harry Potter cast members to raise his voice in defense of the trans community. Radcliffe wrote an essay for the Trevor Project saying that “transgender women are women.”
“I’d worked with the Trevor Project for 12 years and it would have seemed like, I don’t know, immense cowardice to me to not say something,...
In a new interview, Radcliffe shared how he feels about Rowling’s repeated shots at the trans community.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately,” he told The Atlantic, adding, “because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote, and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic.”
In 2020, Rowling shared anti-transgender remarks, and Radcliffe was among the first Harry Potter cast members to raise his voice in defense of the trans community. Radcliffe wrote an essay for the Trevor Project saying that “transgender women are women.”
“I’d worked with the Trevor Project for 12 years and it would have seemed like, I don’t know, immense cowardice to me to not say something,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Daniel Radcliffe responded this week to Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans stances, saying her ongoing criticism of the transgender community “makes me really sad.”
Rowling has made headlines many times in recent years for her social media campaigning against the trans rights movement, most recently responding to a four-year British investigation which claimed there was no good evidence that puberty-blocking interventions for transgender people were safe for the long-term.
“Celebs who cosied up to a movement intent on eroding women’s hard-won rights and who used their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors can save their apologies for traumatised detransitioners and vulnerable women reliant on single sex spaces,” Rowling wrote on social media in response, saying she would not forgive those who have supported trans healthcare, including Radcliffe and his Harry Potter co-stars Emma Watson and Rupert Grint.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately,” Radcliffe told...
Rowling has made headlines many times in recent years for her social media campaigning against the trans rights movement, most recently responding to a four-year British investigation which claimed there was no good evidence that puberty-blocking interventions for transgender people were safe for the long-term.
“Celebs who cosied up to a movement intent on eroding women’s hard-won rights and who used their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors can save their apologies for traumatised detransitioners and vulnerable women reliant on single sex spaces,” Rowling wrote on social media in response, saying she would not forgive those who have supported trans healthcare, including Radcliffe and his Harry Potter co-stars Emma Watson and Rupert Grint.
“It makes me really sad, ultimately,” Radcliffe told...
- 5/1/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Daniel Radcliffe is addressing Jk Rowling‘s most recent anti-trans comments.
Over the past few years, the 58-year-old Harry Potter author has made it very clear that she does not support transgender people and often doubles down on her opinions when pressed by critics.
In a new interview, Daniel, 34, showed his continued support for the LGBTQ+ community while addressing Jk‘s comments, adding that he hasn’t spoken to her in years.
Keep reading to find out more…“It makes me really sad, ultimately, because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic,” Daniel told The Atlantic.
“Jo, obviously Harry Potter would not have happened without her, so nothing in my life would have probably happened the way it is without that person,...
Over the past few years, the 58-year-old Harry Potter author has made it very clear that she does not support transgender people and often doubles down on her opinions when pressed by critics.
In a new interview, Daniel, 34, showed his continued support for the LGBTQ+ community while addressing Jk‘s comments, adding that he hasn’t spoken to her in years.
Keep reading to find out more…“It makes me really sad, ultimately, because I do look at the person that I met, the times that we met, and the books that she wrote and the world that she created, and all of that is to me so deeply empathic,” Daniel told The Atlantic.
“Jo, obviously Harry Potter would not have happened without her, so nothing in my life would have probably happened the way it is without that person,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Daniel Redcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint emerged as the iconic faces of the fantasy adventure franchise when they assumed the roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley on-screen. Even years later, it’s difficult to envision the wizarding saga without these beloved actors.
A still from the Harry Potter franchise | Credit: Warner Bros.
However, there came a time when the studio almost went ahead with recasting fan-favorite Watson, after she almost left the franchise while struggling with the overwhelming fame that accompanied her role in the film series.
Emma Watson Almost Left Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
During the Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts special, filmmaker David Yates, who directed the fifth installment, Order of the Phoenix, in the franchise, recalled how Emma Watson once contemplated leaving the series.
Emma Watson as Hermione Granger | Credit: Warner Bros.
The actress shared that she...
A still from the Harry Potter franchise | Credit: Warner Bros.
However, there came a time when the studio almost went ahead with recasting fan-favorite Watson, after she almost left the franchise while struggling with the overwhelming fame that accompanied her role in the film series.
Emma Watson Almost Left Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
During the Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts special, filmmaker David Yates, who directed the fifth installment, Order of the Phoenix, in the franchise, recalled how Emma Watson once contemplated leaving the series.
Emma Watson as Hermione Granger | Credit: Warner Bros.
The actress shared that she...
- 4/30/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
The Harry Potter films based on the novels by J.K. Rowling has gained cult status among audiences across the world. The films also made Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint bonafide stars who became synonymous with their famous characters.
Hollywood star Daniel Radcliffe ( image credit: Warner Brothers)
Over 8 films, the young actors literally grew up on set and formed a close bond not just with each other, but also with the various actors in the ensemble which included many reputed stars. Radcliffe was so enamored with one accomplished actor that he even wrote her a love letter at the end of filming.
Daniel Radcliffe Had A Massive Crush On Helena Bonham Carter
The Harry Potter films were memorable not only for fans around the world, but also for the actors who developed a close bond of friendship over 8 films. While Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson expectedly spent a lot of time together,...
Hollywood star Daniel Radcliffe ( image credit: Warner Brothers)
Over 8 films, the young actors literally grew up on set and formed a close bond not just with each other, but also with the various actors in the ensemble which included many reputed stars. Radcliffe was so enamored with one accomplished actor that he even wrote her a love letter at the end of filming.
Daniel Radcliffe Had A Massive Crush On Helena Bonham Carter
The Harry Potter films were memorable not only for fans around the world, but also for the actors who developed a close bond of friendship over 8 films. While Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson expectedly spent a lot of time together,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Daniel Radcliffe rose to fame taking on the lead role in the Harry Potter franchise alongside Emma Watson and Rupert Grint. The films follow the titular character’s adventures into the wizarding world alongside his friends Hermione and Ron, while also facing off against adversaries like Draco Malfoy. However, a segment of the fan base explored the alternative relationship between Harry and Draco.
Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter | Credit: Warner Bros.
Radcliffe, who immersed himself in understanding his character for the films, is also not devoid of fans fantasizing about a romantic relationship between the two characters. Radcliffe revealed that he has actually read such fan fiction during an appearance on Vanity Fair’s lie detector test.
Daniel Radcliffe Admitted to Reading Harry-Draco Fan Fictions
Having starred in one of the biggest franchises and a prosperous career in Hollywood, Daniel Radcliffe has undoubtedly encountered various segments of fandom, including being...
Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter | Credit: Warner Bros.
Radcliffe, who immersed himself in understanding his character for the films, is also not devoid of fans fantasizing about a romantic relationship between the two characters. Radcliffe revealed that he has actually read such fan fiction during an appearance on Vanity Fair’s lie detector test.
Daniel Radcliffe Admitted to Reading Harry-Draco Fan Fictions
Having starred in one of the biggest franchises and a prosperous career in Hollywood, Daniel Radcliffe has undoubtedly encountered various segments of fandom, including being...
- 4/30/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
The Harry Potter novels by J.K. Rowling that became hugely popular with kids and young adults all over the world, gained iconic status when they were adapted into films. The blockbuster movies also made Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson huge stars and gave them their first foothold into the industry.
Hollywood star Emma Watson as Hermione Granger (image credit: Everett)
The three young actors who shared screen space together in 8 films, also formed a really close bond together over the years. This camaraderie turned out to be a pretty cringeworthy situation for Watson and Grint whose characters Ron and Hermione share a famous kiss in the final film. Watson even compared the moment to an incestuous relationship and revealed that it was one of the toughest scenes to do.
Emma Watson Recalled The Challenges She Faced While Kissing Rupert Grint
While the Harry Potter films followed the central...
Hollywood star Emma Watson as Hermione Granger (image credit: Everett)
The three young actors who shared screen space together in 8 films, also formed a really close bond together over the years. This camaraderie turned out to be a pretty cringeworthy situation for Watson and Grint whose characters Ron and Hermione share a famous kiss in the final film. Watson even compared the moment to an incestuous relationship and revealed that it was one of the toughest scenes to do.
Emma Watson Recalled The Challenges She Faced While Kissing Rupert Grint
While the Harry Potter films followed the central...
- 4/30/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Tom Felton has made a household name with his iconic portrayal of Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter series and fans love him for that even now! Even though he has long been separated from the role, he has occasionally spilled the beans on his time working on the magical set and gushed about the movies.
Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) and Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton) in the Harry Potter series
While many would think that his work in the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows series would be what he enjoyed the most, the answer is absolutely otherwise.
Tom Felton Revealed His ‘Most Enjoyable’ Harry Potter Movie
In an interview with Brit+Co, the 36-year-old actor reflected on his time while shooting the film adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels. Since he has worked in all eight movies, it would be really interesting for him to reveal the movie he enjoyed the most.
Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) and Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton) in the Harry Potter series
While many would think that his work in the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows series would be what he enjoyed the most, the answer is absolutely otherwise.
Tom Felton Revealed His ‘Most Enjoyable’ Harry Potter Movie
In an interview with Brit+Co, the 36-year-old actor reflected on his time while shooting the film adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels. Since he has worked in all eight movies, it would be really interesting for him to reveal the movie he enjoyed the most.
- 4/30/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
The Harry Potter movies were not just full of magic and adventures – they were also full of celebrity cameos!
Over the years, stars including Julianne Hough and Rege-Jean Page have talked about their small, and uncredited, roles in the blockbuster movie franchise.
Julianne recently detailed an interaction with Emma Watson (aka Hermione) years after they shared the screen in the first movie.
We are now taking a look at the 17 celebs that make surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies – and we bet there are ton on this list that you never knew about!
Click through the slideshow to find out the 17 celebrities that made surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies…...
Over the years, stars including Julianne Hough and Rege-Jean Page have talked about their small, and uncredited, roles in the blockbuster movie franchise.
Julianne recently detailed an interaction with Emma Watson (aka Hermione) years after they shared the screen in the first movie.
We are now taking a look at the 17 celebs that make surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies – and we bet there are ton on this list that you never knew about!
Click through the slideshow to find out the 17 celebrities that made surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies…...
- 4/27/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Emma Watson, known for her role in the enormously successful Harry Potter series, raised an eyebrow when Warner Bros. decided to split the final film into two parts. Despite the hefty paycheck involved, Watson couldn’t shake off suspicions that the move was nothing but a cash grab. It seemed like Warner Bros. was capitalizing on the hype, leaving the actress feeling a bit skeptical about the whole situation.
Emma Watson as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Why Was Emma Watson Against Splitting Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Into Parts?
The Harry Potter books were already a sensation, but when the movies hit the big screen, they became a cultural phenomenon of epic proportions. By the time the saga wrapped up in 2011, it felt like the whole world knew about the Boy Who Lived.
Suggested“One take was enough”: Emma Watson Fans Will...
Emma Watson as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Why Was Emma Watson Against Splitting Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Into Parts?
The Harry Potter books were already a sensation, but when the movies hit the big screen, they became a cultural phenomenon of epic proportions. By the time the saga wrapped up in 2011, it felt like the whole world knew about the Boy Who Lived.
Suggested“One take was enough”: Emma Watson Fans Will...
- 4/25/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Jk Rowling’s Harry Potter franchise is one of the highest-grossing film franchises in the world. Based on seven novels in the series, the films starred Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint as the leading trio and saw fans grow up along with the children in the films. The films and novels were an international phenomenon at the time of release.
While the main storyline ended with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, the studio reportedly wanted to begin a spinoff franchise to expand the franchise. The producers reportedly initially had an idea that involved Newt Scamander finding new beasts, which Jk Rowling shot down in favor of her iteration of Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them.
Jk Rowling Rejected An Initial Pitch For Fantastic Beasts A still from Jk Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
The Fantastic Beasts franchise seems to be...
