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John Lithgow Responds to Criticism of His Dumbledore Casting: “I Will Do My Best” • Apr. 19, 2025, 1:23 PM ET (The Hollywood Reporter)
John Lithgow addresses concerns over ‘Harry Potter’ series casting • Apr. 17, 2025, 6:34 AM ET (CNN)
HBO reveals first part of Harry Potter TV cast, including Dumbledore and Hagrid • Apr. 14, 2025, 8:36 AM ET (The Guardian)
John Lithgow wins best actor at the UK stage Olivier Awards for exploring Roald Dahl's dark side • Apr. 10, 2025, 3:10 AM ET (ABC News (U.S.))
John Lithgow wins best actor at the UK stage Olivier Awards for exploring Roald Dahl's dark side • Apr. 6, 2025, 6:10 PM ET (AP)

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Also Known As John Arthur Lithgow
Born October 19, 1945 (age 79) • Rochester • New York
Awards And Honors Tony Awards (2002) • Emmy Award (1999) • Emmy Award (1997) • Emmy Award (1996) • Tony Awards (1973)

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