Here’s everything you need to know about Jamie Campbell Bower and who he played in Harry Potter.
The actor has worn many hats in the acting world, starring in a wide range of movies and shows, from Twilight to The Mortal Instruments and Urban Myths.
Jamie has cemented his place in the industry and drove fans into a frenzy with his portrayal of Vecna in Season 4 of Stranger Things.
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The actor’s role in the Harry Potter franchise
Jamie, a British actor, singer, and model, was born on November 22, 1988, in London.
He’s known for his roles in both film and television. He gained widespread recognition playing Caius in The Twilight Saga: New Moon and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn.
The actor starred as Jace Wayland in the 2013 film The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones and played a young Gellert Grindelwald in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 and Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.
In addition to his film career, the star has a strong presence in the music industry. He was a member of the band The Darling Buds.
Known for his standout role as the terrifying villain Vecna in Stranger Things Season 4, Jamie gained massive popularity from the show.
Who was Jamie Campbell Bower in Harry Potter?
According to The Independent, Bower got the role in Hary Potter through his London agent, Simon Beresford. Beresford believed he was the perfect fit for Grindelwald.
“Simon said, ‘Well Jamie’s now, you know, properly working, and is not telling too many rude jokes anymore,” the actor joked.
However, it wasn’t the actor’s first time auditioning to star in the much-loved films. He once recalled meeting producer Chris Columbus, who directed Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, for the first time.
He auditioned for the part of Harry but was ultimately turned down.
Who was Jamie engaged to?
According to a report by MyLondon, the singer and Bobby Wright, who played Ginny Weasley, got engaged after working together on set. They met while filming Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 1. However, Jamie and Bobby ended their relationship in June 2012.
Now, the actor prefers to keep his private life very private, but reports emerged that he dated former The Mortal Instruments co-star Lily Collins. The pair dated from 2012 to 2018.
However, Lily is now married to director Charlie McDowell, and they recently welcomed their first child via surrogacy.
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