John Lithgow rocks full beard as Dumbledore in first set photos from HBO ‘Harry Potter’ adaptation

John Lithgow rocks full beard as Dumbledore in first set photos from HBO ‘Harry Potter’ adaptation

There’s no need for a revelio spell here. John Lithgow has fully stepped into his role as Professor Albus Dumbledore on set of the upcoming HBO “Harry Potter” television series. On Tuesday, the actor, 79, was spotted filming the show while sporting a long, white beard, and an oversized robe. John Lithgow as the new Professor Dumbledore. Dean … Read more

John Lithgow responds to J.K. Rowling backlash after joining ‘Harry Potter’ series: ‘Why is this a factor?’

John Lithgow responds to J.K. Rowling backlash after joining ‘Harry Potter’ series: ‘Why is this a factor?’

John Lithgow isn’t being intimidated by “Harry Potter” fans. The actor, 79, did an interview with The Times of London published Sunday where he addressed the backlash he’s gotten for joining HBO’s “Harry Potter” TV series because of J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans controversies. Lithgow said he “absolutely” didn’t expect to get so much hate from the … Read more

Cancer survivor John Lithgow says he’s comfortable with his demise after friend’s death: ‘I just know it’s coming’

Cancer survivor John Lithgow says he’s comfortable with his demise after friend’s death: ‘I just know it’s coming’

We only get so long on the third rock from the sun. John Lithgow has a new outlook on death following the passing of his close friend. The “Conclave” actor, 79, who has survived three bouts of cancer, said recently that he became more comfortable with his eventual demise after his friend and colleague Doug … Read more