John Lithgow confirms that he will play Dumbledore in ‘Harry Potter’
A huge actor has finally confirmed that he will play the character Dumbledore in the new Harry Potter series.
RadarOnline.com can report that John Lithgow played the role after the heartbreaking death of two A-list stars that the iconic wizard have depicted in the Blockbuster franchise.
In an interview with Screenrant, the actor said: “Well, it was a total surprise for me. I just got the phone call at the Sundance Film Festival for another film, and it was not an easy decision because it is going to define me for the last chapter of my life, I am afraid.
“But I’m very excited. Some great people target their attention Harry Potter. That is why it has been such a difficult decision. I will be about 87 years old at the Wrap party, but I said yes. “
While the Hollywood actor claimed that he accepted the role, Screenant reported when the deal for him to play Dumbledore was not yet official.
HBO said: “We appreciate that such a high-profile series will draw many rumors and speculation. While we make our way through pre-production, we will only confirm details if we finish deals.”
Lithgow is known for its roles 3rd rock from the sun” Right” Conclave” FootlooseAs well as the voice of Lord Farquaad in the film Scoop.
Over the years, his success has been recognized with the many prizes – including six Emmy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards and two Tony Awards, as well as nominations for two Academy Awards, a Bafta Award and four Grammies.
Lithgow received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2001.
The famous character in the franchise was previously depicted by the late Richard Harris and Michael Gambon.
The Harry Potter Series, which is starting to film this summer, is described as a “more in -depth” adjustment of the book series.
At the end of October 2024, chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. Television Group Channing Dungey More details about the coming project.
At an event, Variety Co-editor-in-chief Cynthia Littleton said to Dungey: “I don’t think I can’t legally leave you off the stage without asking about this,” she said. “What can you tell us about the Harry Potter Project? “
Dungey said: “There is not much to talk about at the moment. We have our fantastic writing staff in their place and they do what they have to do. And casting calls are open in the UK and Ireland, so the process goes on. It goes pretty well.”
She added: “To be honest, it is an incredible dream, and if someone who is a big fan of books, the opportunity to explore them in perhaps a little more in -depth than you can in just a two -hour film, that is the whole reason that we are on this trip.”