While the main storyline ended with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, the studio reportedly wanted to begin a spinoff franchise to expand the franchise. The producers reportedly initially had an idea that involved Newt Scamander finding new beasts, which Jk Rowling shot down in favor of her iteration of Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them.
Jk Rowling Rejected An Initial Pitch For Fantastic Beasts A still from Jk Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
The Fantastic Beasts franchise seems to be...
- 4/25/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
The Harry Potter franchise introduced an array of interesting characters, which continue to be fan favorites even now. However, the show was majorly carried by three main protagonists who went through thick and thick to tackle several obstacles before eventually defeating Lord Voldemort. With different adventures encapsulated in the franchise, Potterheads made sure to ship the characters with one another in the entire saga.
A still from J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter saga
While many fans are already aware of the series’ ending, particularly Hermione Granger ending up with Ron Weasley, one cannot ignore but feel the chemistry that she had with the titular character. And it looks like the author realized her mistake, late but eventually!
Harry Potter Author, J.K. Rowling Acknowledged Her Mistake
In a 2014 interview, the renowned author of Harry Potter novels, J.K. Rowling made a candid admission that she made the wrong decision on...
A still from J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter saga
While many fans are already aware of the series’ ending, particularly Hermione Granger ending up with Ron Weasley, one cannot ignore but feel the chemistry that she had with the titular character. And it looks like the author realized her mistake, late but eventually!
Harry Potter Author, J.K. Rowling Acknowledged Her Mistake
In a 2014 interview, the renowned author of Harry Potter novels, J.K. Rowling made a candid admission that she made the wrong decision on...
- 4/24/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
The Harry Potter novels by J.K. Rowling that became hugely popular with kids and young adults all over the world, gained iconic status when they were adapted into films. The blockbuster movies also made Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson huge stars and gave them their first foothold into the industry.
Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and Daniel Radcliffe in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
The three young actors who shared screen space together in 8 films, also formed a really close bond together over the years. In fact, Rupert Grint’s friendship with Emma Watson was so deep that the actor found it immensely difficult to find a romantic connection between his character Ron and Watson’s Hermione in their famous kissing scene.
Why Did Rupert Grint Cringe During His Kissing Scene With Emma Watson?
While the Harry Potter films followed the central protagonist and his legacy as a wizard,...
Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and Daniel Radcliffe in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
The three young actors who shared screen space together in 8 films, also formed a really close bond together over the years. In fact, Rupert Grint’s friendship with Emma Watson was so deep that the actor found it immensely difficult to find a romantic connection between his character Ron and Watson’s Hermione in their famous kissing scene.
Why Did Rupert Grint Cringe During His Kissing Scene With Emma Watson?
While the Harry Potter films followed the central protagonist and his legacy as a wizard,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Dan Stevens is having the time of his life as Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has become a big hit for Warner Bros and Legendary. His latest release Abigail has also received great reviews from critics and audiences, with many praising his performance. His versatility in switching from a delightfully charming role to an intense individual in the two films is impressive, to say the least.
Dan Stevens as Frank in Abigail
He has yet another horror film later this year titled Cuckoo, where he stars alongside Hunter Schafer. The horror genre has seen a huge evolution over the years with the Conjuring films, along with Immaculate and The First Omen this year, Stevens is set to continue in the horror genre as he is set to team up with Al Pacino for a new exorcism film.
Dan Stevens and Al Pacino Set to Star in New Horror Film,...
Dan Stevens as Frank in Abigail
He has yet another horror film later this year titled Cuckoo, where he stars alongside Hunter Schafer. The horror genre has seen a huge evolution over the years with the Conjuring films, along with Immaculate and The First Omen this year, Stevens is set to continue in the horror genre as he is set to team up with Al Pacino for a new exorcism film.
Dan Stevens and Al Pacino Set to Star in New Horror Film,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
It’s been a hot minute since everybody’s childhood crush, Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger in the cult classic Harry Potter franchise, graced the silver screen. The actress was last seen in Greta Gerwig’s Little Women way back in 2019 as Meg March. The long hiatus has left Potterheads wondering if she has cast an “Evanesco” and given up the profession they watched her grow up in. Apart from the beloved Harry Potter franchise she’s most well-known for, we even saw her in fun projects like The Perks of Being a Wallflower and The Bling Ring, and she even played
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- 4/24/2024
- by Safwan Azeem
- TVovermind.com
The Wizarding World, designed by J.K. Rowling, operates on a soft magic system, in that there are no hardcore rules set in place for how spells, hexes, and charms operate in the universe. There are other forms of magic, such as magical creatures and devices that also populate the world, but the soft nature of it can sometimes make the story difficult to plot.
Hermione Granger’s Time Turner in Prisoner of Azkaban
The time turners were a particularly big plot hole, as the story hinged on the time-traveling device in the third Harry Potter book, The question of why the device was not used to avert major tragedies in the book and before the story kicked off, such as the demise of Harry’s parents, loomed large after it was introduced. However, given that the worldbuilding of the Wizarding World was shared between the books and posts made by the author online,...
Hermione Granger’s Time Turner in Prisoner of Azkaban
The time turners were a particularly big plot hole, as the story hinged on the time-traveling device in the third Harry Potter book, The question of why the device was not used to avert major tragedies in the book and before the story kicked off, such as the demise of Harry’s parents, loomed large after it was introduced. However, given that the worldbuilding of the Wizarding World was shared between the books and posts made by the author online,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Emma Watson, the English actress known for playing Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films, is approximately 5 feet 4 and ¾ inches (164.5 cm) tall and wears a US shoe size 7, which is average for her height.
Her shoe size in other shoe systems is approximately EU 37-38 and UK 4.5-5.
Emma Watson (5ft 4 ¾) looks statuesque in a custom Oscar de la Renta gown at the Ee British Academy Film Awards 2022 (Credit: Fred Duval / Shutterstock)
While she has occasionally mentioned varying heights in interviews, such as claiming to be about five-foot-five and sometimes even 5 feet 6 inches tall, her official listed height is 5 feet 4 and ¾ inches.
