Date of Birth: March 13, 1989
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Harry Edward Melling is an English actor, best known for his portrayal of Dudley Dursley in the Harry Potter film series. Born into a family with a rich theatrical background, Harry developed a passion for acting at a young age. His grandfather was the legendary British actor Patrick Troughton, best known for his role as the Second Doctor in “Doctor Who.” Harry’s acting career began with his participation in school plays and local theatre productions. He gained international recognition with his role as Dudley Dursley, appearing in five of the eight Harry Potter films. After completing his work on the Harry Potter series, Harry focused on honing his craft, attending the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). Post-Harry Potter, Harry has built a diverse career with roles in both film and television. He has appeared in critically acclaimed projects such as “The Ballad of Buster Scruggs” (2018), “The Old Guard” (2020), and “The Queen’s Gambit” (2020). His ability to transform into different characters and his dedication to his roles have earned him praise from both audiences and critics alike.
5 Interesting Facts about Harry Melling
1. Harry Melling lost a significant amount of weight after the Harry Potter series, making him almost unrecognizable to fans of the franchise.
2. He is the grandson of Patrick Troughton, who played the Second Doctor in the iconic British TV series “Doctor Who.”
3. Harry attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) after finishing his work on the Harry Potter films.
4. He made his stage debut in the play “Mother Courage and her Children,” starring alongside Fiona Shaw, who also appeared in the Harry Potter series as Aunt Petunia.
5. Melling played the role of Harry Beltik in the critically acclaimed Netflix series “The Queen’s Gambit.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Harry Melling
1. “I was very keen to get on with my career and to be taken seriously as an actor.”
2. “The joy of acting is that you get to inhabit different characters and explore different worlds.”
3. “I think it’s really important to keep challenging yourself and not get stuck in one type of role.”
4. “The Harry Potter series was an incredible experience, but I wanted to show that I could do more than just that character.”
5. “Working on ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ was an amazing experience, and I learned so much from the cast and crew.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Harry Melling is estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
As of the latest available information, Harry Melling does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Harry Melling on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0571964/
2. [Harry Melling’s Biography on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Melling_(actor
4. [Harry Melling on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/harry_melling
