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NOVEMBER 27, 2007 at 6:30 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: News Tip
The December issue of Details
magazine, titled the 'Power and Influence' issue, includes a list of the year’s top 50 most influential men under 45 and at number 41 is fictional character Harry Potter.
According to the article:
41 // Harry Potter
Wizard; Age: 17
Nine years after her fictional boy wizard first cast his spell in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, J.K. Rowling is the wealthiest author in history. On July 21, fans who had camped out in front of bookstores overnight finally got hold of the seventh and final installment of the series. Across the United States, 8.3 million copies (worth a total of nearly of $170 million) sold within 24 hours. Warner Bros., which has grossed $.47 billion worldwide on the first five film versions, has two more movies in production. And while there's speculation that Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows represents the book industry's last gasp, Potter himself will live on - through a theme park in Orlando, Florida, and a musical in London's West End. This wizard will continue to work his financial magic for some time.
Editor's Note: Contrary to what is mentioned above there are currently no plans for a musical version of the book in production.
Additional mentions are Zac Efron, Shia LaBoeuf, Google and YouTube founders and the Disney Kids. This issue will hit newsstands on December 4th.
Thanks to Laura from Details for the news.
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Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4651
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
YEAH! First one to comment! But that's not why I'm saying 'yeah'. That's so awesome that he's on the list! He is a very influential person. Wait a second, I just looked at the list 1 // Zac Efron, Shia LaBoeuf, and the Disney Kids? Are you serious!!!!!
~Drish~
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 6:53 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27754
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
Ooh awesome!!
:D
I might have to pick that up and Entertainment Weekly if I ever take a trip to the school store.
:D
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 6:57 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1608
~Harry's true love~ says:
Wow, that is quite an achievment, since he isn't even real! woohoo! that's great, I'm happy. :D
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 7:04 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8909
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Amazing the coverage and how the character is regarded. Hard to believe that no one knew who the character was 15 years ago.
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 7:23 PM EST
Witch
Points: 534
~AlyPotter~ says:
Very cool.
But I feel that he should have been placed higher on the list even if he is a fictional character.
I think that many who were at the top are not worthy of that honor.
Anyhoo, I will try and see if I can pick up an issue when I get a chance.
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 7:52 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1104
Ravenclaw Tower Dude says:
Hmmm...
I'm pretty sure Harry Potter is more influential than Zac Efron, Shia LaBoeuf, and the "Disney Kids." I can kind of understand the Google and YouTube founders being higer.
But I like HP better.
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 9:06 PM EST
Seer
Points: 15207
Brittany Radcliffe says:
OH this issue sounds good! and I like pretty much all the people that are also listed following Harry Potter.
POTTER IS POWER!
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 11:17 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 485
ladybythebay says:
Very interesting for a fictional character. No mention of the actor who brought him to life. Odd.
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 11:23 PM EST
Antipodean Snow Goddess
Points: 3070
Tikihaha says:
Hee-hee! I had to laugh at the bogus "and a musical in London's West End"!! That would be a hoot!
All Dancing! All Singing! Lord Voldemort and His Amazing Tap-Dancing Death Eaters!
What a shame it's only a rumour!
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 11:29 PM EST
Dragon Rider
Points: 4437
~MalfoyPotter~ says:
What a weird list of power and influence men. Ryan Seacrest even made the list! Hehe! This is really a whacked list. :)
Nevertheless, congrats to Harry.
~MP~
Posted Nov 27, 2007 at 11:52 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1588
ravenbeaut says:
Umm... A musical? Thank goodness that wasn't true!
That list is screwy anyway... "The Disney Kids"??
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 12:29 AM EST
Friendly Deaf Angel
Points: 5155
Friendly Deaf Angel says:
I am really happy, 2more movie but the magic is not gone yet..it will live for ever and ever..Jo you rule..hugs...
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 1:12 AM EST
Rickmaniac to the Core
Points: 2564
snaily says:
It's quite an achievement, really, seeing that Harry is just a fictional character! I wonder who's topped the list..
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 4:22 AM EST
Squib
Points: 128
MRS DAN RADCLIFFE says:
Superb!!! A theme park in Orlando, Florida!!!Thats so cool.And a musical in London's west end. That would be so............ i cant find the right word to express my felling =)) but Contrary to what is mentioned above there are currently no plans for a musical version of the book in production., I am not that lucky.
I would have lots of fun if what Tikihaha said would come true.......................
$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
<3 HP GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 6:29 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2860
mad_eye muggle says:
Interesting!This is sooooo cool.Imagine HP is on the list,and the fact that his only a book character.Man........Harry is indeed amazing and popular.HP RULES!
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 7:48 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 356
harry_potterfan says:
I think he should have earned himself a much better rank!! I think this wave in the publishing industry in the days of the Net is not an easy task.
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 8:03 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1647
Hermione's younger sister says:
He is definately very influential. I can't believe how much money they made the first day! That is really amazing!
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 9:55 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2050
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
How lovely for Harry! He may be a fictional character, but I love that boy and my life has changed because of these wonderful books! I can't remember life before Harry Potter. He's definitely an influence on my life, for the good of course, so I'm not surprised that he made it on the list. As for the theme park, I can't wait until it opens! I'm saving up for it!
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 10:08 AM EST
Head Boy
Points: 433
Maga Potter says:
Did you see who is on the cover??? K-Fed!!! That is one of the stupidiest lists ever.
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 10:59 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1544
the_girl_who_lived89 says:
I don't think Harry Potter would be a good musical(if it will be) BUT he has been such a huge inspiration for people around the world. I'm so into that theme park!
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 11:58 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2334
SlytherinStarGazer says:
That is so awesome that they named Harry Potter a fictional Character on that list, I couldn't agree more though that boy wizard has had a huge impact on so many people who read the books, that it doesn't surprise me at all :)
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 12:41 PM EST
Witch
Points: 580
KarateKid says:
Number 41? come on now, people, what could possible have power and influence over people more than Harry Potter does? Anywho, does this magazine come out in the UK?
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 1:37 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2108
phoenix_feathers says:
Hoorah for Harry! Definitely deserves to be on the list. Actually, he deserves to be on a list of his own, a pedestol, if you will.
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 1:59 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2358
Nataly says:
What a wonderful description of Harry Potter! Well done! 'Power and Influence' agreesss
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 2:31 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1255
TheSeventhHorcrux says:
Ooh, yay for Harry!! I have no doubt that Harry Potter influences both kids and adults worldwide. It's a well-deserved honor!!
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 3:56 PM EST
Student
Points: 247
wicked_xx says:
Harry is a VERY influential character for people of all ages. What?!? A Harry Potter musical?!??! Wow that would be very ...um... interesting. And I'm definately going to the amusement park one day!
Posted Nov 28, 2007 at 4:53 PM EST
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