Daniel Radcliffe reveals ‘shocking’ truth about Harry Potter character
Back to story J.K. Rowling and Harry Potter have the same birthday – July 31.

Publishers suggested that Joanne Rowling use the name “J. K.” to appeal to male readers. She took the “K” from her grandmother's name, Kathleen, since she has no middle name of her own.

The Harry Potter series may never have happened if J.K. Rowling's mother hadn't died. According to the author, writing the books helped her heal.

Michael Jackson once approached Rowling about making a musical based on the books, but she turned it down.

The actress who played Moaning Myrtle is actually 37 years old - the oldest actress to portray a Hogwarts student in the series.