Fictional Wizard
Harry Potter
About
Harry Potter is the beloved protagonist of J.K. Rowling’s fantasy series. Known as ‘The Boy Who Lived,’ Harry discovered he was a wizard on his eleventh birthday and went on to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. His battle against the dark wizard Lord Voldemort became one of the most celebrated stories in modern literature, inspiring millions of readers worldwide.
Before Fame
Harry grew up as an orphan living with his aunt and uncle, the Dursleys, who kept his magical heritage a secret. He slept in a cupboard under the stairs before receiving his Hogwarts letter.
Trivia
- He was created by J.K. Rowling and first appeared in 1997
- The Harry Potter series has sold over 500 million copies worldwide
- He has a lightning bolt-shaped scar on his forehead
- He was sorted into Gryffindor house at Hogwarts
- His Patronus takes the form of a stag
Family Life
His parents James and Lily Potter were killed by Voldemort. He married Ginny Weasley and had three children: James Sirius, Albus Severus, and Lily Luna.
Associated With
Ron Weasley
Hermione Granger
Albus Dumbledore
Lord Voldemort
Draco Malfoy