Severus Snape has topped a poll to find the best loved 'Harry Potter' character. The wizard - played by Alan Rickman - received over 500 more votes than Harry's best pal Ron Weasley... more
The Harry Potter series has made its three main child stars among the most recognisable faces in the world - as well as making them rich beyond their dreams... more
With the premiere of the last Harry Potter film, Emma Watson says goodbye to 12 years of her young life. She tells Richard Godwin she wouldn't put her own child through it... more
Wizard mania is to descend on the South Bank as fans duel with magic wands for a chance to win tickets to the world premiere of the final Harry Potter movie
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Having cast a spell over the whole of Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films, Clémence Poésy has graduated to bewitching fashion designers and film directors. She's magic, says Hermione Eyre ... more
Rupert Grint, who plays Ron Weasley in the Potter series, stars in Cherrybomb, a story of a teenager in Belfast experimenting with sex and drugs.... more
As the epic Harry Potter franchise approaches its climax, the pleasure is in the rich, complex world JK Rowling has created around the boy wizard.... more
Eager fans awaiting the new Harry Potter film have been given a glimpse of the first official trailer, and it's set to be the darkest movie in the series yet.... more
Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince has been chosen for this year's Royal Film Performance. The sequel will receive its European premiere in front of a member of the Royal Family.... more
The name Rupert Grint is synonymous with the wholesome entertainment of the Harry Potter franchise. But the 19-year-old has signed up to appear in a new gritty, violent coming-of-age drama.... more
Celebrating her 18th birthday with a lush dinner, Emma Watson was surrounded by her family, friends and Harry Potter co-stars. Tom Felton, who plays villain Draco Malfoy turned up sporting his trademark platinum blonde quiff, Evanna Lynch aka Luna Lovegood attended and Katie Leung, known for her role as Harry's love interest Cho, was also present
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Julie Walters has described her excitement at being made a CBE as she revealed the Prince of Wales is a Harry Potter fan. The award-winning star famed for her parts on stage, screen and television said Charles told her he 'loved' the movies featuring the boy wizard... more
Harry Potter star Emma Watson's well-to-do folks have banned her from spending time with Razorlight frontman Johnny Borrell. Chris and Jacqueline Watson 'went mad' when they saw photos of their 17-year-old daughter partying with the former heroin addict during London Fashion Week last week
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Seven thousand girls who auditioned at Earl's Court to play Lavender Brown in Harry Potter And The Half-Blood Prince have been left disappointed after actress Jessie Cave was cast in the role.... more
An industry employing hundreds has grown up around the Harry Potter films. Mike Goodridge went to watch the crew at work - and talk to the fifth film's star.... more
Rupert Grint is having driving lessons in real life and in the movies. He stars in Driving Lessons opposite Julie Walters, which had its premiere in Mayfair last night.... more
Film news: Helena Bonham Carter has won the role of evil Death Eater Bellatrix Lestrange in the next Harry Potter film. The 40-year-old star will play one of Lord Voldemort's followers in the forthcoming Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.... more
Exclusive: After high-profile allegations this season, Charlton's manager is pleased the issue is now being addressed but says the authorities still have plenty of work to do
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