This places her slightly below the average height of an English woman, approximately 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm).
Comparing Heights: Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe
Measuring 5ft 4 ¾ (164.5 cm), Emma is slightly taller than Daniel Radcliffe, who is believed to be around 5ft 4 ½ (163.8 cm). His shoe size is approximately US 8.5, EU...
Her shoe size in other shoe systems is approximately EU 37-38 and UK 4.5-5.
Emma Watson (5ft 4 ¾) looks statuesque in a custom Oscar de la Renta gown at the Ee British Academy Film Awards 2022 (Credit: Fred Duval / Shutterstock)
While she has occasionally mentioned varying heights in interviews, such as claiming to be about five-foot-five and sometimes even 5 feet 6 inches tall, her official listed height is 5 feet 4 and ¾ inches.
This places her slightly below the average height of an English woman, approximately 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm).
Comparing Heights: Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe
Measuring 5ft 4 ¾ (164.5 cm), Emma is slightly taller than Daniel Radcliffe, who is believed to be around 5ft 4 ½ (163.8 cm). His shoe size is approximately US 8.5, EU...
- 4/18/2024
- by Jan Stromsodd
- Your Next Shoes
Rising to fame and success with the Harry Potter franchise, Daniel Radcliffe has established himself as a prominent figure in the film industry. Following his departure from the wizarding world, Radcliffe embarked on a journey to redefine his acting career, seeking versatility and experimenting with his roles. However, his co-star, Alan Rickman, held a contrasting view of the 34-year-old English actor.
Daniel Radcliffe in Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows – Part One
Rickman documented his critical perspectives on the Harry Potter stars, including Emma Watson, in his personal journal and suggested that Radcliffe still had room for improvement as a child star. Years later, Radcliffe responded to Rickman’s insights regarding his future in the industry.
Alan Rickman Kept Notes on the Harry Potter Stars
Alan Rickman, known for his portrayal of Severus Snape in the Harry Potter franchise, initially had reservations about joining the series. However, he was persuaded...
Daniel Radcliffe in Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows – Part One
Rickman documented his critical perspectives on the Harry Potter stars, including Emma Watson, in his personal journal and suggested that Radcliffe still had room for improvement as a child star. Years later, Radcliffe responded to Rickman’s insights regarding his future in the industry.
Alan Rickman Kept Notes on the Harry Potter Stars
Alan Rickman, known for his portrayal of Severus Snape in the Harry Potter franchise, initially had reservations about joining the series. However, he was persuaded...
- 4/15/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Actors and actresses have their own most liked and disliked moments in their projects they become a part of, which can oftentimes, be the complete opposite of what the fans think about the same. For Daniel Radcliffe, the moment was the iconic ‘7 Harrys’ scene.
This particular scene, which was introduced in Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows – Part One, became a fan favorite since it featured Radcliffe doing different takes in different outfits of other characters.
Daniel Radcliffe in a still from Guns Akimbo
But according to the actor himself, he revealed that it was probably one of his lesser loved scenes to shoot for his role as Harry Potter in the franchise because it was exhausting. On the other hand, he was also excited while shooting this segment because he got to realize how he could easily play the role of Emma Watson’s Hermione Granger while he wore ladies’ clothing.
This particular scene, which was introduced in Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows – Part One, became a fan favorite since it featured Radcliffe doing different takes in different outfits of other characters.
Daniel Radcliffe in a still from Guns Akimbo
But according to the actor himself, he revealed that it was probably one of his lesser loved scenes to shoot for his role as Harry Potter in the franchise because it was exhausting. On the other hand, he was also excited while shooting this segment because he got to realize how he could easily play the role of Emma Watson’s Hermione Granger while he wore ladies’ clothing.
- 4/15/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
Emma Watson made her mark beyond the Harry Potter franchise and acting. She once dabbled in the world of fashion in her earlier years. But eventually, Watson felt she needed to sever her connection with fashion to focus on what really mattered to her.
Emma Watson needed to step away from the fashion industry to focus on acting Emma Watson | Arnold Jerocki/Gc Images
Watson has been the face of several brands ever since her teenage years. Apart from working with a few notable fashion and cosmetic companies, Watson also drew her attention for her own fashion sense on the red carpet.
Despite her success and growing popularity in the industry, however, she eventually thought it’d be best to leave fashion alone for a while. This came after Watson realized that acting was her true calling all along.
“It was fun when I was younger, but I don’t...
Emma Watson needed to step away from the fashion industry to focus on acting Emma Watson | Arnold Jerocki/Gc Images
Watson has been the face of several brands ever since her teenage years. Apart from working with a few notable fashion and cosmetic companies, Watson also drew her attention for her own fashion sense on the red carpet.
Despite her success and growing popularity in the industry, however, she eventually thought it’d be best to leave fashion alone for a while. This came after Watson realized that acting was her true calling all along.
“It was fun when I was younger, but I don’t...
- 4/14/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling called out Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson for “[using] their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors.”
On Wednesday, when a social media user wrote to Rowling, “Just waiting for Dan and Emma to give you a very public apology … safe in the knowledge that you will forgive them” for their previous support of trans rights, Rowling responded, “Not safe, I’m afraid.”
She wrote, “Celebs who cozied up to a movement intent on eroding women’s hard-won rights and who used their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors can save their apologies for traumatized detransitioners and vulnerable women reliant on single-sex spaces.”
Neither Radcliffe nor Watson ever asked or implied a need for Rowling’s forgiveness.
Rowling, a self-proclaimed trans-exclusionary radical feminist (Terf), has consistently used her platform to criticize transgender activists and argue that trans women undermine the feminist cause. She...
On Wednesday, when a social media user wrote to Rowling, “Just waiting for Dan and Emma to give you a very public apology … safe in the knowledge that you will forgive them” for their previous support of trans rights, Rowling responded, “Not safe, I’m afraid.”
She wrote, “Celebs who cozied up to a movement intent on eroding women’s hard-won rights and who used their platforms to cheer on the transitioning of minors can save their apologies for traumatized detransitioners and vulnerable women reliant on single-sex spaces.”
