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Rupert explains his absence from Tokyo premiere 
NOVEMBER 22, 2005 at 9:26 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: News Tip
Previously we showed you some video and pictures
from the Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire press conference and premiere that took place in Tokyo this past weekend. A new video has appeared online in which a letter is read from Rupert Grint explaining his absence.
Rupert's letter translation:
I cannot go to Japan because my grandfather died recently, I'm really sorry. I am bearing the sorrow with my family in London.
I really loved him and he was a real Harry Potter fan. So I was really glad that he was able to see the newest film before he died.
I'm going to be filming Order of the Phoenix in February.
I hope everyone likes Goblet of Fire.
Please enjoy!
I hope this answers the many emails I have received asking why Rupert did not appear on any U.S. TV shows or why he was absent in Tokyo. Rupert, our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time.
You can view the video here (Windows Media), thanks to Carol via Page for the video link and translation.
Carol also let us know that Oliver and James Phelps will arrive in Japan on November 24th, and that they plan to hold autograph sessions in eight places. Will we try to find the locations of any fans who might want to attend.
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Muggle
Points: 11
sophiereid says:
It's always difficult when you lose someone you love - I hope Rupert is coping well, and don't think he should have to apologise for missing the premiere at all! Condolences to Mr.Grint at this difficult time. Soph xx
Posted Nov 26, 2005 at 7:16 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1821
DanFan723 says:
Oh man!!!
I pray for you and your family Rupert!! It's nice that your grandfather saw the 4th movie. =]
♥
Ale
Posted Nov 26, 2005 at 4:26 PM EST
Ravenclaw Mastermind
Points: 9722
Isilwen Ciryatan says:
Awww I'm sorry to hear about Rupert's grandfather. But I am glad to read that he did get a chance to see GOF (since he was such an HP fan).
Posted Nov 26, 2005 at 6:40 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 314
*-_Emma_Radcliffe_-* says:
Ohmigee! That is -so- sad! *cry* I wish him and his family the best. But why say sorry? It's not his fault at all! But that just shows what a great person he is.
Lots of love,
Alyson
Posted Nov 26, 2005 at 8:13 PM EST
BPIHS's Flirt
Points: 2547
weirdness is MY thing says:
Poor Rupert, its hard losing a loved one. really hard
i hope they get over the shock and Truama of Losing him
BEST WISHES DANA
Posted Nov 26, 2005 at 9:50 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 485
I love Mormon Boys says:
OH, poor Rupert:( :( I feel really bed for him.
Posted Nov 26, 2005 at 10:11 PM EST
canon
Points: 2575
gaea says:
That is so sad. We can see he at least has his priorities straight.
Posted Nov 26, 2005 at 10:26 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 390
Nire says:
My deapest sympaties to rupert and his Family. I just recently lost my great Aunt and that was very sad so i can only imagen what hes feeling/going through.
Posted Nov 26, 2005 at 10:34 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 47
Cute Ginny says:
Rupert, I am soooo sorry. Please feel better and remember you will see him again.
Posted Nov 27, 2005 at 2:23 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2098
Happy Pancakes says:
I feel sorry for him.
It shows how much bravery he has when he tells fans the true reason he can't go to the premiere.
He is such a great person! I'll pray for him in by thoughts!
Posted Nov 27, 2005 at 4:22 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1237
HeadmistressMcGonagall says:
Well, my prayers are with you Rupert! I'm so sorry for your loss, and I hope this loss isn't too hard to bear.
I'm definitley praying for you!
Posted Nov 27, 2005 at 7:13 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1423
Wulfric_Brian says:
Poor Rupert. I can't imagine having the time and energy to make these huge movies, promote them, and be a media taget, especially as just a young boy. But to have someone you love pass away adn still have to carry on with all he has to deal with would be so difficult.
Posted Nov 27, 2005 at 7:54 PM EST
Points: 38
Mandyluvsrupert says:
I think it was cool he explained why he couldn't be there and I'm am very sorry that his grandfather died and My heart goes out to him and his family in this rough time it really hard losing someone you care about. Take care Rupert.
Posted Nov 28, 2005 at 9:07 AM EST
Points: 38
Mandyluvsrupert says:
I think it was cool he explained why he couldn't be there and I'm am very sorry that his grandfather died and My heart goes out to him and his family in this rough time it really hard losing someone you care about. Take care Rupert.
Posted Nov 28, 2005 at 9:09 AM EST
Witch
Points: 508
Trianna says:
Oh my goodness, that's horrible!! I would be ok with his absense for a reason like that!
Posted Nov 28, 2005 at 1:20 PM EST
Witch
Points: 983
LuNaWaNaBe says:
Awwww! I feel so bad for him. All the press and people hounding him, demanding why he wasnt there, and it wsa beacuse his grandfather died. :(
Poor Rupert
Posted Nov 28, 2005 at 7:12 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1418
Wanta House Elf says:
\that is really sad. I suspected something bad must have happened when he didn't show up. It is not the sort of thing that you normally miss (it might even be written into his contracts that he has to attend these sorts of things).
Hopefully his grandfather did not suffer too much.
Posted Nov 28, 2005 at 11:58 PM EST
Magical Sanitary Supplier
Points: 2511
5225 says:
It is hard losing a grandfather, but at least he was able to see his grandson in the movie. I am sorry for your loss, Rupert.
Posted Nov 29, 2005 at 1:25 PM EST
Magical Sanitary Supplier
Points: 2511
5225 says:
It is hard losing a grandfather, but at least he was able to see his grandson in the movie. I am sorry for your loss, Rupert.
Posted Nov 29, 2005 at 1:28 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 418
harry_rox11 says:
Yeh i know how you feel rupert. I feel really bad for him! :(!! but the good thing is that HP comes out in my counrty 2morrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! yay! finally ! and of course i will be attending!!! hehehe! how was the movie??
Posted Nov 30, 2005 at 6:07 AM EST
Vader's Veela
Points: 3809
seekerfan says:
Poor Rupert. What absolutely awful timing. Not that any time would be good, but this seems like it must have been rather sudden. Especially, if he got to see the movie before he died.
Posted Nov 30, 2005 at 10:40 PM EST
Student
Points: 286
Tiara says:
Aww poor Rupurt. :( R.I.P Ruput's granddad.
Posted Dec 1, 2005 at 6:28 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1086
DRU587 says:
My prayers are with you Rupert. I understand how it feels to bear the pain of losing a love one, and it's rough. When things like that happen, everything thing else kind of loses its important. I'm glad to see you stayed home with your family, rather than attend a premiere. They mean so much more than any movie ever could.
Posted Dec 2, 2005 at 9:17 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 420
Raccoon_Patronus says:
Poor Mr. Rupert's Grandpa. Such terrible timing. I'll keep your family in my heart. Can you believe it? It's just one premiere though.
KEVIN
Posted Dec 3, 2005 at 11:02 AM EST
Harry's Soul-Mate
Points: 3237
Lea says:
Oh, I'm so sorry for poor Rupert!!!! I so hope to see him overcoming the sadness!!...
May his grandfather rest in peace.
Posted Dec 3, 2005 at 5:44 PM EST
Witch
Points: 982
~Kathy~Evans~ says:
I am so sorry that this happened...may he rest in peace...
My thoughts and prayers also go out to you and your family Rupert.
Posted Dec 3, 2005 at 11:14 PM EST
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