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Felton's Advice for New Harry Potter Star
31 Mar
Summary
- Tom Felton offered support to the actor playing young Draco Malfoy.
- He shared his phone number and address for encouragement.
- Other original cast members also reached out to their successors.

Tom Felton, renowned for his portrayal of Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, has sent words of encouragement to Lox Pratt, the actor cast as Malfoy in the forthcoming HBO series adaptation. Felton, who began his Harry Potter journey at age 13, expressed the significance of reaching out to the new talent. He offered his contact details, encouraging Pratt and his parents to reach out if they needed any support, while emphasizing that the role is the young actor's own unique journey. Felton is currently performing as an older Malfoy in the Broadway play 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,' set 19 years after the final book.
Fans recently had their first glimpse of 14-year-old Pratt in his Slytherin robes via the show's initial trailer, confirming a Christmas premiere. The series plans to dedicate one season to each of the Harry Potter books, beginning with 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.' This gesture of support extends to other original cast members. Daniel Radcliffe, who originated the role of Harry Potter, revealed he sent a letter to Dominic McLaughlin, his successor. Similarly, Rupert Grint contacted Alastair Stout, who will play Ron Weasley, wishing him well and hoping for a fun experience.