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Rupert Grint

Rupert Grint is an English actor best known for playing Ron Weasley in the *Harry Potter* film series.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Rupert Grint is an English actor best known for playing Ron Weasley in the *Harry Potter* film series. Born in Harlow, Essex, he began acting professionally as a child and later worked in film, television, and stage productions. He has also been credited as a producer on some projects.

Early life

Rupert Grint was born in Harlow, Essex, and grew up in England. Sources identify his birth name as Rupert Alexander Lloyd Grint.

Harry Potter career

Grint became widely known for portraying Ron Weasley in the *Harry Potter* film series. He was cast as a child and appeared across the full eight-film franchise.

Later work

After *Harry Potter*, Grint acted in independent films and television series. His screen work expanded into comedy, drama, and thriller roles, and he also took on production credits.

Stage and other appearances

Grint has also appeared in theatre productions and received recognition for live performance work. His career includes screen, stage, and voice-acting roles.

Key facts

  • Rupert Grint is an English actor best known for playing Ron Weasley in the *Harry Potter* film series.
  • He was cast as Ron Weasley at age 11 after submitting an audition video.
  • He appeared as Ron Weasley in all eight *Harry Potter* films released between 2001 and 2011.
  • His early non-*Harry Potter* film credits include *Driving Lessons* and *Cherrybomb*.
  • He later appeared in television series including *Snatch*, *Sick Note*, and *Servant*.
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Canadian context

Rupert Grint is widely known to Canadian audiences through the *Harry Potter* films and later streaming television roles, which were released and distributed in Canada as part of mainstream international entertainment.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Rupert Grint?
Rupert Grint is an English actor best known for playing Ron Weasley in the *Harry Potter* film series.
When was Rupert Grint born?
He was born on 24 August 1988.
Where was Rupert Grint born?
He was born in Harlow, Essex, England.
What is Rupert Grint’s best-known role?
His best-known role is Ron Weasley, Harry Potter’s friend, in the *Harry Potter* films.
Did Rupert Grint act after *Harry Potter*?
Yes. He appeared in films and television series including *Driving Lessons*, *Cherrybomb*, *Snatch*, *Sick Note*, and *Servant*.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0342488/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, height, and biographical details.
  2. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/rupert-grint
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, casting as Ron Weasley, and early/later career overview.
  3. BroadwayWorld — https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Rupert-Grint/
    Supports: Film, television, and stage credits; theatre recognition.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/rupert_grint
    Supports: Casting age, early career context, and Harry Potter film series information.