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“I must confess I don't own Harry Potter DVDs. My parents do. They have them all. And they like watching them. They've got all their home videos done in HD quality! They love it. But I struggle very much. I'm very self-conscious as an actor, anyway. I don't like watching my own performances, even in this recent one.”

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Matthew Lewis, born on June 27, 1989, is a British actor. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Arthur Weasley in the Harry Potter film series. Lewis has showcased his versatility in film, television, and theater, beginning his acting career in childhood and continuing to achieve success into adulthood. more

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