Ed Power

Daniel Radcliffe has avoided the typical pitfalls of child stardom by deliberately pursuing unusual and demanding roles after the Harry Potter films. He identifies the 2007 West End production of Equus as the turning point in his development, while his openness about alcohol misuse and subsequent sobriety illustrates the personal pressures he faced during Potter mania. Since then, he has embraced unconventional projects including Horns, Swiss Army Man, Guns Akimbo and Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, as well as challenging theatre and television work. His second Tony nomination for Every Brilliant Thing, following his 2024 win for Merrily We Roll Along, confirms his transition from child celebrity to respected, versatile adult performer.