Who Is Daniel Radcliffe? Age, Biography and Wiki
Daniel Radcliffe was born on July 23, 1989, making him 36 years old as of 2025. He rose to fame as a child actor, portraying the iconic character Harry Potter in the eponymous film series based on J.K. Rowling's bestselling novels. Born in London, England, he developed an early passion for acting, which eventually led him to become one of the highest-paid actors in the film industry.
For comprehensive details about his career and personal life, visit his Wikipedia page.
| Occupation | Voice Actors |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 23, 1989 |
| Age | 35 Years |
| Birth Place | London, England |
| Horoscope | Cancer |
| Country | England |
Popularity
Daniel Radcliffe's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
As of 2025, Daniel Radcliffe stands at approximately 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) tall and weighs around 148 lbs (67 kg). His athletic build and distinctive features have continued to earn him recognition and admiration. While many speculate about his body measurements, he maintains a fit appearance through a balanced lifestyle.
Radcliffe has expressed his fondness for hip hop music and admitted to having "an obsession with memorising complicated, lyrically intricate and fast songs". On 28 October 2014, he rhymed the 1999 Blackalicious song "Alphabet Aerobics" during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Daniel Radcliffe has kept much of his personal life private, but it is known that he has been in a long-term relationship with actress Erin Darke. The couple met during the filming of the 2013 movie Kill Your Darlings, where they developed a strong bond. Although they haven't publicly announced any plans for marriage, their relationship seems to be going strong.
His Jewish mother, born in South Africa, traces her ancestry to Ashkenazi Jewish immigrants from Germany, Lithuania, Poland, and Russia, and was raised in the English town of Westcliff-on-Sea in Essex. His Northern Irish father was raised in a "very working-class" Protestant family in Banbridge in County Down.
In 2019, he explored both sides of his family history in the BBC genealogy series Who Do You Think You Are? Radcliffe's parents had both acted as children. As a casting agent, his mother was involved in BBC productions including The Inspector Lynley Mysteries.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Daniel Radcliffe's net worth is estimated to be around $110 million. His earnings come from his extensive career in film, theater, and television, as well as various endorsements and production ventures. Notably, Radcliffe's financial success is attributed to his shrewd business investments and continued popularity in the entertainment industry.
Radcliffe was reported to have earned £1 million for the first Harry Potter film, around £15 million for the sixth, and around £39 million for the final two movies combined. In all, he is estimated to have made a total of £75.4 million from the entire franchise.
He appeared on the Sunday Times Rich List in 2006, which estimated his personal fortune to be £14 million, making him one of the richest young people in the UK.
In March 2009, he was ranked at number one on the Forbes "Most Valuable Young Stars" list, and by April The Daily Telegraph measured his net worth at £30 million, making him the 12th richest young person in the UK. Radcliffe was considered to be the richest teenager in England later that year.
In February 2010, he was named the sixth highest-paid Hollywood male star and placed at number five on Forbes' December list of Hollywood's highest-grossing actors with a film revenue of US$780 million, mainly due to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows being released that year. As of 2021, Radcliffe's net worth is estimated at £95 million.
Career, Business and Investments
Following the conclusion of the Harry Potter series, Radcliffe has diversified his career by taking on diverse roles in various genres. He has captivated audiences in projects such as The Woman in Black, Now You See Me 2, and the acclaimed series Miracle Workers. Beyond acting, Daniel has explored opportunities in production, investing in several independent films and raising the profile of emerging talent.
Radcliffe’s passion for the arts extends to charitable endeavors, where he supports various causes, including literacy and LGBTQ+ rights. His commitment to philanthropy further amplifies his presence in the public eye.
Radcliffe branched out to stage acting in 2007, starring in the West End and Broadway productions of Equus. He returned to Broadway in the musical How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (2011), earning a Grammy Award nomination.
His other Broadway roles include Martin McDonagh's drama The Cripple of Inishmaan (2014) and Stephen Sondheim's musical Merrily We Roll Along (2023), the latter of which earned him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical and another Grammy Award nomination.
He also starred in the London revivals of Tom Stoppard's Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (2017) and Samuel Beckett's Endgame (2020).
Social Network
Daniel Radcliffe maintains a relatively low-profile on social media, valuing his privacy. However, he occasionally shares insights into his personal life and career on platforms like Instagram and Twitter. His official accounts include:
- Instagram: @danielradcliffe
- Twitter: @DanielRadcliffe
Radcliffe also expanded his film roles, acting in a variety of genres such as the horror film The Woman in Black (2012), surreal drama Swiss Army Man (2016), thriller Now You See Me 2 (2016), and comedy The Lost City (2022).
He also portrayed Allen Ginsberg in the biopic Kill Your Darlings (2013) and "Weird Al" Yankovic in the musical parody Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022). The latter earned him nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award and a British Academy Television Award.
He also played multiple roles in the anthology comedy series Miracle Workers from 2019 to 2023.
Education
Daniel Radcliffe was educated at the Dragon School, a prestigious preparatory school in Oxford, England. He later attended the City of London School, where he pursued his interests in drama while focusing on his acting career. Despite his early success, Radcliffe has emphasized the importance of education and lifelong learning throughout his career.
In 2008, Radcliffe revealed that he has a mild form of the neurological disorder dyspraxia, which sometimes prevents him from doing simple activities such as writing or tying his shoelaces.
He said, "I was having a hard time at school, in terms of being crap at everything, with no discernible talent." While on the set of the 2013 film Horns, Radcliffe accidentally drank antifreeze, which caused him to become "horrendously ill" for "a disgusting, feverish three days."
