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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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Iconic Harry Potter star looks unrecognisable as reprises role 14 years after films end
He will be the first of the original film cast to reprieve his role on stage THAT'S MAGIC! Iconic Harry Potter star looks unrecognisable as reprises role 14 years after films end Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HARRY Potter star looks unrecognisable as he announces the reprisal of his role - 14 years after the film series concluded. Tom Felton is set to slither back into his wizard role of Draco Malfoy, a role he was originally cast for back in 2001 when he was just 14. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 The Surrey-born actor, who starred in all the film adaptations of JK Rowling's fantasy novel until the last movie in 2011, will make a comeback as Harry Potter's school bully on Broadway Credit: PA 5 Tom Felton playing Draco Malfoy as a boy (left) and in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (right). Credit: PA 5 He is set to step on the Broadway stage in November Credit: PA The 37-year-old will play the Slytherin school bully for a spell on Broadway in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. The stage play spin-off features the characters later in life. Tom said of the New York shows: 'It's surreal to be stepping back into his shoes - and of course his iconic platinum blond hair - and I am thrilled to be able to see his story through and to share it with the greatest fan community in the world. "This will be a full-circle moment, because when I begin this autumn, I'll also be the exact age Draco is in the play.' The hit play, which is an epilogue to the famous wizard's story, following on from the end of the book series, opened in London's West End in 2016 before transferring stateside two years later. It is the highest-grossing non-musical play in Broadway's history, and has sold over 10 million birefs worldwide since its UK premiere. As well as New York, it currently has shows running in Tokyo, London, and Hamburg. Fenton will play the role at NYC's Lyric Theatre for 19 weeks from November 11. The English actor starred opposite Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson on screen in the film franchise from 2001 to 2011. Now, he will become the first of the original film cast to join a stage show, set 19 years in the future from the end of the book, with Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Draco sending their kids to Hogwarts. Julia Hartley-Brewer stands with JK Rowling The actor also posted a teaser clip to his Instagram account, where he returns to Draco's iconic blonde locks and robes, reaches for his wooden wand before menacingly asks: "Scared, Potter?" A caption then reads: "Draco is back." The producers of Broadway production, Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender, said in a joint statement they could not wait to see Felton perform: "once again with the same depth, gravity, and humanity he has always brought to Draco". "It's not lost on us that this is a cultural moment charged with nostalgia, evolution, and emotion. "Tom's return to Hogwarts bridges generations of fans and breathes new life into a beloved story. "We're beyond thrilled to welcome Tom back 'home' but also into a new family: our Broadway company." Tickets for Fenton's show will go on general sale on June 12, with a presale starting two days earlier. We told last week how a Scottish youngster has been chosen to play Harry Potter in HBO's TV adaptation of the famous book series. Producers have cast screen newcomers Dominic McLaughlin in the role of Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. 5 Iconic Harry Potter star reprises role 14 years after film series ended – Tom Felton, Draco Malfoy
Scottish Sun
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Harry Potter star, 83, says she ‘doesn't have long to live' after heart operation
The star revealed she now has a 'cow's heart' after having major surgery HEALTH UPDATE Harry Potter star, 83, says she 'doesn't have long to live' after heart operation HARRY Potter star Miriam Margolyes has revealed she "doesn't have long to live" after undergoing a major heart operation. The actress, 83, known for playing Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter franchise, had procedure called transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in 2023. Advertisement 5 Miriam Margolyes has revealed she 'doesn't have long to live' Credit: Rex 5 The actress said she is convinced her life expectancy is around five or six years Credit: Getty 5 Miriam (middle) known for playing Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter franchise Credit: Alamy This involved having her heart valve replaced by one taken for a cow after suffering a health scare. Miriam said she is convinced her life expectancy is around five or six years as she shared a new update. The TV star said: "When you know that you haven't got long to live – and I'm probably going to die within the next five or six years, if not before, I'm loath to leave behind performing. It's such a joy." "I yearn to play roles that don't confine me to wheelchairs, but I'm just not strong enough," she added in a new interview with The Times. Advertisement Miriam