Daniel Radcliffe, known for his role as Harry Potter in the film series, is excited for his son’s upcoming arrival. He’s excited for his kid to experience an updated take on the classic franchise that he grew up enjoying. In a recent interview with The New York Times, Radcliffe made it clear how committed he is to being an active, engaged father. He said that he didn’t want to be remembered as Harry Potter, but as his son’s dad.
Radcliffe played the boy wizard in eight films, starting with 2001’s Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. He has really managed to overcome the challenges that commonly afflict child actors, called the “child star curse.” Beyond his years at Hogwarts, he has crafted a uniquely varied career. He had previously appeared on Broadway in productions such as Every Brilliant Thing.
While stopping by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on March 2, Radcliffe efficiently joked about the forthcoming Harry Potter series featuring Dominic McLaughlin. He confessed to being happy in passing the proverbial wand to the next generation. He acknowledged that with many versions of Harry Potter expected to emerge, there will always be someone new to answer questions related to the franchise.
Radcliffe’s son will be raised in a world that has been positively influenced by multiple versions of Harry Potter. Radcliffe can certainly relate to this feeling. In the time since, he’s had almost a decade to consider the legacy of the work he did with that character. He wants his daughter to discover these wonderful fresh narratives and heroes. Thanks to McLaughlin and more, they’ll journey into a world brimming with magic, courage, and possibility.
The actor expressed great joy having formed strong friendships with co-stars Rupert Grint and Emma Watson that last to this day. Their camaraderie, forged out of joint veteran advocacy efforts, remains strong. Radcliffe has a very close friendship with Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy, Harry Potter’s arch enemy. This bond speaks to the deep-rooted effects of their collective journey throughout the series.
