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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Harry Potter Actor Alastair Stout's Age Explained
With the casting process for the upcoming Harry Potter reboot series entering its final stages, HBO has now announced the trio who will occupy the leading roles of Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger. With Alastair Stout joining the cast as Ron alongside Dominic McLaughlin as Harry and Arabella Stanton as Hermione, fans have become curious about the child actor and his age. Here's everything you need to know about Stout and what's currently known about his age. While the exact age of Alastair Stout remains unknown, he is believed to have been born between 2014 and 2016. As such, the British youngster could be anywhere between 9 to 11 years old at the time of writing, as this was the age range given in the casting call put out by producers. This would make Alastair Stout a similar age to the 11-year-old Arabella Stanton, as well as Dominic McLaughlin, whose age also falls in the 9 to 11-year-old bracket. Unlike his co-stars, however, Stout hasn't had much experience performing in front of the camera. McLaughlin has already secured roles in the upcoming Sky comedy Grow, as well as the BBC action adventure series Gifted, while Stanton has featured in renowned plays such as Matilda the Musical and Starlight Express. In sharp contrast, Alastair Stout, whose real age remains under wraps at the moment, has reportedly only starred in a single advertisement for Albert Bartlett potatoes so far. The newcomer portrays 'Son at dinner' in the commercial, which is titled 'Roll on Jersey Royal Season,' as per The Scotsman. While Harry Potter fans might take some time to adjust to the aforementioned child actors taking over the roles of Hogwarts' iconic trio from Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, showrunner and executive producer Francesca Gardiner believes that they have found the right actors to carry on the Harry Potter legacy. 'The talent of these three unique actors is wonderful to behold, and we cannot wait for the world to witness their magic together onscreen,' Gardiner noted while confirming the cast for Harry, Ron, and Hermione in the much-awaited Harry Potter reboot. Originally reported by Apoorv Rastogi on ComingSoon. The post Harry Potter Actor Alastair Stout's Age Explained appeared first on Mandatory.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Ana de Armas 'hated' singing in Eden
Ana de Armas was "terrified" of singing in 'Eden'. The 37-year-old actress starred in the Ron Howard-directed survival thriller film alongside Vanessa Kirby, Sydney Sweeney and Jude Law, and Ana has now revealed that she did everything she could to avoid having to sing in the movie. During an appearance on 'Hot Ones', the actress explained: "I hated it. "I remember when I talked to Ron. And I was like 'Ron, I really think I should lip sync. This is not for me.' And he just didn't want to hear it. "He was like 'no, you're singing. You're singing. If you do it bad, it's good for the character.' And I'm like 'yeah but people don't know that.'" Ana admitted that she would've rather done "100 stunts than sing" in the film. The actress recalled feeling "very exposed and vulnerable" at the time. Ana explained: "I just couldn't convince him to let me lip sync so I had to learn the song. "It was horrible. I was terrified. I would rather do 100 stunts than sing that song. It was terrifying because it's also in front of all the actors. I just felt very exposed and vulnerable and it's not one of my talents, for sure." Ana previously portrayed Marilyn Monroe in 'Blonde', the Andrew Dominik-directed biographical drama film. And the actress admitted that she finds it easy to relate to the Hollywood icon. She told Vanity Fair magazine: "There was a lot there that I could relate to. "If you put Marilyn Monroe the movie star aside, she's just an actress trying to navigate life and this system, which is so hard to navigate for anybody. On top of that, you add this point of view of Andrew's, which was to see that through her trauma. "I truly thought it was going to do justice to a more dimensional human being, because I wouldn't want to be remembered just for one thing. I am more than just an actress on the cover of a magazine." Ana thinks modern-day movie stars don't compare to people like Marilyn. She said: "The concept of a movie star is someone untouchable you only see onscreen. That mystery is gone. For the most part, we've done that to ourselves - nobody's keeping anything from anyone anymore."
