History of Daniel Radcliffe in Timeline
Daniel Radcliffe is an English actor who gained worldwide fame for his portrayal of Harry Potter in the film series of the same name (2001-2011). This role catapulted him to international stardom and made him one of the most recognizable actors of his generation. Since the conclusion of the Harry Potter films, Radcliffe has pursued a diverse range of roles in theater, film, and television, showcasing his versatility and talent beyond the iconic wizarding character.
1973: First Run of Equus
In 1973, Peter Shaffer's play Equus had its first run, before being revived in the West End with Daniel Radcliffe in 2007.
1979: Escape from Pretoria
In 1979, The events of 'Escape from Pretoria' took place, a real-life prison escape by three young political prisoners from jail in South Africa. Daniel Radcliffe would later star in a thriller film based on this event.
1983: Publication of 'The Woman in Black' novel
In 1983, Susan Hill published the novel 'The Woman in Black', which was later adapted into a film starring Daniel Radcliffe.
July 1989: Daniel Radcliffe's Birth
In July 1989, Daniel Jacob Radcliffe was born in London to Marcia Jeannine Gresham and Alan George Radcliffe.
1996: Publication of The Tailor of Panama Book
In 1996, John le Carré's spy novel, The Tailor of Panama, which would later feature Daniel Radcliffe in the film adaptation, was published.
1999: Acting Debut in David Copperfield
In 1999, at age ten, Daniel Radcliffe made his acting debut in BBC One's adaptation of David Copperfield, portraying the title character as a young boy.
2000: Audition for Harry Potter
In 2000, Daniel Radcliffe was asked to audition for the role of Harry Potter in the film adaptation of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone after being noticed by producer David Heyman.
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2001: Start of 'Harry Potter' Film Series
In 2001, Daniel Radcliffe began his starring role as Harry Potter in the 'Harry Potter' film series.
2001: Debut in Harry Potter series
In 2001, Daniel Radcliffe began portraying the title character in the Harry Potter film series, which launched his career.
2001: Film Debut in The Tailor of Panama
In 2001, Daniel Radcliffe made his film debut in The Tailor of Panama, based on John le Carré's spy novel.
2001: Release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
In 2001, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was released, marking Daniel Radcliffe's first appearance as Harry Potter and receiving positive reviews.
2002: Stage Debut in The Play What I Wrote
In 2002, Daniel Radcliffe made his stage debut as a celebrity guest in a West End production of The Play What I Wrote.
2004: Release of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
In 2004, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, the third film in the series, was released. Daniel Radcliffe's performance received mixed reviews.
2005: Filming of December Boys
In 2005, Daniel Radcliffe filmed December Boys, an Australian family drama.
2005: Release of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
In 2005, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, was released. Radcliffe noted the humour as a factor in the film's success.
April 2006: Unveiling of Portrait at the National Theatre
On April 13, 2006, a portrait of Daniel Radcliffe by Stuart Pearson Wright was unveiled at the National Theatre.
2006: AS Level Exams
In 2006, Daniel Radcliffe achieved A grades in the three AS level exams that he took but decided to take a break from education.
2006: Appearance on Sunday Times Rich List
In 2006, Daniel Radcliffe appeared on the Sunday Times Rich List with an estimated personal fortune of £14 million.
February 2007: Opening of Equus in West End
On February 27, 2007, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the West End revival of Equus. Advance sales topped £1.7 million.
March 2007: Signing on for Final Harry Potter Films
In March 2007, Daniel Radcliffe decided to sign on for the final Harry Potter films, ending speculation about his involvement due to his role in Equus.
June 2007: End of Equus Run in West End
In June 2007, Daniel Radcliffe's run in Equus at the Gielgud Theatre in West End came to a close, having opened in February that year.
September 2007: Release of December Boys
In mid-September 2007, the film December Boys, which was filmed in 2005, was released to theaters.
2007: Role in My Boy Jack and Poetry Publication
In 2007, Daniel Radcliffe co-starred in My Boy Jack and published poems under the pen name Jacob Gershon.