previously opened up about her health issues on the Table Manners podcast with Jessie and Lennie Ware. She said: "I've got a cow's heart now. Well, not the whole heart. I've had an aortic valve replaced by a cow's aortic valve." When singer Jessie asked if that was quite a common thing, Miriam joked: "I think it's rather refined, actually!" She continued: "I don't know how common it is. I'd never heard of that operation. But it saves you from having open heart surgery, which would be infinitely more invasive." Advertisement Miriam went on to explain the incredible technique doctors used to perform the operation. She revealed: "They made two little holes in your groin. One in each groin and then they shoved this thing through. Harry Potter cast in bitter feud as Hogwarts actors slams 'derogatory comments' made by huge co-star "And I don't know how they pull it up but they sort of pull it up with stereos. And then when it comes to the point, when it's in your heart, they pull a little string and it goes pow! "And lo and behold, your artery or your aortic valve is shoved unceremoniously to the side." Advertisement Miriam sparked concern back in May 2023 when she was rushed to hospital with a chest infection. She updated fans on social media with a snap of her on the ward. Sharing a photo of her in a hospital gown from her bed, she said: "Thanks to my precious friends who thought of me on Tavi Day. I did survive and I am still in The Royal Brompton Hospital certainly till Sunday. "I am growing energy but it's still not quite me." Advertisement The star later told Vogue that she may have to go under the knife, following the "unexpected" health issue. She revealed: 'When you're young, you never think about death. You just think about your next f*** basically. I think about death a lot." 5 Miriam had procedure called transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in 2023 Credit: Facebook / Miriam Margolyes 5 The star revealed she now has a 'cow's heart' after having major surgery Credit: Alamy
The Irish Sun
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Harry Potter star, 83, says she ‘doesn't have long to live' after heart operation
HARRY Potter star Miriam Margolyes has revealed she "doesn't have long to live" after undergoing a major heart operation. The actress, 83, known for playing Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter franchise, had in 2023. 5 Miriam Margolyes has revealed she 'doesn't have long to live' Credit: Rex 5 The actress said she is convinced her life expectancy is around five or six years Credit: Getty 5 Miriam (middle) known for playing Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter franchise Credit: Alamy This involved having her heart valve replaced by one taken for a cow after suffering a health scare. Miriam said she is convinced her life expectancy is around five or six years as she shared a new update. The TV star said: "When you know that you haven't got long to live – and I'm probably going to die within the next five or six years, if not before, I'm loath to leave behind performing. It's such a joy." "I yearn to play roles that don't confine me to wheelchairs, but I'm just not strong enough," she added in a new interview with The Times. READ MORE ON HARRY POTTER health issues on the Table Manners podcast with Jessie and Lennie Ware. She said: "I've got a cow's heart now. Well, not the whole heart. I've had an aortic valve replaced by a cow's aortic valve." When She continued: "I don't know how common it is. I'd never heard of that operation. But it saves you from having open heart surgery, which would be infinitely more invasive." Most read in Celebrity She revealed: "They made two little holes in your groin. One in each groin and then they shoved this thing through. Harry Potter cast in bitter feud as Hogwarts actors slams 'derogatory comments' made by huge co-star "And I don't know how they pull it up but they sort of pull it up with stereos. And then when it comes to the point, when it's in your heart, they pull a little string and it goes pow! "And lo and behold, your artery or your aortic valve is shoved unceremoniously to the side." Miriam sparked concern back in May 2023 She updated fans on social media with a snap of her on the ward. Sharing a photo of her in a hospital gown from her bed, she said: "Thanks to my precious friends who thought of me on Tavi Day. I did survive and I am still in The Royal Brompton Hospital certainly till Sunday. "I am growing energy but it's still not quite me." The star later told Vogue that she may have to go under the knife, following the "unexpected" health issue. She revealed: 'When you're young, you never think about death. You just think about your next f*** basically. I think about death a lot." 5 Miriam had procedure called transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in 2023 Credit: Facebook / Miriam Margolyes 5 The star revealed she now has a 'cow's heart' after having major surgery Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
23-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Harry Potter star rushed to hospital for emergency surgery after ‘inability to breathe'
