Awww.. Harry Potter’s minister of magic, Robert Hardy, dies at 91

Actor Robert Hardy, a familiar face on British television who also played the minister of magic in the Harry Potter franchise, has died aged 91, his family announced on Thursday.

“It is with great sadness that the family of Robert Hardy CBE today announced his death, following a tremendous life: a giant career in theatre, television and film spanning more than 70 years,” a statement from his children Emma, Justine and Paul said.

Oh dear! Harry Potter actor Jim Tavare breaks neck in head-on crash

One of the actors in the Harry Potter series is recovering from serious injuries following a car crash.

Jim Tavare is in intensive care after the head-on collision broke his neck and punctured a lung.

Tavare, who was in Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban, also suffered 15 broken ribs, a broken leg and breastbone fractures.

Harry Potter And The Cursed Child most nominated new play in Olivier history

Harry Potter And The Cursed Child is now the most nominated new play in the history of the Olivier awards.

The lavish production has been nominated in 11 categories including best director, best new play and outstanding achievement in music for the awards in April.