2007: Broadway Debut in 'Equus'
In 2007, Daniel Radcliffe made his Broadway debut in a revival of Peter Shaffer's play 'Equus'.
2007: Stage Acting Debut in Equus
In 2007, Daniel Radcliffe transitioned to stage acting, starring in the West End and Broadway productions of Equus.
September 2008: Equus Transfers to Broadway
In September 2008, the production of Equus, starring Daniel Radcliffe, transferred to Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre.
2008: Donation to Holocaust Exhibit
In 2008, Daniel Radcliffe donated his old glasses to an exhibit honouring victims of the Holocaust.
2008: First learned of The Trevor Project
In 2008, Daniel Radcliffe first learned of The Trevor Project while performing in Equus on Broadway.
2008: Radcliffe Reveals Dyspraxia Diagnosis
In 2008, Daniel Radcliffe publicly disclosed that he has a mild form of dyspraxia, a neurological disorder that affects his coordination and makes tasks like writing and tying shoelaces difficult.
2008: National Movie Award for Best Male Performance
In 2008, Daniel Radcliffe received the National Movie Award for "Best Male Performance" for his work in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
March 2009: Ranked on Forbes 'Most Valuable Young Stars' List
In March 2009, Daniel Radcliffe was ranked number one on the Forbes "Most Valuable Young Stars" list.
July 2009: Release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
In July 2009, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, the sixth film in the series, was released. Radcliffe received nominations for his performance.
2009: Filming Public Service Announcements for The Trevor Project
In 2009, Daniel Radcliffe began filming public service announcements for The Trevor Project to promote awareness of gay teen suicide prevention.
2009: Radcliffe's Atheism and Patriotism
In 2009, Daniel Radcliffe publicly declared himself an atheist. He clarified that he is a "fierce patriot" but not a royalist, criticizing the monarchy as a symbol of national problems in 2009.
February 2010: Named High-Paid Hollywood Star
In February 2010, Daniel Radcliffe was named the sixth highest-paid Hollywood male star.
August 2010: Decision to Become Teetotal
In August 2010, Daniel Radcliffe became teetotal after finding himself becoming too reliant on alcohol.
November 2010: Release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1
In November 2010, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 was released, grossing $960 million worldwide.
2010: Endorsement of Nick Clegg
In 2010, Daniel Radcliffe endorsed then-Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg in the general election.
2010: MTV Movie Award Nominations
In 2010, Daniel Radcliffe received nominations for Best Male Performance and Global Superstar at the MTV Movie Awards for his role in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
2010: Advocating for Equal Rights
In 2010, Daniel Radcliffe stressed the importance of public figures advocating for equal rights and spoke out against intolerance of gay men, lesbians, and bisexuals.
2010: Voice Acting in The Simpsons
In late 2010, Daniel Radcliffe voiced a character in The Simpsons episode "Treehouse of Horror XXI".
July 2011: Release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
In July 2011, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 was released, grossing over $1.3 billion worldwide and receiving critical acclaim.
2011: End of Harry Potter film series
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe completed his role as Harry Potter in the final film of the series, marking the end of an era.
2011: Broadway Debut in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe debuted as J. Pierrepont Finch in a Broadway revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
2011: Recipient of The Trevor Project's Hero Award
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe received The Trevor Project's Hero Award for his contributions.
2011: Hero Award from the Trevor Project
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe received the Hero Award from the Trevor Project for his advocacy with LGBTQ youth.
2011: Return to Broadway in 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe returned to Broadway in the musical revival of 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'.
2011: Presenter at Gypsy of the Year competition
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe was a presenter at the Gypsy of the Year competition. He also auctioned off items for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
January 2012: Departure from How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
On January 1, 2012, Daniel Radcliffe left the Broadway production of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
February 2012: Release of 'The Woman in Black'
In February 2012, 'The Woman in Black,' a horror film starring Daniel Radcliffe, was released. It was adapted from Susan Hill's 1983 novel and features Radcliffe as a man dealing with the affairs of a deceased woman, who then experiences hauntings.
