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The Irish Sun
a day ago
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Harry Potter star Emma Watson's ‘stalker' kicked out of Britain after cops dropped the probe
HARRY Potter star Emma Watson's suspected stalker has been kicked out of Britain — as police dropped their probe. 3 Emma Watson's suspected stalker has been kicked out of Britain Credit: Getty 3 Chad Michael Busto was arrested last year for demanding to see Harry Potter star Emma The American, 45, said he had been asking around Oxford University, where she is studying creative writing, to 'connect' with the actress. He was released under investigation but Thames Valley Police have now confirmed they have dropped the probe 'with no further action taken.' Sources also said Busto was no longer in the UK. After his arrest in June 2024, Busto was taken to Colnbrook Immigration Centre, near Heathrow. READ MORE ON EMMA WATSON He told us at the time: 'I visited the English department. I went to the main admissions centre trying to gain information.' In 2023, Busto was arrested for barging into a New York fashion show dressing room and yelling he wanted to marry Emma. He was previously arrested for allegedly stalking actress Drew Barrymore. A Home Office spokesman said yesterday: 'While it remains our policy not to comment on individual cases, this Government has taken swift and decisive action to remove failed asylum seekers, foreign national offenders and other immigration offenders who have no legal right to remain in Britain.' Most read in The Sun Emma, 35, was this week The star was banned from driving for six months after being caught speeding in her £30k Audi. Emma Watson is BANNED from driving after speeding in £30k Audi 3 Busto was previously arrested for allegedly stalking actress Drew Barrymore Credit: Getty


Scottish Sun
a day ago
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- Scottish Sun
Harry Potter star Emma Watson's ‘stalker' kicked out of Britain after cops dropped the probe
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HARRY Potter star Emma Watson's suspected stalker has been kicked out of Britain — as police dropped their probe. Chad Michael Busto was arrested last year for demanding to see her. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Emma Watson's suspected stalker has been kicked out of Britain Credit: Getty 3 Chad Michael Busto was arrested last year for demanding to see Harry Potter star Emma The American, 45, said he had been asking around Oxford University, where she is studying creative writing, to 'connect' with the actress. He was released under investigation but Thames Valley Police have now confirmed they have dropped the probe 'with no further action taken.' Sources also said Busto was no longer in the UK. After his arrest in June 2024, Busto was taken to Colnbrook Immigration Centre, near Heathrow. He told us at the time: 'I visited the English department. I went to the main admissions centre trying to gain information.' In 2023, Busto was arrested for barging into a New York fashion show dressing room and yelling he wanted to marry Emma. He was previously arrested for allegedly stalking actress Drew Barrymore. A Home Office spokesman said yesterday: 'While it remains our policy not to comment on individual cases, this Government has taken swift and decisive action to remove failed asylum seekers, foreign national offenders and other immigration offenders who have no legal right to remain in Britain.' Emma, 35, was this week handed a driving ban for speeding. The star was banned from driving for six months after being caught speeding in her £30k Audi. Emma Watson is BANNED from driving after speeding in £30k Audi


The Irish Sun
a day ago
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- The Irish Sun
First look at young Harry Potter filming TV show as star, 11, spotted in pivotal scenes with the Dursleys
HARRY Potter stars have been spotted filming the exciting new series at London Zoo for the first time. This week, the new Harry Potter film and book franchise. 15 Harry Potter stars have been spotted filming the exciting new series at London Zoo for the first time Credit: Click News and Media 15 The iconic Dursley family have been spotted for the first time Credit: Click News and Media 15 The upcoming series will adapt JK Rowling's novels for a new generation Credit: Aidan Monaghan / HBO Max 15 Amos Kitson plays the role of Dudley Dursley Credit: Click News and Media The first look photo shows actor Dominic McLaughin as Harry Potter, complete in his Hogwarts wizarding robes, iconic round eye glasses and infamous forehead scar. From HBO, the And now, the iconic Dursley family have been spotted alongside Harry for the first time, re-creating the well-known zoo scene from the books , where Harry talks to the snake. They, too, have filmed at London Zoo, like in the first movie, which is set on the edge of Regent's Park. Read More on Harry Potter The new Dursley family consists of Daniel Rigby in the role of