Bust out the butterbeer ... because it's International 'Harry Potter' Day!
The world watched as Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson,and Rupert Grint grew up on the big screen ... playing Harry, Hermione, and Ron for about a decade. Test your wizarding wit below to see if your muggle brain has stayed sharp!
And while they've passed the torch to a new trio set to star in HBO's upcoming TV adaptation, you may be wondering ... where is the OG cast now?
You won't need that summoning charm to find out ... because we've got your "where are they now" gallery right here!
United Kingdom authorities are aware of death threats to a Black star of the upcoming HBO 'Harry Potter' series ... and they've been in contact with the production, TMZ has learned.
The Hertfordshire Constabulary -- which polices the area where the series is filming -- tells TMZ ... a police report has not been filed, but they are aware of threats targeting actor Paapa Essiedu. We're told officers are in contact with Warner Bros. UK Studio.
If you don't know ... HBO head honcho Casey Bloys recently told reporters the show, based on the beloved books byJ.K. Rowling, upped security while filming after Essiedu got threats regarding his casting as Professor Severus Snape -- the character played by late legend Alan Rickman in the film series.
Paapa Essiedu says he's gotten an onslaught of racially charged death threats since getting cast as Snape in the upcoming 'Harry Potter' series.
He recalled to The Times of London, "I’ve been told, 'Quit or I’ll murder you.'" He added ... "The reality is that if I look at Instagram I will see somebody saying, 'I’m going to come to your house and kill you.'"
Paapa remarked that he's "pretty sure" he's "not going to be murdered" ... before nervously joking that his comment might "age badly."
HBO heads back to Hogwarts in the first trailer for the highly anticipated 'Harry Potter' remake.
On Wednesday, the network dropped the teaser for "Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone" -- the TV adaptation of the famed book series.
The promo follows the new Harry, Ron, and Hermione -- played by Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout and Arabella Stanton -- as they begin school at the Wizarding World's elite academy.
Daniel Radcliffe’s getting real about child stardom, saying therapy for young actors shouldn’t just be encouraged, it should be mandatory ... and there's a heartbreaking reason why he believes that.
The 'Harry Potter' star says he knows he got lucky starting out so young, but he remembers one child actor in particular who later took his own life, believing he had no right to complain because the world thought he had it all ... fame, money, and success.
Speaking on Bustle’s "One Nightstand With Daniel Radcliffe," he said that illusion -- that child actors are living the dream -- can be crushing behind the scenes, which is exactly why therapy should be built into the system.
Emma Watson looks like she's found a romantic partner south of the border ... 'cause it seems like she's coupled up with an ultra-wealthy Mexican businessman.
Check out these photos of Emma and Gonzalo Hevia Baillères ... they're kissing at the airport and look boo'd up while breaking bread.
In other words, this has all the makings of a new couple alert!!!
Tom Felton made a truly show-stopping entrance, reprising his role as Draco Malfoy in Broadway's "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" last night ... and the moment was captured on video.
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The crowd erupted for more than 30 seconds as Tom politely stood, waiting to deliver his first line.
"I need a favor," he was finally allowed to say after the cheers and applause simmered down.
Accio, pics of Dumbledore! HBO's "Harry Potter" series is underway ... and we have a first look at John Lithgow in full costume.
The 79-year-old Emmy winner looks unrecognizable as the headmaster of Hogwarts, fully disappearing into the role. This show of commitment should calm down any fans who were worried about the professor being played by an American actor ... John has the unenviable task of filling the legendary shoes of his predecessors, the late Richard Harris and Michael Gambon.
As soon as he was announced, John tried to get in front of the inevitable controversy that would surround his casting ... saying, "I will be following the great Michael Gambon. I'm not an Englishman, although I've played one on TV. I remind everyone that I did play Winston Churchill on 'The Crown' and did just fine."
J.K. Rowling has firmly rejected Emma Watson’s olive branch following years of public opposition to trans rights ... delivering a scathing response to her on X.
The author tore into the actress in the fiery post Monday, accusing the "Harry Potter' star of being "ignorant of how ignorant she was," pointing out that Emma grew up a multimillionaire at 14 and never faced adult life without the cushion of wealth and fame -- a stark contrast to Rowling’s own experience.
