Kit Harington, widely recognized for his role as Jon Snow in HBO's "Game of Thrones," is set to portray the flamboyant wizard Gilderoy Lockhart in the upcoming "Harry Potter" television series.
This casting marks Harington's third project with HBO, following his acclaimed performance in "Game of Thrones" and his role in the financial drama "The Industry." The "Harry Potter" series is an adaptation of J.K. Rowling's beloved book saga, with each season expected to cover one of the seven novels.
Kit Harington Cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter Series
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