John Lithgow Reveals He'll Play Dumbledore in HBO's Harry Potter TV Series
HBO's highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series has reportedly secured its first major casting: the legendary John Lithgow as Professor Dumbledore. While not yet officially confirmed by HBO or Warner Bros., Lithgow himself confirmed the news in an interview with ScreenRant. He described accepting the role as a significant decision, stating it will "define the last chapter of [his] life," adding that he will be approximately 87 years old by the time filming wraps. This exciting development marks a significant step forward for the project, which aims to reimagine J.K. Rowling's beloved novels for a new generation. Rowling will serve as an executive producer alongside Neil Blair and Ruth Kenley-Letts. Although Lithgow's casting is a major breakthrough, the lack of a full cast suggests the series is still in the early stages of development. Lithgow, a celebrated actor with a diverse career spanning film and television, is perhaps best known for his role in 3rd Rock from the Sun and his Emmy-winning portrayal of Winston Churchill in The Crown.
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