This article or section does not cite its references or sources. You can help Wikipedia by introducing appropriate citations. Daniel Radcliffe Radcliffe's "Reflections on the Fourth Film" for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (DVD) Born: July 23, 1989 Fulham, London, England Age: 16 Occupation: Actor Daniel Jacob Radcliffe[1] (born 23 July 1989) is an English actor, best known for playing the wizard Harry Potter in each of the first five films based on the best-selling book series, written by J. K. Rowling. Contents 1 Biography 1.1 Early life 1.2 Career 1.3 Personal life 2 Filmography 3 Awards 3.1 Nominations 3.2 Wins 4 References 4.1 Footnotes 4.2 Web sites Biography Early life Daniel Radcliffe was born in Fulham, London, the only child of Alan Radcliffe (a literary agent) and Marcia Gresham (a casting agent, who was involved in several films for the BBC). At age five, he expressed a desire to act. In December 1999, he made his first on-screen appearance as the title character in the BBC's televised version of the Dickens novel David Copperfield. Career In 1999, Radcliffe was selected to portray the wizard Harry Potter in the big-budget adaptations of the popular book series by J.K. Rowling following auditions involving thousands of applicants. Radcliffe's first theatrical film appearance was in 2001 in a small supporting role in The Tailor of Panama; his first film as Potter, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (released in the United States as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone), was released later that year and became what was then the second highest grossing film of all time (then beaten only by The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring). In 2002, Radcliffe reprised his role in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Co-starring was Kenneth Branagh, who that same year directed the stage production, The Play What I Wrote, in which Radcliffe made an appearance. In 2004 and 2005, Radcliffe returned to the Potter franchise in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The films continued to produce high box office results and were considered successful worldwide. Radcliffe's next release will be the independent Australian film, December Boys. Filming on Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix began in early 2006, and the film is currently scheduled for release in 2007. Radcliffe will also appear on the television sitcom, Extras. At the age of 16, Radcliffe became the youngest non-royal ever to have an individual portrait in England's National Portrait Gallery. He was only 14 when he posed for artist Stuart Pearson Wright while on a break from filming the Potter movies. On April 13th 2006, his portrait was unveiled as part of a new exhibition opening at London's National Theatre and then moved to the National Portrait Gallery where it currently resides. Daniel Radcliffe.com Personal life Radcliffe was previously educated at Sussex House School, Knightsbridge, and is currently educated at the public City of London School. He has two dogs named Binka and Nugget. He plays bass guitar and is a rock music fan who admires a diverse lineup of bands, from The Beatles to Arctic Monkeys [1]. As well as being a fan of Fulham Football Club, Daniel was a follower of Formula One Racing. While on set, to keep busy, Daniel enjoys playing table tennis and video games with his other cast members. Radcliffe's personal fortune has now exceeded GB £23 million making him one of the richest teenagers in the United Kingdom [2]. Radcliffe has been a supporter of various charities, including the Demelza House, to which he has requested fans make donations in lieu of sending him birthday presents. Filmography Year Title Role Notes 2007 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Harry Potter Filming 2006 December Boys Maps 2006 The Queen's Handbag Harry Potter Videoclip 2005 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Harry Potter 2004 Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Harry Potter 2002 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Harry Potter 2001 Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Harry Potter U.S. title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone The Tailor of Panama Mark Pendel 1999 David Copperfield Young David Copperfield TV miniseries Awards Nominations 2006 Best Young Actor (Critic's Choice Awards) Actor of the Year (AOL Moviefone Moviegoer Awards) Best Performance by a Young Actor (Saturn Awards) Best Hero (MTV Movie Awards) Best On-Screen Team (with Emma Watson and Rupert Grint; MTV Movie Awards) 2005 Best Performance by a Young Actor (Saturn Awards) Best Young Actor (Critic's Choice Awards) 2003 Best Performance by a Young Actor (Saturn Awards) Best Acting Ensemble (Phoenix Film Critics Society Awards) Most Unforgettable Scene (for the scene "Harry Battles The Basilisk" in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets) (American Moviegoer Awards) 2002 Best Performance by a Young Actor (Saturn Awards) Best Young Actor (Broadcast Film Critics Association's Choice Awards) Breakthrough Male Performance (MTV Movie Awards) Best Newcomer (Phoenix Film Critics Society Awards) Best Debut (with Emma Watson and Rupert Grint) (Sony Ericsson Empire Awards) Outstanding Actor (American Moviegoer Awards) Best Performance in a Feature Film: Leading Young Actor (Young Artist Awards) Best Ensemble in a Feature Film (with Emma Watson, Rupert Grint and Tom Felton; Young Artist Awards) Wins 2006 Best Actor (Cine Awards, Belgium) Best Male Film Star (Gold): Otto Awards, 2006 2005 Best Young Actor (SyFy Portal's SyFy Genre Awards) 2004 Top 10 Child Stars (RTL Television, Germany) Best Breakthrough Male Actor (Star Channel Star Awards, Japan) Best Junior Achiever (for viewers' favorite under-16 guest on the show Relly Awards) Young Talent of the Year (ITV Celebrity Awards) Best Movie Actor (K-Zone Kids Awards, Philippines) Best Film Star/Actor (Dutch Kids Choice Awards) 2003 Best Young Actor (SyFy Portal's SyFy Genre Awards) Best Actor (Roadshow Cinema Grand Prix Awards, Japan) 2002 Person of the Year (Time For Kids) Targa d'Oro ("Gold Plate", David di Donatello Awards) Outstanding New Talent (Sir James Carreras Award for the Variety Club Showbusiness Awards) 2001 Male Youth Discovery of the Year (Hollywood Women's Press Club) References Footnotes ^ harrypotter.warnerbros.co.uk. Warner Bros. (Flash: click appropriate actor's image, click "Actor Bio") (Official site). Retrieved on 28 March 2006. Web sites Daniel Radcliffe at the Internet Movie Database DanRadcliffe.com Unofficial site with contributions from Daniel & family DanRadcliffe.co.uk Unofficial site with contributions from Daniel & family Radcliffe interview, 2005, Aced Magazine Search Term: "Daniel_Radcliffe" Categories: Articles lacking sources | 1989 births | City of London School | English child actors | English film actors | English television actors | Harry Potter actors | Living people | Londoners