Harry Potter is a globally popular franchise that has built a loyal fan base through its many films, spin-offs, and prequels. The beloved series, which originally starred Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, and others, is now being adapted into a new HBO series featuring a fresh cast—including actor Nick Frost.
Following the announcement of his casting, Nick shared a photo on Instagram posing with a copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling. He captioned it, “You’re a wizard, Harry!!!” He continued, “Thank you for trusting me with such a loyal, gentle, and courageous half-giant like Rubeus Hagris. Robbie, I promise I won’t let you down.”
Learn more about the actor who is stepping into the role of Hagrid in the upcoming HBO series below.
Nick was born on March 28, 1972, in Dagenham, United Kingdom.
On his birthday in 2025, he posted on Instagram, “Meeting the Rock on my birthday is genuinely the icing on the cake! What a day! Thanks for all the nice vibes. Sun came out. I feel great. (And Grateful!) Peace and Love.”
According to his IMDb page, Nick has appeared in Black Cab, Get Away, Monster Family 2, and more.