blustering Uncle Vernon. Bel Powley transforms into Aunt Petunia, with Amos Kitson as Dudley Dursley. The family were seen filming at the zoo in an exciting first-look, and all huddled around to watch the penguin show, amongst a group of onlookers. Uncle Vernon and Aunt Petunia were seen in wigs and glasses, and Dudley wore a tracksuit top and bottoms. Most read in News TV New Harry Potter star Dominic McLaughin, 11, is in attendance at the filming, seen in the iconic glasses with a large blue hoodie on. The family filmed as the crew busied around them, touching up makeup and taking photos, while getting everyone into position. Harry Potter legend breaks his silence as replacement cast in HBO TV series They were picture zipping between different areas of the zoo in golf buggies, reportedly shocking members of the the public in the process. Showrunners have guaranteed the new series will be a "faithful adaptation" of the books penned by controversial author, J.K Rowling, who is also serving as an executive producer. Alastair Stout will play Ron Weasley and Arabella Stanton will take on the role of Hermione Granger acting alongside him to round out the wizarding trio. The three new young stars join a talented cast including 15 The new Dursley family consists of Daniel Rigby in the role of blustering Uncle Vernon Credit: Click News and Media 15 Uncle Vernon and Aunt Petunia were seen in wigs and glasses Credit: Click News and Media 15 Dudley spotted in a tracksuit Credit: Click News and Media 15 They were picture zipping between different areas of the zoo in golf buggies Credit: Click News and Media 15 The first look photo shows actor Dominic McLaughin as Harry Potter Credit: Click News and Media 15 A poster of the penguin show Credit: Click News and Media 15 The actors were pictured filming in a large crowd while enjoying ice cream Credit: Click News and Media The latest cast announced includes, Rory Wilmot as Neville Longbottom, Louise Brealey as Madam Rolanda Hooch, and Anton Lesser as Garrick Ollivander. Johnny Flynn will Series regulars will include Janet McTeer as Professor Minerva McGonagall, Nick Frost as groundskeeper Hagrid and Paapa Essiedu as Professor Severus Snape. Rounding out that announcement were Luke Thallon as Quirrell and Paul Whitehouse as Filch. They will also have big shoes to fill - succeeding the late The Sun revealed how HBO's adaptation It will include new roads, multi-storey car parks and vast hangars to house the sets. A TV insider said: 'Warner Bros are making a huge commitment to the new TV show, looking at next decade. 'So they see pumping a huge amount of cash in upfront to construct this infrastructure as a worthwhile investment which they'll eventually get a return on. 'What they'll have is a small metropolis which will not only provide the backdrop for the show but all the facilities the huge cast and crew need, too.' 15 A look at the set at London Zoo Credit: Click News and Media 15 A clothes rail of outfits pictured being brought onto the set Credit: Click News and Media 15 The family filmed as the crew busied around them, touching up makeup and taking photos, while getting everyone into position Credit: Click News and Media 15 Arabella Stanton, Dominic McLaughlin, and Alastair Stout will portray Hermione Granger, Harry Potter and Ron Weasley Credit: AP


The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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2nd Harry Potter star BANNED from driving minutes after Emma Watson had her licence pulled for 4th offence in 2 years
HARRY Potter actress Zoe Wanamaker has been disqualified from driving – minutes after her co-star Emma Watson got the same sentence. The 77-year-old, who featured in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, totted up 12 points on her licence after being flashed by speed cameras four times in 11 months. Advertisement 6 Zoe Wannamaker as Madame Hooch in Harry Potter, 2001 Credit: Alamy 6 Zoe Wanamaker, who featured in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, totted up 12 points on her licence Credit: Warner Bros 6 Zoe Wanamaker attends AUDI sponsored performance of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Ballet' at The Royal Opera House on March 10, 2011 Credit: Getty 6 Emma admitted going 38mph in a 30mph zone on July 31 last year, court records show Credit: Getty Her hearing at High Wycombe magistrates' court today came minutes after Zoe, who also featured in Bergerac and Dr Who, drove at 46 miles per hour in a section of the M4 motorway which was under a 40mph speed restriction. She must pay a £660 fine and £364 in costs and surcharges. Her solicitor, Duncan Jones, told the court: 'She's not seeking any special treatment. Advertisement Read more 'She accepts she will be disqualified from driving.' District Judge Arvind Sharma said: 'Ms Wanamaker is disqualified as of today for six months.' The fine must be paid within 28 days. Ms Wanamaker played flying broom instructor Madam Rolanda Hooch – who featured in the JK Rowling-inspired