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Actor Daniel Radcliffe is a passionate supporter of The Trevor Project, the national helpline for suicide prevention for LBGTQ (lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender and questioning) youth. Radcliffe was in New York City this week to film a PSA (public service announcement) for the organization.

“I grew up knowing a lot of gay men and it was never something that I even thought twice about — that some men were gay and some weren’t,” the Harry Potter megastar said Friday. “And then I went to school and (for) the first time … I came across homophobia. … I had never encountered it before. It shocked me. I have always hated anybody who is not tolerant of gay men or lesbians or bisexuals,” the British actor added. “Now I am in the very fortunate position where I can actually help or do something about it.”

The Trevor Project has supporters such as Ellen DeGeneres and Neil Patrick Harris and Radcliffe’s commercial will air this spring.

Get more information about The Trevor Project at their website here.

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Of all the memorable moments in the Harry Potter film series, the first visit young Harry takes to Ollivander’s Wand Shop is truly magical: from the bell ringing as he enters the dimly lit store to the moment the wand ‘chooses’ Harry, the scene draws the viewer into his new wizarding world. That experience will be had first hand by visitors to the upcoming amusement park at Universal Studio in Orlando, Florida. The ‘Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ will have a unique and interactive attraction with the wand shop as part of the theme park opening this spring.

When the guest enters the wand shop to speak with the wand keeper, he or she will be asked a series of questions to start the matching process.

“The questions that will be asked from the wand keeper to the wizard are very individual, very tailored to each person based on their birth date and other questions which will determine the kind of wood and kind of narrow down the choices of wands,” [VP of Creative Development, Thierry] Coup shared.

From there, the wand keeper will offer the guest a series of wand options until the right match is found. Like in the “Harry Potter” story, a series of “magical mishaps” will occur before the right wand is found.

What more could you want from your immersion in the world of Harry Potter? Butter beer of course! That will be available too at a Hogsmeade tavern. Check out the vid with Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe and Tom Felton giving you their impression on the park.

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November 2010 - the beginning of the end of the Harry Potter movie phenomenon. That is the release for part 1 of Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows. This extended trailer is less about the actual 7th installment itself and more about the characters journey to this point. It makes me very nostalgic for the final two movies. It’s quite an amazing cinematic time capsule of Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint as they age with their roles. What do you think? Are you ready for the last films?

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe vehemently denies he was smoking pot at a party in North London after a photo of the 20 year-actor looking completely high and allegedly smoking a cannabis joint was publish on the British tabloid “The Mirror”.

A spokeswoman for Radcliffe said: “Daniel does smoke the occasional roll-up cigarette, but he was not doing anything more than this. We are considering our position and will be taking all necessary action in relation to such allegations.’

A source claims Daniel was so high that the only thing he could say was “I love weed!” then a girl took advantage of his inebriated state and “pulled him into the toilet and started drawing a huge comedy beard on his face.” Harry Potter co-star Jamie Waylett admitted that he cultivated cannabis plants a few months ago. Is it only a coincidence or the Harry Potter stars need a little help to feel the magic??

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When you are one of the richest young actors in the world, what do you do with that money? Some party it away and others make smart choices for their future. Daniel Radcliffe is looking ahead and has purchased several properties in New York City as investments. He has an apartment in SoHo, a three bedroom condo with a view of the Hudson river and now he has a townhouse in the Greenwich Village area. The actor is back in the UK filming the final installment in the Harry Potter franchise: Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows. He may eventually end up living in one of these homes when he returns to Broadway next year but for now he is a just a young, talented landlord. The picture below is the interior of his new house. Sweet.

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After his successful turn on Broadway in the play Equus, Daniel Radcliffe may make a return to live theater. This time the actor is the first cast member tapped for a reading of the 1961 musical How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying. The December reading, if it’s well received, may turn into a full-fledged Great White Way show. Now that would be interesting - a musical with Radcliffe as the star.

Getting some practice time in as you learn to drive is difficult if you are as well known as Daniel Radcliffe. Besides being really busy with filming and promotional obligations, actors are usually driven to and from sets so the 20 year-old Harry Potter actor tried to better his driving skills by leaving London and heading to the southern coastal town of Poole for lessons.

