Introduction
James and Oliver Phelps are British actors who rose to fame for their portrayal of the Weasley twins in the Harry Potter film series. Since then, they have continued to work in the film industry and have also branched out into other areas of entertainment. In this blog post, we will explore their acting careers and personal lives, from their early days as young actors to their current roles as family men.
Early Acting Career
James Phelps
James Phelps was born on February 25, 1986, in Birmingham, England. He and his twin brother Oliver were both interested in acting from a young age, and they attended drama school together. James made his acting debut in 2001, when he was cast as Fred Weasley in the first Harry Potter film. He went on to reprise his role in all eight films in the series, becoming a beloved character among Harry Potter fans.
Oliver Phelps
Oliver Phelps was born on February 25, 1986, in Birmingham, England, along with his twin brother James. Like James, he attended drama school and made his acting debut in the first Harry Potter film as George Weasley. He also appeared in all eight films in the series, gaining a loyal fan base along the way.
Post-Harry Potter Career
James Phelps
After the Harry Potter films ended, James continued to work in the film industry. He appeared in the 2012 film “The Rise of the Krays” and the 2015 film “Own Worst Enemy.” He also made appearances on TV shows such as “Kingdom” and “Casualty.” In addition to acting, James is also a keen sports fan and has participated in various charity events and celebrity football matches.
Oliver Phelps
Like his brother, Oliver continued to work in the film industry after the Harry Potter films ended. He appeared in the 2013 film “The Turn” and the 2014 film “In the Heart of the Sea.” He also made appearances on TV shows such as “Sinbad” and “Siblings.” In addition to acting, Oliver is also a passionate sports fan and has participated in charity events and celebrity football matches.
Personal Life
James Phelps
James is a private person when it comes to his personal life, but he has been in a long-term relationship with girlfriend Annika Ostle since 2014. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Arthur, in October 2019. James and Annika have also been involved in various charitable causes, including the Teenage Cancer Trust and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Oliver Phelps
Oliver is married to wife Katy Humpage, whom he met while working on the Harry Potter films. The couple tied the knot in 2016 and welcomed their first child, a daughter named Willow, in February 2020. Oliver is also an avid user of social media and can be found on Twitter and Instagram, where he shares updates on his personal life and career.
Conclusion
James and Oliver Phelps have come a long way since their early days as young actors in Birmingham. They have both had successful acting careers and have become beloved figures in the entertainment industry. They have also embraced their roles as family men, with James becoming a father in 2019 and Oliver welcoming his first child in 2020. We look forward to seeing what the future holds for these talented and dedicated actors.