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ana de Armas ‘Hated' Singing in Ron Howard's ‘Eden': ‘I Would Rather Do 100 Stunts'
Ana de Armas prefers to do anything else, even intense stunts, instead of sing onscreen. The actress, who will soon join the 'John Wick' franchise with 'Ballerina,' said during 'Hot Ones' in the below video that any stunt work is better than carrying a tune — something she had to do for Ron Howard's survival film 'Eden.' 'I hated it,' de Armas said. 'I remember when I talked to [director] Ron. And I was like 'Ron, I really think I should lip sync. This is not for me.' And he just didn't want to hear it. He was like 'no, you're singing. You're singing. If you do it bad, it's good for the character.' And I'm like 'yeah but people don't know that.'' More from IndieWire Pete Davidson Uncovers a Retirement Community Serial Killer in 'The Home' Trailer Bella Ramsey Wants 'The Last of Us' Fans to Watch Upcoming Indie Films Like They're 'Game of Thrones' De Armas continued, 'I just couldn't convince him to let me lip sync so I had to learn the song. It was horrible. I was terrified. I would rather do 100 stunts than sing that song. It was terrifying because it's also in front of all the actors. I just felt very exposed and vulnerable and it's not one of my talents for sure.' De Armas previously told Vanity Fair that starring in 'Eden' pushed her to get to her 'craziest' self onscreen, which is no small feat given her past dedication to portraying Marilyn Monroe in 'Blonde.' 'I got a little scared, and I told [Ron] I was nervous because it was really out there,' de Armas said of joining 'Eden,' which also stars Sydney Sweeney, Jude Law, and Vanessa Kirby. 'He was very supportive and excited. There was no question I wanted to do it. I wanted the challenge.' The 'Deep Water' star added, 'Having this crazy threesome relationship, and being a woman of opposites — either she's sweet and tender and fragile and nervous and scared, or she's absolutely crazy and dangerous, it was kind of finding that limit. What was the craziest I could get? How far could I go?' At the time, director Howard praised de Armas' 'creative courage,' saying, 'She's a risk-taker as an artist, and I knew that it was going to take that kind of individual.' The IndieWire review for 'Eden' also deemed de Armas a 'scream in a cast filled with standout performances.' Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie The 55 Best LGBTQ Movies and TV Shows Streaming on Netflix Right Now
IOL News
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- IOL News
Warm up this winter with five delightful cocktail recipes
Winter evenings call for something a little stronger. Image: Ron As winter sets in across South Africa, crisp mornings and chilly evenings call for something a little stronger, and warmer, than the usual G&T you sip on in summer. Whether you're curled up by the fire, have a few friends around, or just unwinding after a long day, these cocktails will warm you up from the inside. Here are five of our favourite winter-ready drinks, complete with easy-to-follow recipes. Rooibos hot toddy Rooibos brings a local twist to the traditional hot toddy. With warming spices and honey, it's soothing and perfect for cold nights. Ingredients 1 Rooibos teabag 1 cup boiling water 1 shot (30ml) brandy or whisky 1 tsp honey 1 tsp lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick (optional) Instructions Steep the rooibos teabag in boiling water for 3–5 minutes. Remove the teabag, then stir in the brandy, honey, and lemon juice. Add a cinnamon stick for extra warmth and serve hot. Source: Woolworths Taste Magazine Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading Rooibos brings a local twist to the traditional hot toddy. Image: Freepik Amarula hot chocolate What better combination than your favourite cream liqueur with rich hot chocolate? A perfect decadent drink for winter. Ingredients 250ml milk 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1–2 tbsp sugar (to taste) 50ml Amarula Cream Liqueur Whipped cream (optional) Instructions Heat milk in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Stir in cocoa powder and sugar until dissolved. Remove from heat and add Amarula. Serve in a mug topped with whipped cream if desired. Source: Perfect decadent drink for winter. Image: Tatiane Herder / Pexels Spiced mulled wine (Glühwein) This European classic has become a winter favourite in South Africa, especially in wine regions like Stellenbosch or Franschhoek. Warm, spicy, and aromatic. Ingredients 1 bottle