Neither Radcliffe nor Watson ever asked or implied a need for Rowling’s forgiveness.
Rowling, a self-proclaimed trans-exclusionary radical feminist (Terf), has consistently used her platform to criticize transgender activists and argue that trans women undermine the feminist cause. She...
- 4/12/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
J.K. Rowling is an author who has made several generations happy with her Harry Potter series, which was later adapted into a successful movie series. A TV series adaptation is on the way, but while the series itself is still one of the most beloved ones, the author has been a topic of debate for several years now due to her views on the transgender community and their issues. Recently, the feud deepened as Rowling attacked Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson, the two stars of the movie series because they had criticized her in their comments.
In short, Rowling has been quite open about her opposition to the transgender movement, criticizing some of its postulates as degrading toward actual women. While the author has been criticized for her opinions, she remains firm in stating that she is simply defending basic women’s rights from potential abuse. This resulted in many...
In short, Rowling has been quite open about her opposition to the transgender movement, criticizing some of its postulates as degrading toward actual women. While the author has been criticized for her opinions, she remains firm in stating that she is simply defending basic women’s rights from potential abuse. This resulted in many...
- 4/12/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Author J.K. Rowling is a worldwide sensation following her iconic Harry Potter novels that caught the fancy of everyone globally with its fantastical yet relatable narrative of a young wizard and his dark destiny. With her fascinating characters having been brought to life on the big screen, Rowling became a favorite with adults and children alike.
British author J.K. Rowling (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
The writer though, has also courted quite a bit of controversy through her opinions on the transgender community that did not sit well with many people including Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson. Now, the novelist is hitting back publicly at the two stars by presenting a fresh defense to her affirmations.
The J.K. Rowling Controversy In A Nutshell
In 2020, J.K. Rowling sparked a huge debate online when she commented on an article in Devex that called for gender inclusivity when...
British author J.K. Rowling (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
The writer though, has also courted quite a bit of controversy through her opinions on the transgender community that did not sit well with many people including Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson. Now, the novelist is hitting back publicly at the two stars by presenting a fresh defense to her affirmations.
The J.K. Rowling Controversy In A Nutshell
In 2020, J.K. Rowling sparked a huge debate online when she commented on an article in Devex that called for gender inclusivity when...
- 4/12/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Daniel Radcliffe, famously known for his cult classic role in Jk Rowling’s Wizarding World movies, Harry Potter, recently appeared on Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused podcast, alongside Jonathan Groff and Lindsay Mendez. There, the actor was greeted to a clip from Alan Rickman’s interview in 2016, which Radcliffe had never seen before.
Daniel Radcliffe in a still from Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 2
In the video, Alan Rickman was heard praising Daniel Radcliffeʼs command over acting, his commitment towards stagecraft, and professionalism. Listening to Rickman’s kind words, The Woman in Black actor appeared deeply moved by the compliments. Admitting how he was initially intimidated by Rickman, Radcliffe noted believing that the Die Hard star wasn’t quite fond of him until he eventually revealed a softer side.
Alan Rickman Heaped Praise Upon Daniel Radcliffe
Appearing on the Happy Sad Confused podcast alongside his Merrily We Roll Along...
Daniel Radcliffe in a still from Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 2
In the video, Alan Rickman was heard praising Daniel Radcliffeʼs command over acting, his commitment towards stagecraft, and professionalism. Listening to Rickman’s kind words, The Woman in Black actor appeared deeply moved by the compliments. Admitting how he was initially intimidated by Rickman, Radcliffe noted believing that the Die Hard star wasn’t quite fond of him until he eventually revealed a softer side.
Alan Rickman Heaped Praise Upon Daniel Radcliffe
Appearing on the Happy Sad Confused podcast alongside his Merrily We Roll Along...
- 4/12/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Captain America: Brave New World’s Anthony Mackie Takes A Jibe At Tom Holland For His Comment From A Few Years Back ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Anthony Mackie waited all these years to get back at his Marvel colleague Tom Holland after the Spider-Man star dissed him for not having his solo film. Mackie will appear in MCU’s Captain America: Brave New World. At CinemaCon, Kevin Feige presented this upcoming Marvel movie alongside Ryan Reynolds, led by Deadpool & wolverine. In the recent event, Mackie continued his fun feud with Holland and kept scrolling to get the deets.
Mackie played the role of Falcon in the MCU until Chris Evans’ Cap handed him his shield, making Sam Wilson his successor. Mackie and Sebastian Stan, aka Bucky, got their own Disney+ show, The Falcon and the winter soldier. This movie will introduce Hollywood legend Harrison Ford as Thaddeus Ross and his first...
Anthony Mackie waited all these years to get back at his Marvel colleague Tom Holland after the Spider-Man star dissed him for not having his solo film. Mackie will appear in MCU’s Captain America: Brave New World. At CinemaCon, Kevin Feige presented this upcoming Marvel movie alongside Ryan Reynolds, led by Deadpool & wolverine. In the recent event, Mackie continued his fun feud with Holland and kept scrolling to get the deets.
Mackie played the role of Falcon in the MCU until Chris Evans’ Cap handed him his shield, making Sam Wilson his successor. Mackie and Sebastian Stan, aka Bucky, got their own Disney+ show, The Falcon and the winter soldier. This movie will introduce Hollywood legend Harrison Ford as Thaddeus Ross and his first...
- 4/12/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Harry Potter Author Jk Rowling Is Reigniting Her Feud With Daniel Radcliffe & Emma Watson
There’s trouble brewing in the magic world. All has not been well between Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson and series author Jk Rowling. The author has been under severe criticism for the past couple of years for her problematic views on trans rights. Daniel and Emma have publicly spoken against her, and Rowling seems to know how to hold a grudge. Here’s why she is reigniting her feud with her former cast.
The Harry Potter series was and continues to be one of the most beloved franchises. The series has tapped into a level of emotion only a few pieces of cinema or writing can. Harry Potter and the characters created by Jk Rowling have been loved by so many people globally, and they mean so much to people that some...
