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 Radcliffe is an English actor who gained international recognition for his portrayal of Harry Potter in the film series of the same name. From 2001 to 2011, he starred in all eight Harry Potter films, becoming a global icon and a central figure in one of the most successful movie franchises in history. This role established him as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry at a young age.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2006: Sunday Times Rich List Appearance

In 2006, Daniel Radcliffe appeared on the Sunday Times Rich List, with his personal fortune estimated at £14 million.

2008: National Movie Award for Best Male Performance

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

March 2009: 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 installment in the series, was released, earning Daniel Radcliffe nominations at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards.

February 2010: Sixth Highest-Paid Hollywood Male Star

In February 2010, Daniel Radcliffe was named the sixth highest-paid Hollywood male star.

August 2010: Became Teetotal

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

2010: Nominations at MTV Movie Awards

In 2010, Daniel Radcliffe received nominations for "Best Male Performance" and "Global Superstar" at the MTV Movie Awards for his work in "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince".

2011: The Trevor Project's Hero Award

In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe received The Trevor Project's Hero Award for his contributions to the LGBTQ community.

2011: Hero Award from the Trevor Project

In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe was awarded the Hero Award by the Trevor Project for his advocacy with LGBTQ youth and his contributions to various charities.

March 2020: Desert Island Discs Appearance

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

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

In 2022, Daniel Radcliffe starred 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.

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2023: Tony Award for Merrily We Roll Along

In 2023, Daniel Radcliffe starred in Stephen Sondheim's musical "Merrily We Roll Along" on Broadway, earning him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical and another Grammy Award nomination.