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Will Theakston

b. 1984

British actor

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About Will Theakston

Born 1984. Will Theakston is a British film actor and television actor.

William Theakston (born 4 October 1984) is an English former actor who appeared in the first Harry Potter film. He played the role of the Slytherin Terrance Higgs, the seeker of the Slytherin Quidditch team. He attended Latymer Upper School.

He has also appeared in two children's TV series: CBBC's The Ghost Hunter and CITV's Sir Gadabout: The Worst Knight in the Land. In Ghost Hunter he played the character of Roddy, one of the main characters. Roddy and his sister Tessa make friends with the ghost of a Victorian shoe-shine boy who is being hunted by the sinister Ghost Hunter. In Sir Gadabout he played the character of Will, a more minor character who is the friend of the princess in the series. This programme was loosely based on the stories of King Arthur.

Partial filmography Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) - Terence Higgs

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Important facts

Born
4 October 1984, United Kingdom
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Film actor, television actor
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
Latymer Upper School
Also known as
William Theakston

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Will Theakston?

British actor

When was Will Theakston born?

Will Theakston was born on 4 October 1984 in United Kingdom.

What is Will Theakston's occupation?

Will Theakston is a film actor and television actor.

What nationality is Will Theakston?

Will Theakston is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Will Theakston

· Wikidata: Q8003151

· DBpedia: Will Theakston

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