John Lithgow confirmed as new Dumbledore in HBO series

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John Lithgow has confirmed he will play Albus Dumbledore in HBO's upcoming "Harry Potter" series, set to begin filming this summer. This marks the first time an American actor will portray the character. Lithgow expressed surprise at the casting decision, stating it will significantly impact his later career. HBO has not officially confirmed the casting details yet. The new series aims to be a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling's books. Daniel Radcliffe, who played Harry Potter in the original films, will not appear in the reboot.


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