The congenial actor also caused a bit of a stir when he popped into a wedding reception at the hotel he stayed at.

Musician Stuart Darling, 24, who performed at the wedding, said: “He seemed very happy and comfortable having photos taken and signing autographs. He was a thoroughly nice chap.

“He said he was down from London taking some driving lessons where it was quieter, and seeing a friend.

“I presume he was on his own - I didn’t see anyone with him. He was probably a bit lonely and came out to socialize”

The Equus star appeared to enjoy himself and spent time dancing with the bride and bridesmaids until 1:30am.

That really is cute. How can you not love Daniel?

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While the talk is all about ‘Twilight/New Moon/Eclipse’ lately, we can’t forget the Harry Potter saga is coming to an end soon and cast and crew are hard at work filming the final installment. ‘Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows’ is book seven in the series and reports are coming in that a new scene, not from the book, is being added to the movie to showcase the continuing battle between good magic and evil wizards. The video above shows the burned out trailers that the Death Eaters have attacked and Hermoine (Emma Watson) and Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) arrive too late to help.

This is a first I believe, completely new content not from any of JK Rowling’s writings or books. Check out the youtube while it lasts, with unauthorized David Bowie music, it will most likely be pulled.

The final book will be made into two movies, part one premieres November 2010 and part two in July 2011.

Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe has stepped up to the plate to support The Trevor Project. The nationwide non-profit organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth provides counseling and a round-the-clock suicide prevention hotline for teens in crisis. By donating time and money, Radcliffe has become an essential part of the group’s program of support and help for teens and young people who are having trouble dealing with sexual orientation issues.

“I am very pleased to begin my support of The Trevor Project, which saves lives every day through its critical work,” said Daniel Radcliffe. “It’s extremely distressing to consider that in 2009 suicide is a top three killer of young people, and it’s truly devastating to learn that LGBTQ youth are up to four times more likely to attempt suicide than their heterosexual peers. I deeply hope my support can raise the organization’s visibility so even more despondent youth become aware of The Trevor Helpline’s highly trained counselors and Trevor’s many other resources. It’s vitally important that young people understand they are not alone and, perhaps even more important, that their young lives have real value.”

The actor is committed to ’setting a meaningful example’ and hopes to do more in the future with the organization. This is a bold step for a young actor - to come out and put his money to a cause that is polarizing for so many people and truly embrace diversity. Bravo Daniel!

Learn more and go to The Trevor Project’s website here.

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Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe thinks it is amusing when some people say he is gay. Daniel says it must be because of his campy personality but he doesn’t lose any sleep worrying about it – he laughs at it.

Daniel says: “It’s wonderful. I grew up around gay people my entire life. Basically, that’s possibly why I’m quite camp, and some people think I’m gay when I meet them, which I think is awesome.”

He quipped, “It’s always good to keep them guessing. I don’t go on any blogs or chats or anything, but my friends are demons for them, and apparently someone said ‘Daniel Radcliffe is gay. He’s got a gay face!’”

Gay face!?! Seriously?? Daniel still looks like a little kid to me, I wouldn’t even consider him a man with sexual desires… ok, apparently he is a horny beast but he will always be Harry!!

Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, who is still recovering from swine flu, got completely soaked wet at the world premiere of “Harry Potter & the Half-Blood Prince” in London on Tuesday.

Emma’s dress is absolutely adorable but it betrayed her, exposing her skin-toned underwear (Emma’s wardrobe malfunction photos). Poor Rupert really looks a bit sick. I’m sure the pouring rain didn’t help either.

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe gets all bloody and tough for the upcoming issue of Esquire UK (August 2009). In interview, the 19 year-old admits to be an atheist and explains how hard it was growing up and going through puberty on set of Harry Potter.

Here are some highlights:

On his religion: “I’m an atheist, but I’m very relaxed about it,” he says, before joking: “There we go, Dan, that’s half of America that’s not going to see the next Harry Potter film on the back of that comment.”

On going through puberty on set: “There was a period when we were the only boys and girls any of us knew, so you know, we were all unbelievably horny from about the third film to probably about the end of the fifth. Then it all settled down. But, God, for a few years…”