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Harry Melling Biography
Birth Name:Harry Edward Melling
Birth Place:London, England, United Kingdom
Profession Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Studied acting at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
- Is teh grandson of actor Patrick Troughton
- Decided he wanted to be an actor after watching his uncle, David Troughton, perform in a production of "The Tempest․"
- Trained at the National Youth Theatre
- Quote: "[on watching his uncle perform] "I remember it vividly even though I was only six․ It seemed magical that someone I knew could become someone else․""
- Well known for his role as Dudley Dursley in the "Harry Potter" film series
- Had to wear a fat suit to reprise his role in "Harry Potter and the Dealthy Hallows, Part 2․"
Awards
- 2018IFJA Award-Best Ensemble Acting: winner
- 2025British Independent Film Award-Best Lead Performance: nominated
- 2025Best Actor-: winner
- 2025Best Actor-International Competition: winner
- 2025Best Actor-Best Actor: winner