Voldemort

How Dumbledore’s Clever Plan in ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’ Ensured Voldemort’s Defeat

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Revealed After 25 Years: How Dumbledore's Clever Plan in 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire' Ensured Voldemort’s Defeat

When J.K. Rowling penned “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,” released in 2000, she masterfully wove a narrative filled with suspense, tragedy, and moments that would only be fully appreciated years later. Amidst the chaos of Voldemort’s return and the heartbreak of Cedric Diggory’s death, a subtle yet pivotal detail was easy to miss—a … Read more

Ralph Fiennes Almost Rejected Voldemort Role Until His Nephews Stepped In, How a Family’s Love for Harry Potter Saved the Dark Lord

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Ralph Fiennes Almost Rejected Voldemort Role Until His Nephews Stepped In: How a Family's Love for Harry Potter Saved the Dark Lord

It’s hard to imagine anyone else playing the dark and terrifying Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter franchise. Ralph Fiennes’ portrayal of the evil Dark Lord is now etched in the memories of Potterheads around the globe. But shockingly, Fiennes almost turned down the role, and the story behind how he finally embraced the character … Read more