There’s trouble brewing in the magic world. All has not been well between Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson and series author Jk Rowling. The author has been under severe criticism for the past couple of years for her problematic views on trans rights. Daniel and Emma have publicly spoken against her, and Rowling seems to know how to hold a grudge. Here’s why she is reigniting her feud with her former cast.
The Harry Potter series was and continues to be one of the most beloved franchises. The series has tapped into a level of emotion only a few pieces of cinema or writing can. Harry Potter and the characters created by Jk Rowling have been loved by so many people globally, and they mean so much to people that some...
- 4/12/2024
- by Aayushi Hemnani
- KoiMoi
Daniel Radcliffe opened up about his evolving relationship with Harry Potter costar Alan Rickman.
The 34-year-old actor brought the titular character to life in the mega-successful franchise. Alan, who passed away in 2016, played Professor Severus Snape, the Potions teacher at Hogwarts.
Fans of the franchise will recall that Harry and Snape had a tense relationship, and it turns out that it spilled over offscreen for the first few movies.
In a new interview, Daniel recalled being “terrified” by Alan and explained what changed.
Keep reading to find out more…
While on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Daniel watched an interview Alan gave about him and the rest of the young Harry Potter stars before his death.
In it, Alan reflected on the “huge pride” he felt to see Daniel succeeding on Broadway at the time and the pressure that the young actors faced from an early age.
The interview promoted Daniel to talk about Alan.
The 34-year-old actor brought the titular character to life in the mega-successful franchise. Alan, who passed away in 2016, played Professor Severus Snape, the Potions teacher at Hogwarts.
Fans of the franchise will recall that Harry and Snape had a tense relationship, and it turns out that it spilled over offscreen for the first few movies.
In a new interview, Daniel recalled being “terrified” by Alan and explained what changed.
Keep reading to find out more…
While on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Daniel watched an interview Alan gave about him and the rest of the young Harry Potter stars before his death.
In it, Alan reflected on the “huge pride” he felt to see Daniel succeeding on Broadway at the time and the pressure that the young actors faced from an early age.
The interview promoted Daniel to talk about Alan.
- 4/11/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
J.K. Rowling suggests she will not forgive her Harry Potter stars for going against her views on trans rights in the wake of a new report criticizing current gender care treatments for young people.
On Wednesday, the BBC reported on a four-year review investigating gender care commissioned by the NHS. The report concluded that gender services were based on “remarkably weak” evidence and that children had been “let down” by medical professionals. “The reality is we have no good evidence on the long-term outcomes of interventions [such as puberty blockers] to manage gender-related distress,” wrote pediatrician Dr. Hilary Cass. “It is unusual for us to give a potentially life-changing treatment to young people and not know what happens to them in adulthood.”
Rowling, who has drawn considerable fire in recent years for her outspoken and staunch social media campaign against certain aspects of the trans rights movement, issued several comments about the report on X.
On Wednesday, the BBC reported on a four-year review investigating gender care commissioned by the NHS. The report concluded that gender services were based on “remarkably weak” evidence and that children had been “let down” by medical professionals. “The reality is we have no good evidence on the long-term outcomes of interventions [such as puberty blockers] to manage gender-related distress,” wrote pediatrician Dr. Hilary Cass. “It is unusual for us to give a potentially life-changing treatment to young people and not know what happens to them in adulthood.”
Rowling, who has drawn considerable fire in recent years for her outspoken and staunch social media campaign against certain aspects of the trans rights movement, issued several comments about the report on X.
- 4/11/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Harry Potter” author Jk Rowling’s long-running campaign against trans rights took an unexpected turn on Wednesday, as the billionaire blasted Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson for their support of trans people.
Rowling accused them of being part of a movement that is “eroding women’s hard-won rights,” said they “cheered on” gender treatment for minors (which she opposes), and said they “can save their apologies,” should they attempt to make any.
It’s a complicated situation but briefly, what set this in motion was the publication of a study in the United Kingdom this week, known as the Cass Review, which examined how gender-related medicine is applied to children. The study claims that the science behind gender medicine as it applies to younger people is on “shaky foundations.”
The study doesn’t recommend against treating children with gender dysmorphia on principle, but said there is a lack of good data backing up current protocols.
Rowling accused them of being part of a movement that is “eroding women’s hard-won rights,” said they “cheered on” gender treatment for minors (which she opposes), and said they “can save their apologies,” should they attempt to make any.
It’s a complicated situation but briefly, what set this in motion was the publication of a study in the United Kingdom this week, known as the Cass Review, which examined how gender-related medicine is applied to children. The study claims that the science behind gender medicine as it applies to younger people is on “shaky foundations.”
The study doesn’t recommend against treating children with gender dysmorphia on principle, but said there is a lack of good data backing up current protocols.
- 4/11/2024
- by Ross A. Lincoln
- The Wrap
Jk Rowling is addressing Harry Potter stars who support the transgender community.
The acclaimed author has made anti-trans statements in recent years, doubling down on her beliefs when pressed by critics.
On Wednesday (April 10), she took to social media to react to a new independent review issued by Britain’s National Health Service. In it, Dr. Hilary Cass opined that there is “no good evidence on the long-term outcomes of interventions to manage gender-related distress.”
Jk issued a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) weighing in on the report. She said that she was “bloody angry” and called out everyone from doctors to “celebrity mouthpieces” who were “complicit” in “irreversibly” harming children who transition.
One fan responded, saying that they were waiting for franchise stars such as Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson to apologize for their support of transgender rights. Jk revealed what she thought about that.
Keep reading to find out more…...
The acclaimed author has made anti-trans statements in recent years, doubling down on her beliefs when pressed by critics.
On Wednesday (April 10), she took to social media to react to a new independent review issued by Britain’s National Health Service. In it, Dr. Hilary Cass opined that there is “no good evidence on the long-term outcomes of interventions to manage gender-related distress.”
Jk issued a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) weighing in on the report. She said that she was “bloody angry” and called out everyone from doctors to “celebrity mouthpieces” who were “complicit” in “irreversibly” harming children who transition.