series' first film. Advertisement Most read in Showbiz The actress featured in 114 episodes of the BBC sitcom My Family as Susan Harper, alongside Kris Marshall. Her sentencing came only moments after Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger in the Hogwarts film franchise, was given the exact same penalty for speeding in her £30,000 Audi S3. It comes after the actress, 35, did not attend a short hearing at High Wycombe magistrates' court this morning but accepted a £1,000 fine. We first revealed how the actress had requested the hearing after Advertisement The court heard today how Watson had three previous offences on her record with a total of nine points. She triggered the flash late at night on July 31 last year on the busy Banbury Road in Oxford. Watson had been The three added points mean she is now banned from driving until January next year after totting up too many tickets. Advertisement Prosecutor Adrian Wilson said: 'The offence occurred at 22.44 on the 31st July 2024. 'There was a recorded speed of 38 miles per hour. 'Ms Watson had nine points on her licence for three previous speeding offences on 8/10/23, 26/11/23 and 29/1/24.' The star's lawyer, Mark Haslam, said the Hollywood star, said to be worth £60million, was not earning a salary but was 'in a position to pay' the fine. Advertisement He added the film star would not try and mitigate the fine despite her applying for a sentencing hearing. 6 Harry Potter actress Zoe Wanamaker has been disqualified from driving Credit: Getty - Contributor 6 Emma Watson, 35, was handed an identical sentence for the same driving offence Credit: Getty


Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
2nd Harry Potter star BANNED from driving minutes after Emma Watson had her licence pulled for 4th offence in 2 years
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HARRY Potter actress Zoe Wanamaker has been disqualified from driving – minutes after her co-star Emma Watson got the same sentence. The 77-year-old, who featured in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, totted up 12 points on her licence after being flashed by speed cameras four times in 11 months. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Zoe Wannamaker as Madame Hooch in Harry Potter, 2001 Credit: Alamy 6 Zoe Wanamaker, who featured in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, totted up 12 points on her licence Credit: Warner Bros 6 Zoe Wanamaker attends AUDI sponsored performance of 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Ballet' at The Royal Opera House on March 10, 2011 Credit: Getty 6 Emma admitted going 38mph in a 30mph zone on July 31 last year, court records show Credit: Getty Her hearing at High Wycombe magistrates' court today came minutes after Emma Watson, 35, was handed an identical sentence for the same driving offence. Zoe, who also featured in Bergerac and Dr Who, drove at 46 miles per hour in a section of the M4 motorway which was under a 40mph speed restriction. She must pay a £660 fine and £364 in costs and surcharges. Her solicitor, Duncan Jones, told the court: 'She's not seeking any special treatment. 'She accepts she will be disqualified from driving.' District Judge Arvind Sharma said: 'Ms Wanamaker is disqualified as of today for six months.' The fine must be paid within 28 days. Ms Wanamaker played flying broom instructor Madam Rolanda Hooch – who featured in the JK Rowling-inspired series' first film. The actress featured in 114 episodes of the BBC sitcom My Family as Susan Harper, alongside Kris Marshall. Her sentencing came only moments after Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger in the Hogwarts film franchise, was given the exact same penalty for speeding in her £30,000 Audi S3. It comes after the Hermione Granger actress, 35, did not attend a short hearing at High Wycombe magistrates' court this morning but accepted a £1,000 fine. We first revealed how the actress had requested the hearing after speeding through a 30-mile-per-hour automatic camera in her £30,000 Audi S3 at 38 mph. The court heard today how Watson had three previous offences on her record with a total of nine points. She triggered the flash late at night on July 31 last year on the busy Banbury Road in Oxford. Watson had been studying creative writing at the city's university. The three added points mean she is now banned from driving until January next year after totting up too many tickets. Prosecutor Adrian Wilson said: 'The offence occurred at 22.44 on the 31st July 2024. 'There was a recorded speed of 38 miles per hour. 'Ms Watson had nine points on her licence for three previous speeding offences on 8/10/23, 26/11/23 and 29/1/24.' The star's lawyer, Mark Haslam, said the Hollywood star, said to be worth £60million, was not earning a salary but was 'in a position to pay' the fine. He added the film star would not try and mitigate the fine despite her applying for a sentencing hearing. 6 Harry Potter actress Zoe Wanamaker has been disqualified from driving Credit: Getty - Contributor