“I wouldn’t mind saying her name”: Forget Emma Watson, None of Daniel Radcliffe’s Celebrity Crushes are Even in Harry Potter

"I wouldn't mind saying her name": Forget Emma Watson, None of Daniel Radcliffe's Celebrity Crushes are Even in Harry Potter
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Only a few muggles would know that the wizarding wonder, Daniel Radcliffe of Harry Potter fame, wasn’t quite charmed by the girls his age. He had his sights set on some dazzling Hollywood divas. Love potions were nothing compared to the spell these starlets cast on the beloved wizard! Contrary to what many assumed, despite spending their entire childhood together on the set, Emma Watson and Radcliffe never felt any romantic sparks for each other. Instead, their connection was more like that of siblings, much like their on-screen characters.

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During his appearance on the British radio show Capital Breakfast, the actor unveiled some of the lifelong crushes he has harbored for various individuals throughout the years.

Daniel Radcliffe
Daniel Radcliffe

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Daniel Radcliffe’s Top Three Celebrity Crushes of All Time

Daniel Radcliffe, in a revelation that caught everyone off guard, spilled the beans on all his celebrity crushes, proving that they were quite different from what people had anticipated. While promoting The Lost City, last year the actor was dared to answer all his questions with honesty or else one of his fans would have to suffer. Thus, with stakes this high, Radcliffe took on the challenge, and to everyone’s surprise, he delivered. When asked about his lifelong crushes, the actor brought out his list which isn’t quite long but is filled with names of gorgeous Hollywood divas. He revealed,

“Cameron Diaz is still very high on the list. Drew Barrymore is there, Juno Temple! I’ve worked with her, she’s gorgeous, and I wouldn’t mind saying her name.”

Daniel Radcliffe and Juno Temple
Daniel Radcliffe and Juno Temple

Although a bit old school, the reasons for the young lad’s infatuation with these ladies are crystal clear. Their undeniable charm and beauty continue to cast a mesmerizing spell on all who behold them, and Radcliffe was no exception. While none of his crushes from the aforementioned was in the wizarding world, there was one person from the Harry Potter world who captured his young heart, and he couldn’t help but fall in love.

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Daniel Radcliffe’s Only Celebrity Crush From the Harry Potter Film Franchise

The character Harry Potter on screen ended up with Ginny Weasley, while people debated the actor who played it, Daniel Radcliffe’s involvement with Emma Watson. But little did they know, they were very far off. As it was Helena Bonham Carter, whom he crushed hard on. The fact was revealed many years after the franchise concluded, during its 20th-anniversary celebration. While preparing for the 20th anniversary of the Harry Potter movies, Helen Carter, who portrayed the sinister Bellatrix Lestrange, stumbled upon a delightful surprise.

Daniel Radcliffe and Helena Bonham Carter in Return to Hogwarts
Daniel Radcliffe and Helena Bonham Carter in Return to Hogwarts

She discovered an old letter that the young Radcliffe had written to her years ago, in response to her request for his autograph. It said,

“Dear HBC, it was a pleasure being your costar and coaster, in the sense that I always ended up holding your coffee,–I do love you and I just wish I’d been born 10 years earlier. I might’ve been in with a chance. Lots of love and thanks for being cool.”

The heartfelt note since then won the internet over. Daniel Radcliffe indeed had an immaculate taste.

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Source:  Capital Breakfast show (via People)

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Sampurna Banerjee, an ardent enthusiast of pop culture and movies, pours her passion into her role as a writer for FandomWire. With a penchant for Marvel, DC, and sitcoms, she has contributed over 400 articles, staying up-to-date to the entertainment industry's latest buzz. Moreover, she's penned over 300 articles for Animated Times and shared her work across several Instagram pages. Currently she is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Calcutta University.