2012: Relationship with Erin Darke Begins
In 2012, Daniel Radcliffe began a relationship with American actress Erin Darke after meeting on the set of 'Kill Your Darlings'.
2012: Radcliffe Defines Religious and Political Views
In 2012, Daniel Radcliffe identified himself as Jewish and Irish despite being English. He stated he was an atheist. He also expressed that he becomes a "militant atheist when religion starts impacting on legislation" in 2012.
2012: Release of 'The Woman in Black'
In 2012, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the horror film 'The Woman in Black'.
2012: Shift to Labour Party
In 2012, Daniel Radcliffe switched his political alignment to the Labour Party.
2013: Roles in 'Kill Your Darlings' and Other Films
In 2013, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed Allen Ginsberg in 'Kill Your Darlings', starred in 'The F Word', and 'Horns.'
2013: Multiple Film and Stage Appearances
In 2013, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed Allen Ginsberg in 'Kill Your Darlings,' starred in 'The F Word,' and 'Horns.' These films premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. He also starred in 'The Cripple of Inishmaan' and won a WhatsOnStage Award.
2013: Portrayal of Allen Ginsberg in Kill Your Darlings
In 2013, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed Allen Ginsberg in the biopic Kill Your Darlings.
2013: Accidental Antifreeze Ingestion on 'Horns' Set
In 2013, while filming 'Horns', Daniel Radcliffe accidentally ingested antifreeze, leading to a severe illness that lasted for three days. The incident caused him to become "horrendously ill."
2014: Opposition to Scottish Independence Referendum
In 2014, Daniel Radcliffe opposed the Scottish independence referendum, supporting British unionism.
2014: Starring in 'The Cripple of Inishmaan'
In 2014, Daniel Radcliffe starred in Martin McDonagh's play 'The Cripple of Inishmaan' on Broadway.
2014: Broadway Role in The Cripple of Inishmaan
In 2014, Daniel Radcliffe took on a role in Martin McDonagh's drama, The Cripple of Inishmaan, on Broadway.
2015: Endorsement of Jeremy Corbyn
In 2015, Daniel Radcliffe endorsed Jeremy Corbyn's Labour Party leadership campaign.
2015: Starring Roles in 'Victor Frankenstein' and 'The Gamechangers'
In 2015, Daniel Radcliffe starred as Igor in 'Victor Frankenstein' and as Sam Houser in 'The Gamechangers'. 'Victor Frankenstein' was based on Mary Shelley's novel Frankenstein, and 'The Gamechangers' is a biographical drama.
2015: Starring in 'Victor Frankenstein' and 'Swiss Army Man'
In 2015, Daniel Radcliffe starred in 'Victor Frankenstein' and 'Swiss Army Man'.
2016: Roles in Swiss Army Man and Now You See Me 2
In 2016, Daniel Radcliffe acted in the surreal drama Swiss Army Man and the thriller Now You See Me 2.
2016: Starring in 'Imperium'
In 2016, Daniel Radcliffe starred in 'Imperium', playing an undercover FBI agent.
2016: Roles in 'Now You See Me 2', 'Swiss Army Man', and 'Imperium'
In 2016, Daniel Radcliffe starred in 'Now You See Me 2', playing a technological prodigy. He also portrayed a corpse in 'Swiss Army Man' and an FBI agent in 'Imperium'.
2017: London Revival of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead
In 2017, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the London revival of Tom Stoppard's Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.
2017: Off-Broadway Role in 'Privacy' and Starring in 'Jungle'
In 2017, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the off-Broadway play 'Privacy' and played Yossi Ghinsberg in the thriller 'Jungle', based on Ghinsberg's memoir.
2018: Roles in 'Beast of Burden' and 'The Lifespan of a Fact' on Broadway
In 2018, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed a pilot in 'Beast of Burden' and returned to Broadway in 'The Lifespan of a Fact'. He researched his role by working in The New Yorker's fact-checking department.
May 2019: Ranking of Deathly Hallows – Part 2
As of May 2019, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 was the 11th-highest-grossing film of all time.
