Rupert Alexander Lloyd Grint, an English actor born on August 24, 1988, gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Ron Weasley in the iconic Harry Potter film series.
At the tender age of eleven, Grint was cast as Weasley, having previously limited his acting experience to school plays and local theatre performances. Since then, he has continued to hone his craft across various mediums, including film, television, and theatre.
Prior to the Harry Potter franchise, Grint began working on independent projects in 2002, taking on a co-leading role in the comedy film Thunderpants. His subsequent roles in Driving Lessons, a dramedy released in 2006, and Cherrybomb, a limited-release drama film in 2010, showcased his versatility as an actor.
Grint has also shared the screen with renowned actors Bill Nighy and Emily Blunt in the comedy Wild Target. His first film project post-Harry Potter was a supporting role in the 2012 anti-war film Into the White. In 2013, his film CBGB was released, and he landed a role in CBS's new show Super Clyde.
Making his stage debut in Jez Butterworth's Mojo in October 2013 at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London, Grint proved his mettle on the stage. In 2014, he lent his voice to the character of Josh in Postman Pat: The Movie. From 2017 to 2018, he executive-produced and starred in the television series Snatch, based on the film of the same name.
Since 2019, Grint has taken on the lead role in the Apple TV+ psychological horror series Servant, further solidifying his reputation as a talented and diverse actor.
