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Carry On and Harry Potter star Leslie Phillips has died, aged 98

Leslie, who was famed for his roles in the Carry On films, died “peacefully in his sleep” on Monday

Manchester Evening News

Harry Potter icon who voiced Sorting Hat passes away after long battle with illness

Long-standing actor Leslie Phillips, who was known for his iconic voice acting in the Harry Potter film franchise, has sadly died aged 98, after a long battle with illness.

Edinburgh Live

Carry On and Harry Potter star Leslie Phillips dies aged 98 as wife pays tribute

In tribute, his wife Zara, 63, said: “I've lost a wonderful husband and the public has lost a truly great showman."

The National (Scotland)

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Harry Potter and Carry On actor Leslie Phillips dies aged 98

The well known actor who was the voice of the 'sorting hat' had been battling an illness

Nottingham Post

Behind the scenes at Amazon's huge depot near Edinburgh in run up to Christmas

Amazon's Dunfermline facility has opened its doors for a behind the scenes look at Christmas operations.

Edinburgh Live

Harry Potter glasses worn by Daniel Radcliffe to be auctioned

Here's some news for Harry Potter fans! The original Harry Potter glasses, which were worn by actor Daniel Radcliffe in the films, will be auctioned on November 11 in the United Kingdom.

The Times of India

Reasons why Merseyside parents pick certain names for their new born babies

Certain names appear to be more popular in Liverpool than anywhere else

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New 'magical gifts' shop specialising in Harry Potter merchandise expands in independent emporium

Emporium M33 home to 45 independent businesses welcomes new Harry Potter shop

Manchester Evening News

Warner Bros keen to make more Harry Potter movies if JK Rowling agrees

The movie studio released eight Harry Potter films from 2001 to 2011 to huge acclaim

Evening Standard

Daniel Radcliffe: ‘I’m obsessed with Bargain Hunt’

The actor answers your questions about his Weird Al moustache, nerding out in front of Rihanna and what he would take to a desert island

The Guardian - UK

The best upcoming PS5 games, including exclusives and remasters - from Grand Theft Auto 6 to Final Fantasy XVI

These are the PS5 games you’ll be addicted to in 2023 and beyond

Evening Standard

A memorial to Dobby can stay on a Welsh beach, but fans have to stop leaving socks

Fans of Harry Potter erected a memorial to Dobby the house elf on the beach where he dies in the movie. Officials are asking people to stop leaving socks and painted rocks, which harm the environment.

WEKU

Harry Potter character Dobby's grave in Wales saved by public demand

National Trust was considering removing the memorial grave at Freshwater West beach in Pembrokeshire

Wales Online

Elf and safety: is a shrine to Dobby ruining a Welsh beauty spot – and threatening local wildlife?

Harry Potter fans have been asked to stop leaving tributes to the house-elf on a beach in Pembrokeshire

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Mock memorial for Harry Potter character can stay, says the Welsh National Trust

A fan-made memorial dedicated to Dobby, a beloved Harry Potter character, can stay on an environmentally sensitive beach.

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Daniel Radcliffe Has Shared Why It’s So Important To Speak Out Against JK’s Fked Transphobia

"I don't think I would've been able to look myself in the mirror had I not said anything."

Leeds Live

Emmerdale’s Al Chapman actor Michael Wildman’s life from famous wife to Harry Potter stint

Michael previously had a Hollywood film role in Harry Potter

The Guardian - UK

ET model from 1982 film expected to fetch $3m at auction

Mechanical model to go on sale in auction that also includes items from Harry Potter films

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The Independent UK

Original mechanical ET model expected to fetch up to £2.6m at auction

The mechatronic for the movie predated CGI and was operated by twelve professional animators.

Wales Online

Daniel Radcliffe ‘would never critique’ kids dressed as Harry Potter

The actor insists it is 'awesome' that so many children want to be his famous wizard character at Halloween

Wales Online

Carol Vorderman confuses fans when she completely misses Halloween party theme

She appeared on ITV's This Morning but while the others were dressed as Addams Family members it appears she didn't get the memo

Daily Mirror

'I'm like the real-life Molly Weasley - I practice witchcraft and can talk to spirits'

Real-life witch Emma Griffin believes magic is all around us and she regularly practises witchcraft to spread positivity, better her life, and improve her mental health

Wales Online

Dad creates incredible Halloween window displays with spray snow

Scott’s most impressive work was a giant portrait of Hagrid from the Harry Potter films

Evening Standard

Daniel Radcliffe reveals how he deals with fans telling him he was 's**t' in Harry Potter

Daniel Radcliffe has shared his reaction to critics telling him they thought he was “s**t” in Harry Potter, in a new interview.

The Independent UK

Robbie Coltrane: Beloved Harry Potter star and esteemed actor

The actor’s role as Hagrid, the lovable quidditch gamekeeper, delighted generations of children

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