Harry Potter fans are discovering a surprising connection involving Bonnie Wright, known for her role as Ginny Weasley in the magical film series, and a prominent actor from Stranger Things. Wright, 34, captivated audiences for ten years, starting her screen journey in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in 2001 and concluding with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 in 2011.
In 2022, Wright tied the knot with her longtime partner Andrew Lococo and welcomed their first child, a son, in September 2023. However, fans were taken aback to learn that she was previously engaged to Jamie Campbell Bower, who played Vecna in Netflix’s Stranger Things.
Their relationship began in 2010 during the filming of The Deathly Hallows Part 1, where Bower portrayed a young Gellert Grindelwald. Despite confirming their engagement in April of the following year, the couple parted ways in June 2012. Bower went on to be romantically linked with Lily Collins and currently with YouTuber Elena Taber.
The unexpected connection between Ginny and Vecna has sparked reactions on social media, with fans expressing their surprise. The revelation of their past engagement coincides with the announcement of new cast members for HBO’s upcoming television adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series.
Notably, Hugh Laurie, Matthew Macfadyen, Keira Knightley, and Riz Ahmed are the latest additions to the magical franchise. Both the Harry Potter films and Stranger Things series are currently accessible on Netflix, providing fans with ample content to enjoy.