Rupert Grint Is 35: Celebrate The ‘Harry Potter’ Actor’s Birthday With Photos From His Young Days

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August 24, 2023 9:00AM EDT

Can you believe Rupert Grint is 35? See his best photos, from his young ‘Harry Potter’ years to today, here.

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Rupert Grint: Then & Now

Rupert Grint: Then & Now — Rupert Grint, born August 24, 1988, cast his spell on ‘Harry Potter’ fans around the world when he was cast as Ron Weasley in 2001 at just 11 years old. He played HP’s right-hand man in eight films, wrapping the series with ‘Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows: Part II’ in 2011l

Since portraying Ron, he’s kept himself busy with projects like ‘Snatch’, a 2017 television series he both starred in and executive produced. He’s been starring as Julian Pearce in the series ‘Servant’ since 2019. Rupert is set to appear in the upcoming M. Night Shyamalan film ‘Knock at the Cabin’.

Besides his acting pursuits, Rupert was the first of the original ‘HP’ trio to have a child of his own! His girlfriend Georgia Groome had a daughter named Wednesday in May 2020.

Rupert literally grew up in front of the camera. Take a look at his life in photos in our gallery here.

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Rupert Grint In 1999

Rupert Grint In 1999 — Rupert Grint looks so fresh-faced during a photocall after the casting of ‘Harry Potter’ in 1999. The role would change his entire life.

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The ‘Harry Potter’ Kids In 2001

The ‘Harry Potter’ Kids In 2001 — Daniel Radcliffe (left), Rupert Grint (center), and Emma Watson smile during a press conference for ‘Harry Potter & The Sorcerer’s Stone’ in the UK in 2001. The kids were on the brink of super-stardom.

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Rupert Grint At The Premiere Of ‘Harry Potter’

Rupert Grint At The Premiere Of ‘Harry Potter’ — Rupert Grint was bundled up for the world premiere of ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ in London’s Leicester Square in 2001. He was still growing into his clothes, seen in a jacket with slightly too-long sleeves.

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Rupert Grint In 2005

Rupert Grint In 2005 — Oh, how they grow up fast! Rupert Grint went for a stylish look during the premiere of ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’ on Nov. 6, 2005. Looking like a total 2000s teen, he wore a blue velvet jacket with distressed jeans.

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Rupert Grint At A ‘Harry Potter’ Afterparty

Rupert Grint At A ‘Harry Potter’ Afterparty — Rupert Grint posed for a photo during the afterparty for the London premiere of the first ‘Harry Potter’ film. He gave the cameras a cute smirk.

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Rupert Grint In 2004

Rupert Grint In 2004 — Rupert Grint sports a shaggy ‘do during the New York premiere of ‘Harry Potter & The Prisoner Of Azkaban’ on May 23, 2004. His military-style jacket and long locks were very of-the-moment.

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Rupert Grint At The 2006 Orange BAFTA Awards

Rupert Grint At The 2006 Orange BAFTA Awards — Rupert Grint is charmingly disheveled during the 2006 Orange BAFTA Awards in London on Feb. 19, 2006. His tie was messy and his shirt was untucked, but it didn’t look like anyone minded.

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Rupert Grint Promotes ‘Harry Potter’ In 2007

Rupert Grint Promotes ‘Harry Potter’ In 2007 — Rupert Grint smiles while taking questions during a London press conference for ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix’ in Jun. 2007. He wore a graphic tee for a skater-chic look.

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Rupert Grint At The 2011 BAFTAs

Rupert Grint At The 2011 BAFTAs — Rupert Grint looks sharp during the 2011 Orange British Academy Film Awards at London’s Royal Opera House on Feb. 13. His skinny tie went great with the slim-cut suit.

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Rupert Grint At Press Night For ‘Mojo’

Rupert Grint At Press Night For ‘Mojo’ — Rupert Grint appears ahead of press night for the play ‘Mojo’ on London’s West End in Nov. of 2013. He played the character Sweets in the production.

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Rupert Grint During Christmas 2013

Rupert Grint During Christmas 2013 — Tis the season! Rupert Grint helped unveil the Christmas Tree at Britain’s No. 10 Downing St on Dec. 9, 2013.

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Rupert Grint In 2017

Rupert Grint In 2017 — Rupert Grint attends the panel for his show ‘Snatch’ during the Winter Television Critics Association press tour on Jan. 13, 2017. The series was based on the 2000 Guy Ritchie film starring Brad Pitt and Jason Statham.

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Rupert Grint In 2018

Rupert Grint In 2018 — Rupert Grint gives away popsicles during an event for his show ‘Snatch’ in LA on Sep. 12, 2018. It was the perfect treat for the hot summer day.

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Rupert Grint At 2019 Comic Con

Rupert Grint At 2019 Comic Con — Rupert Grint poses for a photo during New York Comic Con on Octg. 3, 2019. He was there for the panel A Night with M. Night: Introducing Servant on Apple TV+.

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