Paul Bettany Addresses Rumors of Playing Voldemort in HBO's Harry Potter Reboot
An actor from the Marvel Cinematic Universe has addressed rumors about his potential involvement in HBO's Harry Potter reboot as Voldemort. Paul Bettany clarified that there have been no official discussions about him taking on the role. Despite being aware of the speculation, Bettany dismissed it as mere rumor and unconfirmed talk.
During an interview with ScreenRant, Bettany mentioned that he is not sure if he could handle more prosthetics in his life, hinting at his reluctance to take on such a role. When the interviewer suggested he would be a perfect fit for Voldemort, Bettany humorously responded, expressing his doubts about facing more prosthetics and joking about AI technology fixing his nose.
Bettany emphasized that no one has approached him about the role, reiterating that the rumors are unfounded. In a previous interview, he also denied any knowledge of being considered for the part, emphasizing his admiration for the Harry Potter franchise and HBO but confirming that he has not been contacted about it. The casting of Voldemort in the upcoming Harry Potter reboot remains a mystery, with Bettany's potential involvement still uncertain.