red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot works well) 1 orange (sliced) 4 cloves 2 cinnamon sticks 2 star anise ¼ cup brandy ¼ cup sugar or honey Instructions In a saucepan, combine all ingredients. Warm over low heat for 20–30 minutes (do not boil) Strain and serve warm in heatproof glasses. Source: Food & Home SA Glühwein is warm, spicy, and aromatic. Image: Eva Michalkova / Pixabay Ginger whisky warmer Ginger and whisky offer both warmth and spice, ideal for fighting off a winter chill. This cocktail is simple but packs a flavourful punch. Ingredients 50ml whisky 100ml ginger beer Juice of ½ lemon Slice of fresh ginger (optional) Lemon wedge for garnish Instructions Combine whisky and lemon juice in a heatproof mug. Add ginger beer and a slice of ginger. Warm gently (don't boil), and serve with a lemon wedge. Source: BBC Good Food Ginger and whisky offer both warmth and spice. Image: Cup of Couple / Pexels Warm spiced rum and apple cider Apple cider is increasingly popular in South Africa, and this hot version, infused with warming spices and dark rum, is perfect for fireside sipping. Rum also pairs beautifully with winter spices like cinnamon and cloves. Ingredients 1 cup cloudy apple juice or cider 50ml dark rum 1 cinnamon stick 2 cloves 1 tsp honey or brown sugar Apple slices or orange peel (optional garnish) Instructions Heat the apple juice with cinnamon, cloves, and honey over medium heat. Let it simmer gently for 10 minutes (don't boil). Remove from heat and stir in the rum. Strain and serve warm in a mug, garnished with a slice of apple or a curl of orange peel. Source: Yuppiechef
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Prove your Harry Potter knowledge by taking on our quiz about The Boy Who Lived
After the young actors who will play Harry, Ron, and Hermione in the new TV series were announced, we thought it was about time to test your Potter prowess with a quiz With excitement for the upcoming Harry Potter TV series ramping up, we're expecting an influx of new Potterheads right across the UK - and the world. This week, the three key cast members were announced, with Warner Bros and HBO confirming they had found their Harry, Ron, and Hermione. Young Scottish actor Dominic McLaughlin will take on the role of the Boy Who Lived. McLaughlin recently secured a spot in BBC series Gifted, which saw 3,000 Scottish children applying to be a part of the show. But he has now won his biggest role yet, and his best friends in the blockbuster wizarding series will be played in the series by Alastair Stout and Arabella Stanton. After a lengthy process, show bosses were delighted to find the trio that will follow in the footsteps of Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson as the magical youngsters. Francesca Gardiner, the showrunner, and director Mark Mylod said: "After an extraordinary search led by casting directors Lucy Bevan and Emily Brockmann, we are delighted to announce we have found our Harry, Hermione, and Ron." The young stars join global star John Lithgow (Albus Dumbledore), Nick Frost (Rubeus Hagrid), Janet McTeer (Minerva McGonagall), and Paapa Essiedu (Severus Snape). As the generation who grew up reading the books and watching the films as they were released have now reached adulthood, it is hoped the upcoming series will have as big an impact on the youngsters of today. But that's not to say older fans of the wizarding world won't be just as excited. And if that's you, then why not prove yourself by taking on a Harry Potter quiz. Can you tell your Sirius from your Severus? Do you know who was Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher in each of Harry, Ron, and Hermione's school years? If you think you've got what it takes, without needing Professor Slughorn to whip you up some Liquid Luck to help you, then read on below and prove your Potter prowess by smashing this quiz set by our sister title, The Mirror. Good luck! If you can't see the quiz below, click HERE. If you enjoyed this Harry Potter quiz, then you might fancy taking on a few of our other offerings. Are you a lager lover? Prove it by acing our ultimate beer quiz. Or if you fancy showing off, do you think you can be among the 17 per cent who can pass the world's shortest IQ test? And we've also get an even harder challenge; the 10-question quiz that just 1 per cent of Brits get full marks in. If that one seems a bit too tricky, do you think you're smarter than a 10-year-old? Take our 15-question quiz meant for primary school kids and see how you get on. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
