Daniel Radcliffe, of Fulham, west London. His first professional acting experience was 
as the young David Copperfield in the 1999 BBC production of Charles Dickens' popular 
novel. Dan's flying career start only came about because of a chance remark at his home. 
His parents had friends around for dinner who suggested he go for a role in the TV 
production of Oliver Twist. His parents were not keen, but eventually warmed to the idea 
when Copperfield came up - produced by their friend Kate Harwood. "My mum sent in a 
Polaroid of me to the BBC, because I've always wanted to act since I was five," Daniel 
said. "My mum and dad never thought it was a very good idea. So I went for about five 
auditions and then I got the part."

Those who have worked with him believe he is a natural screen actor, and perfect for the 
role of Harry. Kate Harwood, who produced David Copperfield and gave Daniel his first big 
break, said: "He has a particular quality of naturalness and innocence. 
The camera really loves him, and other children don't feel threatened by him. One normally 
dreads working with child actors, but in his case he was wonderful. We cast him for his 
special qualities of gentleness and watchfulness. He has those in spades. He has a great 
deal of charm and simplicity. He's very at ease with himself. He'll be terrific as 
Harry Potter because of his great sense of fun. He's very lively and energetic."

Daniel also appeared in the feature The Tailor of Panama, directed by John Boorman
and starring Pierce Brosnan and Jamie Lee Curtis.
Daniel continues to soar in the title role with the Harry Potter films all have opened to
great crowds world-wide. The third installment of the series Prisoner of Azkaban opened 
June 4 2004. 
Daniel continued his role as  Harry again in 2005 in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,
Also announced for 2007 is Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, and for 2008
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. He took a break from the role to star in 
December Boys and the 2007 made for TV film My Boy jack.



WHAT'S NEW
Dan can now be see in the new release of the
latest Hary Potter, The Order of the Phoenix.

	
    


	




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