One fan responded, saying that they were waiting for franchise stars such as Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson to apologize for their support of transgender rights. Jk revealed what she thought about that.
Keep reading to find out more…...
- 4/11/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The years-long war of words between Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling and supporters of transgender rights heated up again today with the release of an independent review of gender identity services for children and young people delivered by Britain’s National Health Service. The four-year review was commissioned by the NHS and conducted by Dr. Hilary Cass, a pediatrician who was asked to make recommendations for improving those services.
In the report, Cass maintains that health care providers and patients “have no good evidence on the long-term outcomes of interventions to manage gender-related distress.” For a fuller explanation of the report, you can read the BBC’s coverage here.
Rowling today issued a series of tweets about the report. The author said she was “bloody angry,” and claimed that “thousands are complicit, not just medics, but the celebrity mouthpieces, unquestioning media and cynical corporations.”
Over the last four years, Hilary...
In the report, Cass maintains that health care providers and patients “have no good evidence on the long-term outcomes of interventions to manage gender-related distress.” For a fuller explanation of the report, you can read the BBC’s coverage here.
Rowling today issued a series of tweets about the report. The author said she was “bloody angry,” and claimed that “thousands are complicit, not just medics, but the celebrity mouthpieces, unquestioning media and cynical corporations.”
Over the last four years, Hilary...
- 4/11/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
The Harry Potter movies were not just full of magic and adventures – they were also full of celebrity cameos!
Over the years, stars including Julianne Hough and Rege-Jean Page have talked about their small, and uncredited, roles in the blockbuster movie franchise.
Julianne recently detailed an interaction with Emma Watson (aka Hermione) years after they shared the screen in the first movie.
We are now taking a look at the 17 celebs that make surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies – and we bet there are ton on this list that you never knew about!
Click through the slideshow to find out the 17 celebrities that made surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies…...
Over the years, stars including Julianne Hough and Rege-Jean Page have talked about their small, and uncredited, roles in the blockbuster movie franchise.
Julianne recently detailed an interaction with Emma Watson (aka Hermione) years after they shared the screen in the first movie.
We are now taking a look at the 17 celebs that make surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies – and we bet there are ton on this list that you never knew about!
Click through the slideshow to find out the 17 celebrities that made surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies…...
- 4/6/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton), the resident Hogwarts bad boy, was hardly a character fans fawned over during the Harry Potter craze of the early 2000s. He wasn’t the hero, nor was he the mastermind villain. He was a low-tier antagonist; a schoolyard bully who was always overshadowed by the Gryffindor trio — Harry (Daniel Radcliffe), Hermione (Emma Watson), and Ron (Rupert Grint). And yet, years after the final movie’s release and despite 31 minutes of screen time across the entire franchise, Draco Malfoy has somehow transcended his role as a minor villain and become a true fan favorite. So, what
The post Why Has Draco Malfoy Become a Fan Favorite All These Years Later? first appeared on TVovermind.
The post Why Has Draco Malfoy Become a Fan Favorite All These Years Later? first appeared on TVovermind.
- 4/2/2024
- by Safwan Azeem
- TVovermind.com
Making over $9.5B with the magical movies, Jk Rowling’s iconic Harry Potter ranks among the most successful franchises of all time. Acquiring a massive and undying fanbase, the movies also fashioned lifelong bonds between the actors, including Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint.
Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint in Harry Potter
But despite their healthy friendship, the cast couldn’t escape occasional controversies and dramatic moments between them. Take the example of Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe’s controversial kiss in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 – the actor later called out Watson for her “vigorous” kiss, during an interview.
Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe’s Controversial Kiss
The Harry Potter movies not only brought Jk Rowling‘s Wizarding World into cinematic reality, but the films also offered three incredible actors, whom fans love to the end of the earth. While the films narrated a tale of friendship,...
Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint in Harry Potter
But despite their healthy friendship, the cast couldn’t escape occasional controversies and dramatic moments between them. Take the example of Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe’s controversial kiss in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 – the actor later called out Watson for her “vigorous” kiss, during an interview.
Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe’s Controversial Kiss
The Harry Potter movies not only brought Jk Rowling‘s Wizarding World into cinematic reality, but the films also offered three incredible actors, whom fans love to the end of the earth. While the films narrated a tale of friendship,...
- 3/18/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The Harry Potter movies were not just full of magic and adventures – they were also full of celebrity cameos!
Over the years, stars including Julianne Hough and Rege-Jean Page have talked about their small, and uncredited, roles in the blockbuster movie franchise.
Julianne recently detailed an interaction with Emma Watson (aka Hermione) years after they shared the screen in the first movie.
We are now taking a look at the 17 celebs that make surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies – and we bet there are ton on this list that you never knew about!
Click through the slideshow to find out the 17 celebrities that made surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies…...
Over the years, stars including Julianne Hough and Rege-Jean Page have talked about their small, and uncredited, roles in the blockbuster movie franchise.
Julianne recently detailed an interaction with Emma Watson (aka Hermione) years after they shared the screen in the first movie.
We are now taking a look at the 17 celebs that make surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies – and we bet there are ton on this list that you never knew about!
Click through the slideshow to find out the 17 celebrities that made surprising cameos in the Harry Potter movies…...
- 3/16/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson has just been announced, and the news has shocked the whole social media, boxing community, and Mma community.
From X (formerly Twitter) to Instagram, there is a flood of posts regarding the fight which seems absolutely unwanted at this point. The boxing fight is scheduled to take place on July 20th, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Mike Tyson, for those who don’t know, is a legendary heavyweight boxer with a record of 50–6–0–2 with 44 KOs.
Iron Mike is considered as the best heavyweight boxer of all time, but unfortunately he is now 57 years old, and retired years ago.
Mike’s last professional fight was in 2005, after which he announced his retirement; he then made a return to the ring in 2020 and fought fellow retired professional boxer Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout.
Also Read: Is Tessa Thompson Dating Emma Watson’s Ex Brandon Green!