HARRY Potter star Stan Yanevski has been rushed to hospital for emergency surgery after suffering with breathing issues. Stan, 39, who played Bulgarian Quidditch star Viktor Krum in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, shared an Instagram update from his hospital bed today. 2 Harry Potter star Stan Yanevski has been rushed to hospital for emergency surgery after suffering with breathing issues Credit: Instagram Posting a selfie with a bandaged nose, he wrote a heartfelt message to fans in which he thanked them for their support. He began: 'Hello lovely ladies and gentlemen. Time has finally come to reveal the news but first things first. THANK YOU all for the lovely birthday wishes! "I appreciate every post, every message and I promise you I've felt very special and supported on this very important day in my life. "Now about the photo - soon after my birthday I was hospitalised due to inability to breathe. I was taken into surgery and the photo was taken right after I had come out of the surgical room." read more on Harry Potter WAND-ERFUL Harry Potter star poses for very rare snap with comedian boyfriend The actor also shared that he chose to keep the ordeal private until now to avoid alarming anyone. He added: 'As always and those who know me closer, I went through this in silence as I didn't want to scare or worry anybody. I've always been this way. I fight through struggles in quiet. "Of course I had support from the few I had told and my family for which I'm very thankful.' Thankfully, Stan said he's now on the mend and looking forward to a full recovery. He continued: 'I am still recovering and things are looking great. I will be able to breathe freely, experience all scents of life, which was something I had lost over the past months. "I will be able to sleep without struggles, recover properly with peaceful sleep and be at my full powers very soon.' Harry Potter star looks unrecognisable as he stars in very racy movie He added that he currently has 'a few pieces planted' in his nose, meaning he can't speak properly and has temporarily paused his Cameo bookings. Stan explained: 'I stopped it, so I'm not available for bookings until I can talk properly again." A recent checkup, however, brought some good news. He said: 'I had a checkup with my doctor today and he said that I'm recovering really well and was actually quite surprised with my progress. I guess all the healthy diets, training and self control and belief help in such cases." "Thank you all for all the love and support as always! Much love from me to you all and have a wonderful and majestic weekend ahead. Yours truly, Stan.'
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Harry Potter star rushed to hospital for emergency surgery after ‘inability to breathe'
HARRY Potter star Stan Yanevski has been rushed to hospital for emergency surgery after suffering with breathing issues. Stan, 39, who played Bulgarian Quidditch star Viktor Krum in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, shared an Instagram update from his hospital bed today. Advertisement 2 Harry Potter star Stan Yanevski has been rushed to hospital for emergency surgery after suffering with breathing issues Credit: Instagram Posting a selfie with a bandaged nose, he wrote a heartfelt message to fans in which he thanked them for their support. He began: 'Hello lovely ladies and gentlemen. Time has finally come to reveal the news but first things first. THANK YOU all for the lovely birthday wishes! "I appreciate every post, every message and I promise you I've felt very special and supported on this very important day in my life. "Now about the photo - soon after my birthday I was hospitalised due to inability to breathe. I was taken into surgery and the photo was taken right after I had come out of the surgical room." Advertisement read more on Harry Potter The actor also shared that he chose to keep the ordeal private until now to avoid alarming anyone. He added: 'As always and those who know me closer, I went through this in silence as I didn't want to scare or worry anybody. I've always been this way. I fight through struggles in quiet. "Of course I had support from the few I had told and my family for which I'm very thankful.' Thankfully, Stan said he's now on the mend and looking forward to a full recovery. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity He continued: 'I am still recovering and things are looking great. I will be able to breathe freely , experience all scents of life, which was something I had lost over the past months. "I will be able to sleep without struggles, recover properly with peaceful sleep and be at my full powers very soon.' Harry Potter star looks unrecognisable as he stars in very racy movie He added that he currently has 'a few pieces planted' in his nose, meaning he can't speak properly and has temporarily paused his Cameo bookings. Stan explained: 'I stopped it, so I'm not available for bookings until I can talk properly again." Advertisement A recent checkup, however, brought some good news. He said: 'I had a checkup with my doctor today and he said that I'm recovering really well and was actually quite surprised with my progress. I guess all the healthy diets, training and self control and belief help in such cases." "Thank you all for all the love and support as always! Much love from me to you all and have a wonderful and majestic weekend ahead. Yours truly, Stan.' 2 He played Bulgarian Quidditch star Viktor Krum in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Credit: Alamy Advertisement
