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== Filmography == | == Filmography == |
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Daniel Radcliffe | |
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File:Harry Potter - Goblet of Fire.jpgRadcliffe in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire | |
Born | July 23, 1989 Fulham, London, England |
Occupation | Actor |
Daniel Jacob Radcliffe (born 23 July 1989) is an English actor, best known for playing the wizard Harry Potter in each of the first five films based on the best-selling book series, written by J. K. Rowling.
Biography
Early life
Daniel Radcliffe was born in Fulham, London, the only child of Alan Radcliffe (a literary agent) and Marcia Gresham (a casting agent, who was involved in several films for the BBC). At age five, he expressed a desire to act. In December 1999, he made his first on-screen appearance as the title character in the BBC's televised version of the Dickens novel David Copperfield.
Career
In 1999, Radcliffe was selected to star as the wizard Harry Potter in a big-budget adaptation of the popular book series by J.K. Rowling, after auditions involving thousands of applicants. Radcliffe's first theatrical film appearance was in 2001, a small supporting role in The Tailor of Panama. His first starring role as Harry Potter, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (released in the United States as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone), was released later that year and became a large financial success. It was, at the time, the second highest grossing movie of all time.
In 2002, Radcliffe reprised his role in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Co-starring was Kenneth Branagh, who that same year directed the stage production, The Play What I Wrote, in which Radcliffe made an appearance. In 2004 and 2005, Radcliffe returned to the Potter franchise in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The films continued to produce high box office results and were considered successful worldwide.
Radcliffe's next release will be the independent Australian film, December Boys. Filming on Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix began in early 2006, and the film is currently scheduled for release in 2007. Radcliffe will also appear on the television sitcom, Extras.
At the age of 16, Radcliffe became the youngest non-royal ever to have an individual portrait in England's National Portrait Gallery. He was only 14 when he posed for artist Stuart Pearson Wright while on a break from filming the Potter movies. On April 13th 2006, his portrait was unveiled as part of a new exhibition opening at London's National Theatre and then moved to the National Portrait Gallery where it currently resides. Daniel Radcliffe.com
Personal life
Radcliffe was previously educated at Sussex House School, Knightsbridge, and is currently educated at the public City of London School. He has two dogs named Binka and Nugget.
He plays bass guitar and is a rock music fan who admires a diverse lineup of bands, from The Beatles to The Arctic Monkeys . As well as being a fan of Fulham Football Club, Daniel was a follower of Formula One Racing. While on set, to keep busy, Daniel enjoys playing table tennis and video games with his other cast members.
Radcliffe's personal fortune has now exceeded GB £23 million making him one of the richest teenagers in the United Kingdom . Radcliffe has been a supporter of various charities, including the Demelza House, to which he has requested fans make donations in lieu of sending him birthday presents.
Filmography
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2007 | Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix | Harry Potter | Filming |
2006 | December Boys | Maps | |
2005 | Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire | Harry Potter | |
2004 | Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban | Harry Potter | |
2002 | Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets | Harry Potter | |
2001 | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone | Harry Potter | U.S. title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone |
The Tailor of Panama | Mark Pendel | ||
1999 | David Copperfield | Young David Copperfield | TV miniseries |
Awards
Nominations
2006
- Best Young Actor (Critic's Choice Awards)
- Actor of the Year (AOL Moviefone Moviegoer Awards)
- Best Performance by a Young Actor (Saturn Awards)
- Best Hero (MTV Movie Awards)
- Best On-Screen Team (with Emma Watson and Rupert Grint; MTV Movie Awards)
- Best Actor (Poptastic Awards)
- Male Hottie (Poptastic Awards)
2005
- Best Performance by a Young Actor (Saturn Awards)
- Best Young Actor (Critic's Choice Awards)
2003
- Best Performance by a Young Actor (Saturn Awards)
- Best Acting Ensemble (Phoenix Film Critics Society Awards)
- Most Unforgettable Scene (for the scene "Harry Battles The Basilisk" in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets) (American Moviegoer Awards)
2002
- Best Performance by a Young Actor (Saturn Awards)
- Best Young Actor (Broadcast Film Critics Association's Choice Awards)
- Breakthrough Male Performance (MTV Movie Awards)
- Best Newcomer (Phoenix Film Critics Society Awards)
- Best Debut (with Emma Watson and Rupert Grint) (Sony Ericsson Empire Awards)
- Outstanding Actor (American Moviegoer Awards)
- Best Performance in a Feature Film: Leading Young Actor (Young Artist Awards)
- Best Ensemble in a Feature Film (with Emma Watson, Rupert Grint and Tom Felton; Young Artist Awards)
Wins
2006
- Best Actor (Cine Awards, Belgium)
- Best Male Film Star (Gold): Otto Awards, 2006
2005
- Best Young Actor (SyFy Portal's SyFy Genre Awards)
2004
- Top 10 Child Stars (RTL Television, Germany)
- Best Breakthrough Male Actor (Star Channel Star Awards, Japan)
- Best Junior Achiever (for viewers' favorite under-16 guest on the show Relly Awards)
- Young Talent of the Year (ITV Celebrity Awards)
- Best Movie Actor (K-Zone Kids Awards, Philippines)
- Best Film Star/Actor (Dutch Kids Choice Awards)
2003
- Best Young Actor (SyFy Portal's SyFy Genre Awards)
- Best Actor (Roadshow Cinema Grand Prix Awards, Japan)
- Best Junior Achiever (for viewers' favorite under-21 guest on the show Relly Awards)
2002
- Person of the Year (Time For Kids)
- Targa d'Oro ("Gold Plate", David di Donatello Awards)
- Outstanding New Talent (Sir James Carreras Award for the Variety Club Showbusiness Awards)
2001
- Male Youth Discovery of the Year (Hollywood Women's Press Club)
References
Footnotes
- "harrypotter.warnerbros.co.uk". Warner Bros. (Flash: click appropriate actor's image, click "Actor Bio") (Official site). Retrieved 28 March.
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External links
- Daniel Radcliffe at IMDb
- DanRadcliffe.com Unofficial site with contributions from Daniel & family
- DanRadcliffe.co.uk Unofficial site with contributions from Daniel & family
- Radcliffe interview, 2005, Aced Magazine