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Rupert Grint opens up about the lifelong impact of playing Ron Weasley, and why the character still shapes who he is today.
A new generation is stepping into the halls of Hogwarts, but one of the franchise’s original stars says he has no problem carrying his old character with him.
Rupert Grint told BBC News he expects Ron Weasley to follow him for life, and he’s learned to embrace it.
Lifelong connection
Grint explained that the role he played across all eight films continues to resonate deeply with fans.
He said the global response to the series still surprises him, especially as younger audiences discover the movies.
According to BBC News, he described the franchise as something that “gives me a lot of pride.”
new era begins
Grint also confirmed he personally reached out to the child actor now taking over as Ron in HBO’s upcoming remake, which is filming the first book for release in 2027.
The new cast, reported by BBC News, is roughly the same age Grint and his co-stars were when they began.
He said he wrote a letter to 11-year-old Alastair Stout “passing the baton” and wishing him well.
Grint added that he hopes the new adaptation finds its own voice, despite criticism from original director Chris Columbus, who suggested it mirrors the films too closely.
keeping distance
When asked by BBC News about the current tension between Emma Watson and author JK Rowling, Grint chose not to address the dispute.
He gave no comment on the exchange, which drew public attention after Rowling called Watson “ignorant” in response to remarks the actress made about not wanting to “cancel” the writer.
looking ahead
Grint’s former colleague Tom Felton recently returned to the role of Draco Malfoy on Broadway, earning enthusiastic reactions from audiences and praise from Daniel Radcliffe.
Asked whether he might also reprise his role someday, Grint responded, “never say never.”
He said he is currently enjoying a life beyond the wizarding world, noting that rewatching the films with his children has shifted his relationship with the series.
Sources: BBC News, IGN Nordic, Youtube/Jay Shetty Fan Channel, HarryPotter.com
