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Nika Shakhnazarova

Daniel Radcliffe congratulates Rupert Grint on new baby and says he's an 'awesome dad'

Daniel Radcliffe has revealed he was "so happy" for former Harry Potter co-star Rupert Grint as he recently became a dad.

The actor, 30, also let fans know he is very much in touch with former co-star Emma Watson, as the trio keep their friendship alive after almost a decade since the franchise's final film.

Speaking on America's  Today Show, Daniel dished: "Absolutely [we're in touch]. We're not as close as we once were but I [recently] text Rupert because of his baby.

"I mean that is still wild to me that we are now at the stage were we are having kids and I'm sure that is a fact that makes the rest of the world feel very old."

Daniel Radcliffe congratulated his pal Rupert on becoming a dad (The Today Show)

Daniel revealed that he's "genuinely just so happy for him. He is going to be an awesome dad".

Daniel also spoke of his former co-star's exciting news last month on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, saying: "Yes, I texted him the other day and said I was so happy for him and it's very very cool.

"It's also like super weird, for me, to think that we are all at the age where we are all having children, but we definitely are!"

Rupert recently welcomed a baby girl with partner Georgia Groome (PA Wire/Press Association Images)

Rupert and his partner Georgia Groome welcomed their baby girl last month.

A statement from the couple's publicist confirmed the happy news, saying: "Rupert Grint and Georgia Groome are delighted to confirm the birth of their baby girl.

"We would please ask that you respect their privacy at this very special time."

Daniel, Rupert and Emma found fame after starring in Harry Potter (Getty Images)

The couple have yet to reveal the name of their little girl.

Rupert has been dating the Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging star since 2011.

Last year they sparked marriage rumours when they were spotted wearing what looked like matching wedding rings.

However, a rep for the pair insisted they hadn't tied the knot in secret.

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