2019: Role in Miracle Workers
In 2019, Daniel Radcliffe began playing multiple roles in the anthology comedy series Miracle Workers.
2019: Radcliffe Describes Himself as Agnostic Leaning Towards Atheism
In 2019, Daniel Radcliffe described himself as "agnostic leaning toward atheism".
2019: Exploration of Family History in Who Do You Think You Are?
In 2019, Daniel Radcliffe explored his family history in the BBC genealogy series Who Do You Think You Are?.
2019: Starring in 'Miracle Workers' and 'Playmobil: The Movie'
In 2019, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the TBS comedy series 'Miracle Workers' and voiced Rex Dasher in 'Playmobil: The Movie'.
January 2020: Premiere of 'Miracle Workers' Second Season
On January 28, 2020, the second season of 'Miracle Workers', starring Daniel Radcliffe, premiered.
June 2020: Support for the Transgender Community
In June 2020, amid controversy over J. K. Rowling's remarks, Daniel Radcliffe voiced support for the transgender community in an essay published by The Trevor Project.
2020: London Revival of Endgame
In 2020, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the London revival of Samuel Beckett's Endgame.
2021: Net Worth Estimate
As of 2021, Daniel Radcliffe's net worth is estimated at £95 million.
January 2022: Release of 'Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts'
On January 1, 2022, Daniel Radcliffe reunited with Harry Potter cast members for the HBO Max special 'Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts'.
November 2022: Start of 'Merrily We Roll Along' Revival
On November 21, 2022, the New York Theatre Workshop revival of 'Merrily We Roll Along', starring Daniel Radcliffe, began.
December 2022: Opening of 'Merrily We Roll Along' Revival
On December 12, 2022, the revival of 'Merrily We Roll Along', starring Daniel Radcliffe, officially opened on Broadway.
2022: Roles in The Lost City and Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
In 2022, Daniel Radcliffe appeared in the comedy The Lost City and portrayed "Weird Al" Yankovic in the musical parody Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, earning award nominations for the latter.
2022: Role as "Weird Al" Yankovic and Release of 'The Lost City'
In 2022, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed "Weird Al" Yankovic in the biopic 'Weird: The Al Yankovic Story' and starred in 'The Lost City'.
January 2023: Limited Engagement of 'Merrily We Roll Along' Concludes
On January 8, 2023, the limited engagement run of 'Merrily We Roll Along', starring Daniel Radcliffe, concluded before transferring to Broadway.
April 2023: Birth of Son
In April 2023, Daniel Radcliffe and Erin Darke welcomed their son.
2023: Continued Role in Miracle Workers
In 2023, Daniel Radcliffe continued his role in the anthology comedy series Miracle Workers.
2023: Starring in 'Merrily We Roll Along'
In 2023, Daniel Radcliffe starred in Stephen Sondheim's musical 'Merrily We Roll Along', earning a Tony Award and Grammy Award nomination.
2023: Tony Award for Merrily We Roll Along
In 2023, Daniel Radcliffe starred in Stephen Sondheim's musical Merrily We Roll Along, earning a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical and another Grammy Award nomination.
July 2024: 'Merrily We Roll Along' Production Closed
In July 2024, the production of 'Merrily We Roll Along', starring Daniel Radcliffe, closed.
May 2025: Announcement of Radcliffe starring in 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins'
In May 2025, it was announced that Daniel Radcliffe would star in the Tina Fey-produced television series 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins'.
December 2025: Release Date Set for 'Merrily We Roll Along' Film Version
In December 2025, the release date was set for the U.S. release for the film version of 'Merrily We Roll Along', starring Daniel Radcliffe and his co-stars from the stage production.
January 2026: Premiere of 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins'
In January 2026, the first episode of 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins', starring Daniel Radcliffe, premiered.
February 2026: Return to Broadway in 'Every Brilliant Thing'
In February 2026, Daniel Radcliffe returned to Broadway in the interactive one-man play 'Every Brilliant Thing'.
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