{"id":222702,"date":"2025-10-24T13:09:12","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T13:09:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/222702\/"},"modified":"2025-10-24T13:09:12","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T13:09:12","slug":"devon-actor-joins-keira-knightly-and-hugh-laurie-in-harry-potter-remake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/222702\/","title":{"rendered":"Devon actor joins Keira Knightly and Hugh Laurie in Harry Potter remake"},"content":{"rendered":"

Millie Gubby has landed the dream role of Luna Lovegood in Audible\u2019s new Harry Potter audio seriesMillie recording audio book<\/p>\n

A young actor has landed the role of a lifetime, joining an all-star cast as Luna Lovegood in a new audio adaptation of the Harry Potter series.<\/p>\n

Millie Gubby, who grew up in Tiverton<\/a>, will voice the fan-favourite character in Audible\u2019s upcoming full-cast retelling of the wizarding world, which features big names including Bill Nighy, Keira Knightley, Hugh Laurie and Ruth Wilson. The first instalment of the series is due for release on Monday, November 4.<\/p>\n

Before being cast as the quirky Ravenclaw student, Millie honed her performance skills in a number of local theatre groups, including the Willow Tree Theatre Company and the Tiverton Amateur Operatic Society. She is also a former pupil of Uffculme School.<\/p>\n

Millie later attended Queen\u2019s College in Taunton, where she quickly became a standout figure within the school\u2019s Performing Arts Department. She took on leading roles in productions such as Les Mis\u00e9rables and Animal Farm , and inspired younger students through her dedication and stage presence.<\/p>\n

Her casting as Luna Lovegood marks a major professional breakthrough, especially as she chose to skip drama school and step directly into the industry after leaving Queen\u2019s in 2024.<\/p>\n

Millie in Les Mes at Queen’s College<\/p>\n

Ian Trafford, head of performing arts at Queen\u2019s College, said: \u201cWe are absolutely thrilled by Millie\u2019s news. She made a bold choice to skip drama school and step straight into the entertainment industry from Queen\u2019s. She is ready to shine, and this Harry Potter role is only the beginning. We are sure even greater things will follow.”<\/p>\n

He added: \u201cMillie is a fantastic ambassador for Performing Arts at Queen\u2019s. We support elite performers and also celebrate inclusive participation in music, dance and drama. Millie stood out as a role model to her peers. Today, she continues to inspire our community and show what is possible.\u201d<\/p>\n

The new Harry Potter series is described as a dynamic reimagining of J.K. Rowling\u2019s iconic books, with narration brought to life by an ensemble cast of respected British actors. According to Audible, the adaptation offers a modern way to experience the world of Hogwarts and its magical characters.<\/p>\n

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