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Nicholas Hoult Joins ‘Harry Potter’ Season 2 As Gilderoy Lockhart

Nicholas Hoult is joining the second season of the HBO Harry Potter series as Gilderoy Lockhart.

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The role of Gilderoy Lockhart in the upcoming second season of the HBO Harry Potter series has officially gone to Nicholas Hoult. Coverage across outlets including The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Deadline, TheWrap, and People.com confirms the casting decision.

Earlier reports from sources such as Cosmic Book News and ComicBook.com had previously indicated that the actor was in talks or rumored for a major role in the production. While multiple publications detail the casting announcement, specific terms of the agreement and production timelines for the second season are not elaborated upon in the available reports.

Collider notes that the casting replaces Kenneth Branagh's previous portrayal of the character from the film adaptations. Coverage does not yet specify the full episode lineup for the second season or when filming involving the newly announced cast member is scheduled to begin.

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Questions people are asking

What role has Nicholas Hoult been cast in?

Nicholas Hoult has been cast as Gilderoy Lockhart for the second season of the HBO series.

Which outlets reported the casting?

Outlets including The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Deadline, TheWrap, and People.com reported the casting.

Who previously played the character in the film adaptation?

Kenneth Branagh previously played Gilderoy Lockhart in the film adaptation.

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