I'm seeing quite a bit of comment about this, so I want to make a couple of points.
I'm not owed eternal agreement from any actor who once played a character I created. The idea is as ludicrous as me checking with the boss I had when I was twenty-one for what opinions I should… https://t.co/c0pz19P7jc
J.K. said she lived in poverty while writing 'Harry Potter' -- the series that made Emma famous -- and says her own life experience gives her a clear understanding of what the attack on women’s rights -- which she claims Emma has enthusiastically supported -- truly means for women without her privileges.
Jessie Cave might be best known for casting spells on the big screen ... although it looks like she's entranced her new fans for a completely different reason.
The "Harry Potter" actress launched an OnlyFans account in early 2025, and she's since claimed her new career move resulted in her being booted from a fan convention.
We're going to see why the performer chose to start creating content for the subscription-only service ... and check out how she's come to terms with her exclusion from the event.
Emma Watson and J.K. Rowling go way back, as the actor began starring in the 'Harry Potter' film series before she'd even reached her teenage years.
However, their relationship was fractured when the author began publicly sharing opinions many viewed as transphobic, after which the actress shared her support for transgender people.
We're going to look at how the two ended up being driven apart ... and what they've each said about a potential reconciliation.
Emma Watson still has love in her heart for J.K. Rowling... even after the 'Harry Potter' author has publicly dissed her and her costars over their public support of transgender rights.
Emma, who famously played Hermione Granger in the renowned film series, appeared on the "On Purpose With Jay Shetty" podcast Wednesday and addressed the seemingly tense relationship between herself and JKR, noting ... "I think it's my deepest wish that I hope people who don't agree with my opinion will love me and I hope I can keep loving people who I don't necessarily share the same opinion with."
She added that although she has differing views from the controversial author, she still cherishes the favorable experiences she had with JK growing up.
Emma Watson ditched the Hogwarts Express for the speeding express -- 'cause she’s been hit with a 6‑month driving ban for putting the pedal to the metal!
Yup -- our favorite witch was caught muggling it a bit too fast ... 'cause she got clocked doing 38 in a 30 mph zone in Oxford, England last July, and after a blink-and-you'll-miss-it hearing Wednesday nearly a year later, she’s banned from driving for 6 months.
To really drive the point home, Emma was also hit with a £1,044 ($1,400) fine at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court.
Think you're magically seeing Daniel Radcliffeas a mini wizard once again? Think again, muggles -- that’s pint-sized spell-slinger Dominic McLaughlin suiting up as Harry Potter for the first time, and he’s serving some serious sorcery!
HBO just dropped the first look at little Dominic all decked out for the new 'Harry Potter' series -- round specs, Hogwarts robes, the whole magical makeover -- as filming kicks off at the UK's iconic Warner Bros. Studios.
Of course, he's sporting the iconic forehead scar just under those heavy bangs ... we’re calling it: the casting’s spot on!
There's a new "Harry Potter" cast ... but, many older fans will always love the OG Golden Trio -- and, we've put together clips so you can relive them growing up before your eyes.
Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson weren't even teenagers yet when they were cast as Harry, Ron and Hermione respectively ... but, they were still catching all the attention at the 'Sorcerer's Stone' premiere in 2001.
They always looked joyful on the red carpet -- even sharing a laugh with now-controversial author of the 'Harry Potter' books, J.K. Rowling.
Check out all the videos from their time working on the series ... it's a magical ride!
The "Harry Potter" TV series just dropped a major casting bombshell -- a fresh trio of pint-sized magic-makers are ready to take on the Big Three and bring Hogwarts back to life!
HBO just dropped the first photo of the new kid crew: Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley, Arabella Stanton stepping into Hermione’s shoes, and Dominic McLaughlin suiting up as the boy who lived -- Harry Potter himself.
The trio are relatively fresh faces -- they have a few acting credits here and there -- and judging by their grins, they're ready for stardom -- and TBH, it's well deserved 'cause the casting team sifted through tens of thousands of hopefuls before they hit the jackpot.
