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Robbie Coltrane

Update: Robbie Coltrane talks 'Harry Potter' on red carpet  
At the premiere for his upcoming movie, "The Brothers Bloom," Robbie Coltrane spoke briefly about the "Harry Potter" films, as well as almost being conned. Update: In an additional interview on the red-card, Robbie discusses briefly "Deathly Hallows."
Source: BBC
Posted by Jeremy on Oct 28, 2008 at 6:56 PM

Patrick Doyle & Alan Rickman

'Potter' stars attend 'Music from the Movies' in London  
Earlier this evening "Harry Potter" stars Kenneth Branagh, Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Robbie Coltrane and director Mike Newell attended the 'Music from the Movies,' a concert to aid the UK's leading blood cancer charity Leukaemia Research at the Royal Albert Hall. All the music performed at the concert was written by "Goblet of Fire" film composer Patrick Doyle; himself a leukemia survivor.
Source: HPANA
Posted by Geri on Oct 28, 2007 at 6:34 PM

JK Rowling

Video of JKR discussing Hagrid    
Yesterday evening "Harry Potter" author JK Rowling appeared in a video that was shown on the South Bank Show, which had a feature on Robbie Coltrane. The video opens with Robbie discussing his astonishment of the fans love for his character, scenes from the films and JKR discussing why Robbie was Hagrid.
Source: HP Sorcery
Posted by Geri on Sep 25, 2006 at 2:35 PM

Robbie Coltrane

Coltrane in U.S., finished filming 'Phoenix'    
Robbie Coltrane, who portrays Hagrid in the "Harry Potter" movies, visited the U.S. earlier this week to promote his next venture, "Cracker: A New Terror." It has been over 10 years since Robbie stared in a "Cracker" movie but did not have to think hard to reprise the role. Of interest to "Potter" fans is the fact that Coltrane has recently finished filming his scenes for "Order of the Phoenix."
Source: News Tip
Posted by Geri on Jul 15, 2006 at 11:25 PM

Robbie & Imelda with their OBE's

Potter stars to receive OBE's from the Queen  
In January, we told you that "Harry Potter" actors Robbie Coltrane and Imelda Staunton were to receive an OBE (Order of the British Empire) from the Queen. Today both actors will receive those honors for services to drama.
Source: Sky News via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News via Yahoo! News
Posted by Geri on Mar 2, 2006 at 7:43 AM

Robbie Coltrane

Potter star receives honor from Queen    
This past weekend, Robbie Coltrane, Hagrid in the "Harry Potter" movies received an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) from the Queen of England. Fellow actor Imelda Staunton rumored to portray Prof. Umbridge in "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" joined Mr. Coltrane on the list.
Source: HPANA
Posted by Geri on Jan 1, 2006 at 7:08 PM

GMTV 'GoF' special

Update: GMTV behind-the-scenes look at 'GoF'    
GMTV recently aired a behind-the-scenes special with the cast and crew of the "Goblet of Fire" film, which was hosted by Ben Shepard. The first segment of the special is now available to view online featuring clips from the movie; interviews with Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrane, producer David Heyman, and director Mike Newell; and a visit to the set in-between film shoots. UPDATE: The second, third and fourth segments are now available for download.
Source: Veritaserum
Posted by eudaemonia on Dec 30, 2005 at 9:01 AM

Rubeus Hagrid

No sign of Hagrid in the 'Order of the Phoenix'?    
Manchester Online recently conducted an interview with Robbie Coltrane, who portrays Hagrid in the "Harry Potter" movies. In addition to delving into the actor's background and current projects, Mr. Coltrane also mentions his uncertain return in the fifth movie, "Order of the Phoenix."
Source: Manchester Online via The Leaky Cauldron
Posted by eudaemonia on Dec 9, 2005 at 11:20 AM

Robbie Coltrane

UK's Walk of Fame includes Potter stars  
To answer Hollywood's Walk of Fame, the UK has unveiled the Avenue of Stars in central London. Stars from the last 50 years in entertainment honored included "Harry Potter" actors Dame Maggie Smith, Julie Walters, John Cleese, Robbie Coltrane, Kenneth Branagh, Lenny Henry, Eric Sykes and Sir Michael Gambon.
Source: BBC
Posted by Geri on Sep 18, 2005 at 9:52 PM

