Born Daniel Radcliffe in the western part of London called Fulham, July 23, 1989. His parents, mother - a casting agent for the Air Force and father - a literary agent, carefully looked after the boy, because he is their only child. They do not stop their custody even now, because it was thanks to their parents that the minor Danny was in the most magical school in the world called Hogwarts.
Daniel Radcliffe - the beginning of a stellar career
Already at the age of five, he began to show a keen interest in acting. The boy went on the stage in a monkey costume and is still embarrassed by his grief-making debut in a school setting. Continuing his studies at a private school for boys, he somehow found out about the trials for the role of Oliver Twist in the production of the novel by Charles Dickens, but he heard a categorical refusal from his parents, because they were afraid of his next failure.
Daniel Radcliffe was a persistent guy and in 1999 he made his debut on the screen as the young David Copperfield - the hero of another famous novel by Dickens. By the way, this time mom sent a picture of her son to the Air Force herself. The film is still popular, and Daniel Radcliffe himself has earned praise from Kate Harvurd, the producer of this television project. She said that the boy has two amazing qualities - innocence and naturalness, and in addition, it is quite easy to work with him.
Daniel Radcliffe - gaining popularity
In 2001, Radcliffe played the son of Jamie Lee Curtis and Jeffrey Rush in the film Panama Tailor. At this time, England continued to search for the leading actor in the story of Harry Potter. Even then, Curtis told Daniel's mother that he would be a good fit for this role. Everything that happened to him next really looked like magic.
For more than 16 thousand applicants for the role of Harry Potter, director Chris Columbus and his assistants rejected. Once, after watching the movie "David Copperfield", Columbus asked to invite Radcliffe to audition, but his parents were afraid of the collapse of his son's vain hopes and therefore refused the invitation. But His Majesty the case, did not take long to wait.
Daniel Radcliffe with his parents decided to go to the play "Stones in his pockets", where he was noticed by David Hayman. He drew attention to the amazing openness and simplicity of an eleven-year-old boy with huge eyes. Daniel Radcliffe on the spot conquered Hayman with simplicity and charm. Surprisingly, during the intermission of the play, it turned out that he and his father Daniel are well acquainted and during the second part of the performance he was able to convince his parents to try their luck in the samples for the role of Harry Potter.
Daniel Radcliffe found out about his claim to a leading role in the bathroom, his father went to him and announced a successful listening, which was reported by telephone. The boy was very happy and that night woke up, ran to his parents in the bedroom to ask them if it was a dream. Thus, in the late summer of 2000, actors were approved for the main roles in the Harry Potter films. Joanna Rowling, the author of books, said that when she first saw Daniel, she realized that the best candidate was simply not to be found in the whole world, she was related to him, as with a lost son.
Thus, Daniel Radcliffe played in all parts of the Harry Potter film, which is why he gained worldwide recognition and fame. In 2002, he participated in the theatrical production of director Kenneth Branagh "The Play I wrote." In February 2007, Radcliffe plays the role of a stable boy, while completely naked, in the play Equus. Many parents protested his participation in this theatrical production, threatening that if their requirements were not met, they would forbid their children from watching films with the actor.
Daniel Radcliffe - personal life
Until recently, almost nothing was known about Radcliffe's personal life. Rumors circulated about his romance with Harry Potter colleague Emma Watson, but they were not confirmed. Recently, Daniel Radcliffe announced that he is dating a partner in Equus, Laura O'Tull.
Daniel Radcliffe - interesting facts
It is known that Daniel Radcliffe suffers from dyspraxia, which is manifested by the fact that the guy cannot tie the shoelaces on his shoes. Also, the young man is proud that he is Jewish (by mother). In 2010, he had to admit the alcoholism he suffered after the resounding success of the Harry Potter films. Fortunately, Daniel Radcliffe came to his senses in time and "tied up" with a drink. He is also an ardent defender of gay rights, in 2009 the guy starred in a series of social videos about homosexuality.
Daniel Radcliffe - today
Currently, the actor is in active search for new roles that will allow viewers to associate him not only as Harry Potter. More recently, the last part of the "Potterians" entitled "Woman in Black" was published, and now Daniel will appear in a completely different image - the poet Allen Ginsberg, one of the founders of the hipster generation. This biographical drama is called "Killing Your Loved Ones." Daniel Radcliffe wants to finally say goodbye to the fabulous past and star in serious films that can claim prestigious film awards.
