Daniel Radcliffe's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Daniel Radcliffe. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Daniel Jacob Radcliffe is an English actor who gained international fame for his portrayal of Harry Potter in the film series of the same name (2001-2011). This role established him as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Since Harry Potter, he has taken on diverse roles in film, television, and theatre, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

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2006: Appeared on the Sunday Times Rich List

In 2006, Daniel Radcliffe appeared on the Sunday Times Rich List, which estimated his personal fortune to be £14 million, making him one of the richest young people in the UK.

2008: National Movie Award for Best Male Performance

In 2008, Daniel Radcliffe received the National Movie Award for Best Male Performance for his role in "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix".

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March 2009: Ranked Number One on Forbes List

In March 2009, Daniel Radcliffe was ranked at number one on the Forbes "Most Valuable Young Stars" list.

February 2010: Named Sixth Highest-Paid Hollywood Male Star

In February 2010, Daniel Radcliffe was named the sixth highest-paid Hollywood male star and placed at number five on Forbes' December list of Hollywood's highest-grossing actors with a film revenue of US$780 million, mainly due to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows being released that year.

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August 2010: Becoming teetotal

In August 2010, Daniel Radcliffe became teetotal after becoming too reliant on alcohol.

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.

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2011: Receiving 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", earning a Grammy nomination.

2013: Film and stage performances

In 2013, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed Allen Ginsberg in "Kill Your Darlings", starred in "The F Word", and "Horns", and performed in the stage play "The Cripple of Inishmaan", winning a WhatsOnStage Award for Best Actor in a Play.

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March 2020: Appearance on Desert Island Discs

In March 2020, Daniel Radcliffe appeared as the guest on BBC Radio 4's Desert Island Discs, discussing his alcohol misuse and decision to become teetotal.

2022: Roles in The Lost City and Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

In 2022, Daniel Radcliffe appeared in the comedy "The Lost City" and the musical parody "Weird: The Al Yankovic Story". He received nominations for his work in the latter.

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2023: Tony Award for Merrily We Roll Along

In 2023, Daniel Radcliffe won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his performance in "Merrily We Roll Along", along with another Grammy nomination.