Robbie Coltrane

No Hagrid for 'Order of the Phoenix'?    
In a recent interview to discuss his current rehearsing of Peter McDougall's "The Brother's Suit," Robbie Coltrane hinted that he might not reprise his role as Hagrid in "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."
Source: The Herald, UK via Wizard News
Posted by Geri on Apr 6, 2005 at 9:59 PM

Making of 'Prisoner of Azkaban' videos    
Thanks to Veritaseurm we have a chance to see some never before videos of the making of “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” that are currently being shown on U.S. cable station DirectTV. Some of the video clips show Alfonso Cuarón, David Thewlis, Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson & Rupert Grint discussing the making of the film.
Source: Veritaserum
Posted by Geri on Jan 8, 2005 at 9:09 PM

Harry Potter cast support book auction for charity  
Cast members from the “Harry Potter” movies are lending their support to LEPRA, a leading UK medical charity that supports fighting Leprosy, HIV, and AIDS world-wide. Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe, Alan Rickman, Robbie Coltrane, Emma Thompson and Zoë Wanamaker as well as “Harry Potter” narrator Stephen Fry all donated signed books for “The Big Book Auction,” which begins today on eBay and ends on November 27th.
Source: Lepra.org.uk via The Leaky Cauldron
Posted by Geri on Nov 17, 2004 at 7:45 PM

Harry Potter stars draw Christmas cards for charity    
Harry Potter stars Michael Gambon, Robbie Coltrane, Kenneth Branagh, Emma Thompson and Zoë Wanamaker are among the stars who have created Christmas cards for the Foundation for the of Infant Deaths. Michael Gambon sketched a Santa Claus with the words “Father Christmas after pay the congestion charge.” The hand-drawn cards by the stars is one-off creation and will be auctioned off on Nov. 15 in Kensington Town Hall in London.
Source: Sids.org.uk via The Leaky Cauldron
Posted by Geri on Nov 6, 2004 at 11:37 AM

Robbie Coltrane

Coltrane discusses Harry Potter    
Harry Potter actor Robbie Coltrane (Hagrid) sat down recently with The Sunday Herald to discuss the lack of privacy he now has, how Pottermania has taken him by surprise and whether he'll carry on with his role as Hagrid in the final three films.
Source: The Sunday Herald
Posted by Geri on Aug 1, 2004 at 12:47 PM

Robbie Coltrane

Robbie Coltrane talks about Hagrid and the trio  
Robbie Coltrane talks briefly about his role as Hagrid in the "Harry Potter" movies, as well as his young costars, in the Belgium magazine "7 Extra."
Source: Potter World Online via The Leaky Cauldron
Posted by grae on May 6, 2004 at 6:30 PM

New Leaky report from 'Azkaban' set  
The Leaky Cauldron has posted part six of their visit to Leavesden Studios last year. This piece includes an interview with Robbie Coltrane and an excellent description of the Great Hall from the "Harry Potter" movies.
Source: The Leaky Cauldron
Posted by Geri on Apr 21, 2004 at 10:41 PM

Coltrane speaks about working on 'Azkaban'  
Robbie Coltrane follows-up on his previous comments about starring in "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" with IGN, where he speaks about the difference between working with Alfonso Cuaron vs. working with Chris Columbus; the animals he works with for his role and working with kids.
Source: IGN.com
Posted by Geri on Feb 19, 2004 at 12:03 AM

Magical doodles for sale  
If you've ever wondered what Hagrid's doodling looked like - or Robbie Coltrane's doodling, to be more precise - you can check out Robbie's and some of his fellow "Harry Potter" cast members' handiwork at National Doodle Day's eBay webpage, where the doodles are being sold to raise money for The Neurofibromatosis Association and Epilepsy Action.
Source: National Doodle Day via The Leaky Cauldron
Posted by grae on Feb 17, 2004 at 3:04 PM

Coltrane confirmed for 'Goblet of Fire'  
Robbie Coltrane has confirmed with Sci Fi Wire that he will be reprising his role of Hagrid in "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire."
Source: Sci Fi Wire
Posted by Geri on Jan 28, 2004 at 1:50 PM

Interview with Hagrid's double  
Martin Bayfield, one of Hagrid's doubles in the upcoming 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' speaks about his introduction to Hollywood and his experience playing rugby for England.
Source: The Telegraph
Posted by Geri on Oct 26, 2003 at 7:27 PM