Matthew Lewis (actor)
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Matthew Lewis | |
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 Lewis at the New York premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 | |
| Born | Matthew David Lewis 27 June 1989 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1995 – present |
| Website | www.matthewlewis.tv |
Matthew David Lewis (born 27 June 1989) is an English film, television and stage actor, he is best known for playing Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter films.
Personal life
Lewis was born in Horsforth, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, the son of Lynda (née Needham) and Adrian Lewis.[1] He has two brothers, Chris Lewis and actor Anthony Lewis.[1][2] He attended St. Mary's Catholic High School, Menston.[3] Lewis is an avid fan of rugby league team Leeds in the Super League.[4] In an interview with WBEZ, Lewis stated his association with the number 11 and how it has appeared multiple times throughout his life, such as being 11 years old when obtaining the role for Harry Potter, which has inspired him to obtain a tattoo of the number 11 on his right arm and to have myriad clothing with the number 11 on it.[5]
Career
Early work
He has been acting since he was five years old.[5] He started off with minor parts in television programmes, debuting in Some Kind of Life.
Harry Potter
He then went on to try out for the part of Neville Longbottom. He has portrayed Neville Longbottom in the eight Harry Potter films.[6] During the filming of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Helena Bonham Carter, who portrays Bellatrix Lestrange, accidentally ruptured Lewis's eardrum when she stuck her wand in his ear.[7]
Further career
Shot prior to the release of Deathly Hallows, Lewis plays the reporter in the upcoming independent film The Sweet Shop.[8]
Lewis played the character Jamie Bradley in a five-part TV series called The Syndicate written by Kay Mellor, which was broadcast on BBC One in spring 2012.[9][10]
Lewis will be playing the role as Dodd in Wasteland film, which is written and directed by Rowan Athale.[11]
In July 2012, Lewis appeared in a music video called Filth by A Band of Buriers, Matthew's co-star with actress Lily Loveless, who portrayed boyfriend and girlfriend in the music video.[12]
Stage career
In 2011, Lewis played Lester Cole in his stage debut in Agatha Christie's Verdict touring stage production.[13][14]
In June 2012, Lewis has been confirmed to play the character called Mick in the West End, stage production Our Boys written by Jonathan Lewis. Matthew will be making his West End debut after he was last seen in the national stage tour production of Agatha Christie's Verdict in 2011. In Our Boys, Lewis will be starring alongside actors Cian Barry, Arthur Darvill and Laurence Fox. Our Boys will start its previews from the 26 September 2012, and opens on the 3 October 2012 until 15 December 2012 at the Duchess Theatre, London.[15]
Filmography
Awards and Honours
In 2012 it was announced that Lewis was to receive an honorary Master of Arts degree from Leeds Metropolitan University for his contribution to the arts and charity work on the 24 July 2012.[16]
References
- ^ a b Charnley, Jane (1 June 2004). "Harry Potter and the boy who wouldn't give up". Yorkshire Post. Retrieved 21 November 2010.
{{cite news}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|coauthors=(help) - ^ http://matthew-lewis.com/index.php/matthew/basic-facts/ Matthew Lewis.com
- ^ http://www.wharfedaleobserver.co.uk/news/news_local/8249380.Harry_Potter_star_goes_back_to_school/ Wharfedale Observer - Harry Potter star goes back to school
- ^ "Harry Potter star hoping Rhinos will be magical". Super League. 10 February 2010. Retrieved 11 February 2010.
- ^ a b Justin Kaufmann (15 July 2011). "Wikipedia Files: Matthew Lewis (Neville Longbottom)". WBEZ. Retrieved 18 July 2011.
- ^ Steph. "Interview with the Gryffindors". Veritaserum. Retrieved 18 July 2011.
- ^ Steve Daly (13 July 2007). "Helena Bonham Carter Gets Wicked". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved 18 July 2011.
- ^ 03:45 AM. "Exclusive: Matthew Lewis talks Verdict, confirms new Deathly Hallows: II battle scene". SnitchSeeker.com. Retrieved 8 November 2011.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ BBC lstest news on The Syndicate
- ^ Lewis first set footage on The Syndicate
- ^ First promo synopsis of Matthew Lewis in Wasteland
- ^ Potter Matthew Lewis Skins Lily Loveless in Music Video, DigitalSpy, Retrieved 06 July 2012
- ^ Sarah Freeman (13 April 2011). "Learning how to earn a living after Harry Potter ends". Yorkshire Post. Retrieved 18 July 2011.
- ^ Laura Davis (29 March 2011). "Susan Penhaligon leads all-star cast for Agatha Christie's Verdict at New Brighton Floral Pavilion". Liverpool Daily Post. Retrieved 18 July 2011.
- ^ Matthew Lewis to star in Our Boys West End Play, SnitchSeeker.com
- ^ Matthew Lewis to receive honorary master of arts degree from Leeds Metropolitan University SnitchSeeker.com
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