From X (formerly Twitter) to Instagram, there is a flood of posts regarding the fight which seems absolutely unwanted at this point. The boxing fight is scheduled to take place on July 20th, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Mike Tyson, for those who don’t know, is a legendary heavyweight boxer with a record of 50–6–0–2 with 44 KOs.
Iron Mike is considered as the best heavyweight boxer of all time, but unfortunately he is now 57 years old, and retired years ago.
Mike’s last professional fight was in 2005, after which he announced his retirement; he then made a return to the ring in 2020 and fought fellow retired professional boxer Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout.
Also Read: Is Tessa Thompson Dating Emma Watson’s Ex Brandon Green!
- 3/11/2024
- by Vishal
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
A very sad news was announced recently which has left the entertainment world, and especially anime fans and community in a state of grief as Akira Toriyama has passed away at the age of 68.
Who is Akira Toriyama? X.com
He was born in Japan and started his career as a manga artist and character designer. Akira faced lots of rejections early on in his career but he kept on going with his passion to create something out of the world.
Akira finally got rewarded for his hard work and his manga series Dr. Slump became a hit and was later created as an anime series.
Akira’s major success came with the popular series Dragon Ball Z which went on to become one of the most popular manga/anime series of all time and it gained even more popularity in Western countries.
The popularity of Dragon Ball Z was...
Who is Akira Toriyama? X.com
He was born in Japan and started his career as a manga artist and character designer. Akira faced lots of rejections early on in his career but he kept on going with his passion to create something out of the world.
Akira finally got rewarded for his hard work and his manga series Dr. Slump became a hit and was later created as an anime series.
Akira’s major success came with the popular series Dragon Ball Z which went on to become one of the most popular manga/anime series of all time and it gained even more popularity in Western countries.
The popularity of Dragon Ball Z was...
- 3/11/2024
- by Vishal
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
J.K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series, is facing controversy again for how she responded to a gruesome murder. Rowling spoke out again about her views on transgender issues in response to a Sky News report that referred to a murderer (who is transgender) as a woman.
Harry Potter author, J.K. Rowling (via her X account)
Scarlet Blake (the murderer) was sentenced on Monday, February 26th, at Oxford Crown Court. She received a life imprisonment term with a minimum of 24 years for the murder of Jorge Martin Carreno.
Moreover, she received a six-month concurrent sentence for kidnapping, dissecting, mutilating, and placing her neighbor’s cat in a blender.
J.K. Rowling Criticized Media Over Murder News Coverage J.K. Rowling (via her X account)
During a two-and-a-half-week trial, it was revealed that the 26-year-old murderer, who identifies as a transwoman, lured the 30-year-old Spanish BMW plant worker to Parsons Pleasure.
Harry Potter author, J.K. Rowling (via her X account)
Scarlet Blake (the murderer) was sentenced on Monday, February 26th, at Oxford Crown Court. She received a life imprisonment term with a minimum of 24 years for the murder of Jorge Martin Carreno.
Moreover, she received a six-month concurrent sentence for kidnapping, dissecting, mutilating, and placing her neighbor’s cat in a blender.
J.K. Rowling Criticized Media Over Murder News Coverage J.K. Rowling (via her X account)
During a two-and-a-half-week trial, it was revealed that the 26-year-old murderer, who identifies as a transwoman, lured the 30-year-old Spanish BMW plant worker to Parsons Pleasure.
- 3/10/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Recently, Tessa Thompson made headlines because she was spotted on a date with Brandon Green, who happens to be Emma Watson’s ex-boyfriend.
let’s dig into our couples.
Thompson is an American actress known for her various performances. She played Valkyrie in Marvel Cinematic Universe in the Thor Ragnarök and Thor: Love and Thunder. She also appeared in Men and Black International (2019).
Thompson’s journey from stage to big screen has been nothing remarkable. Her contribution to the world of entertainment is inspiring because of her artistic sensibility. At this range, her captivating performance gained wide media attention and fame across various platforms.
Brandon Green has a multi-faced background. He is the son of British billionaire Sir Philipe Green, who is a prominent figure in the fashion industry and chairman of the Arcadia Group, which owned popular clothing retailers like Topshop and Topman. Together, Brandon’s parents have an estimated net worth of $2.1 billion.
let’s dig into our couples.
Thompson is an American actress known for her various performances. She played Valkyrie in Marvel Cinematic Universe in the Thor Ragnarök and Thor: Love and Thunder. She also appeared in Men and Black International (2019).
Thompson’s journey from stage to big screen has been nothing remarkable. Her contribution to the world of entertainment is inspiring because of her artistic sensibility. At this range, her captivating performance gained wide media attention and fame across various platforms.
Brandon Green has a multi-faced background. He is the son of British billionaire Sir Philipe Green, who is a prominent figure in the fashion industry and chairman of the Arcadia Group, which owned popular clothing retailers like Topshop and Topman. Together, Brandon’s parents have an estimated net worth of $2.1 billion.
- 3/9/2024
- by Anjali Rai
- https://dailyresearchplot.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/new-sam
It looks like Tessa Thompson might have a new man in her life!
The 40-year-old actress, best known for her work in Thor and Westworld, was spotted on a date with Brandon Green this week.
Tessa and Brandon sat in courtside seats while attending a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday (March 6) at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Keep reading to find out more…
You can see photos of the date on DailyMail.com.
For those who don’t know, Brandon was most recently linked to actress Emma Watson. He is the son of British fashion tycoon and billionaire Sir Philip Green.
It’s unclear if Tessa and Brandon are a couple or just friends.
Tessa previously was linked to Dev Hynes and we have some photos of them together back in 2019.
The 40-year-old actress, best known for her work in Thor and Westworld, was spotted on a date with Brandon Green this week.
Tessa and Brandon sat in courtside seats while attending a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday (March 6) at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Keep reading to find out more…
You can see photos of the date on DailyMail.com.
For those who don’t know, Brandon was most recently linked to actress Emma Watson. He is the son of British fashion tycoon and billionaire Sir Philip Green.
It’s unclear if Tessa and Brandon are a couple or just friends.
Tessa previously was linked to Dev Hynes and we have some photos of them together back in 2019.
- 3/8/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
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