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Superman's Lex Luthor star Nicholas Hoult joins HBO's Harry Potter ahead of season 2, but he's not playing Voldemort

HBO's Harry Potter series casts Nicholas Hoult as a major character from The Chamber of Secrets

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'The trans community deserve safety and dignity': Harry Potter TV star Bel Powley disagrees with J.K. Rowling's gender views

Bel Powley - who will play Petunia Dursley in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series - has revealed she "strongly disagrees" with J.K. Rowling's outspoken views on transgender rights.

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Quote of the day by Albus Dumbledore: ‘Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light’

A famous quote reminds us to look for happiness even during difficult times. It suggests finding moments that make circumstances easier to carry. This perspective shifts focus from external changes to internal visibility. Actions like reaching out to friends can help turn on the light. These ordinary decisions help people…

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Harry Potter Star Michael Byrne Dies at 82, Closing the Book on a Remarkable Career

Michael Byrne, the British actor known for Indiana Jones and Harry Potter, has died at 82 after a long career in theatre, film and television.

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People Have A Special Spot In Their Hearts For The 25 Harry Potter Actors That Are No More

The Harry Potter franchise has been one of the most successful in the world of cinema. Ultimately, it's some of the greatest talents that graced the screen, nailed the role perfectly, and played a part in its success. Today, we look back at the actors from the series that have…

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Quote of the Day by the author of the Harry Potter series, J.K. Rowling: 'It is our choices that show what we truly are...'-Incredible lessons on character, free will, and the power of moral courage by the bestselling children's author

Quote of the Day: J.K. Rowling's profound quote, "It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities," underscores the paramount importance of character over talent. Psychologists and modern research highlight that our decisions, especially during adversity, reveal our true selves. This wisdom, originating from…

The Economic Times

Daniel Radcliffe Ran Into John Lithgow At His Show (And Yes They Talked About Harry Potter)

The magical meeting we all wanted!

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John Lithgow Was Asked About His Favorite Harry Potter Book, And Just Dropped A Season 1 Bombshell Instead

Gotta love those unexpected reveals!

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Daniel Radcliffe reveals John Lithgow’s ‘sweet’ verdict on new Harry Potter cast

The original Harry Potter star has shared details of a backstage conversation with the veteran actor playing Albus Dumbledore in HBO’s forthcoming television adaptation.

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Who’d Win In A Fight Between Dumbledore And Gandalf? I Really Love Ian McKellen’s Take

Two legendary beards enter, but only one can exit.

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HBO ‘Harry Potter’ Reboot Suddenly Thrown Into Chaos As Child Actor Quits

Gracie Cochrane and her family announced that the actress will exit the HBO show after playing the youngest Weasley sibling in its first season.

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Who Would Win In A Fight, Gandalf Or Dumbledore? Ian McKellen Finally Gives His Answer To Age-Old Question

It was obvious to Sir Ian McKellen who would win a duel between Dumbledore and “original wizard” Gandalf.

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Harry Potter TV adaptation renewed for second season months before debut

The first season is set to premiere at Christmas this year

The Independent UK

Harry Potter star John Lithgow struggles to 'contemplate' how long he'll be playing Albus Dumbledore

John Lithgow will play Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming Harry Potter series on HBO.

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John Lithgow reveals ‘extremely difficult thing to contemplate’ about joining Harry Potter reboot in series’ new documentary

Lithgow appeared in making-of documentary ‘Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic’ on HBO Max

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John Lithgow believes that J.K. Rowling's trans views have been 'misrepresented'

John Lithgow - who will star in the forthcoming Harry Potter TV series - feels that the franchise's author J.K. Rowling's controversial views on transgender issues have been "twisted and misrepresented" to a certain extent.

Evening Standard

Harry Potter TV series to air special giving fans exclusive glimpse of show

The one-off special will air on HBO on Sunday.

Salon

Harry Potter and the half-baked debate

What began with a well-meaning comic questioning a stance became a model for learning what true allyship requires

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Harry Potter HBO Series Cast vs Original Movie Cast: Full comparison

A new era of magic begins.

The Independent UK

John Lithgow says he’s ‘surprised’ and ‘disappointed’ by JK Rowling’s response to criticism over gender views

The ‘3rd Rock From The Sun’ actor said he believes the author has ‘doubled down’ on her views ‘at her own cost’

Euronews

New HBO Harry Potter series trailer released: Here’s everything you need to know

The first look at HBO’s big-budget TV reimagining of J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books also reveals that first season will premiere this Christmas – not in 2027 as previously expected.

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What Has The Cast Of The Harry Potter TV Reboot Said About JK Rowling’s Transphobia?

John Lithgow and Nick Frost are among the castmates who’ve responded to Rowling’s views.

The Guardian - US

First trailer for Harry Potter TV series reveals much-anticipated new take

First real look at HBO’s big-budget small screen take on JK Rowling’s best-selling books also reveals that first season will premiere this Christmas

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52 Of Everyone’s Favorite Witches And Wizards And Their Wild Backstories That Make Them Unique

It's cackles and cauldrons. It's wands and weird incantations. These are what we associate with our favorite witches and wizards from TV, movies, and even history! But behind the cloaks and makeup are some pretty weird stories and wild facts. Read this article to find out who's who in the…

The Independent UK

John Lithgow ‘considered quitting’ Harry Potter series after ‘upsetting’ backlash

Dumbledore actor has distanced himself from author JK Rowling

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