Who played Harry Potter?

Daniel Radcliffe is the British actor who played Harry Potter, the famous wizard, in the eight films based on the best-selling book series written by J.K. Rowling.

The first film, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, released in 2001, propelled Daniel Radcliffe to worldwide stardom at the age of 11. He played the young wizard throughout the franchise, which ended in 2011 with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2.

Daniel Radcliffe was chosen for the role after a lengthy casting process. His interpretation of Harry Potter, a character with a pure and courageous heart, won over millions of fans worldwide.

The film franchise became one of the most profitable in cinema history, and the role left an indelible mark on Daniel Radcliffe’s career.

After Harry Potter, the actor continued to work in a variety of film and theater projects, but he remains primarily associated with his role as the young wizard in the iconic saga.

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