16 little-known facts about the Weasley family that 'Harry Potter' fans may not know

Stephanie AsheNov 1, 2020, 22:24 IST

The Weasley family is featured throughout the "Harry Potter" series.Warner Bros.

The Weasley family is featured throughout "Harry Potter," but with so many members, it's easy to lose track of these fun facts.
Fans may not remember that both of Molly's brothers were killed in the First Wizarding War, or that Arthur is related to the Blacks.
Their surname holds a special meaning, and some of the family members' first names are from Arthurian legend.
Bill Weasley was played by two different actors in the films, and Charlie was essentially left out of the movies.

As Harry Potter's best friend, Ron Weasley played a major role in the famous book and film series, and the rest of the Weasleys were like family to Harry.

Before using her platform to spread transphobic messages, the series' controversial author, JK Rowling, was known to use Twitter, interviews, and the official Wizarding World website to expand the "Harry Potter" canon beyond the seven books.

With this information and the original series in mind, read on for some facts about the Weasleys that even the biggest "Harry Potter" fans might not know.

Warning: This slideshow contains spoilers for the "Harry Potter" series.

Some of the Weasleys' first names came from Arthurian legend.

Bonnie Wright as Ginny Weasley. Warner Bros.

The name Weasley is also significant.

Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley. Warner Bros

They lived near the Lovegoods.

The trio visits the Lovegoods' house in the seventh book. Warner Bros.

Both of Molly's brothers were murdered by Death Eaters.

Julie Walters as Molly Weasley. Warner Brothers

Arthur is related to the Black family.

Harry Potter and Sirius Black in front of the Black family tapestry. Warner Bros.

Originally, more than one Weasley was going to die in the series.

Arthur Weasley wasn't supposed to make it to the end of the series. Warner Brothers

The form of Molly's boggart changed slightly over time.

Molly Weasley was afraid of losing her children. Warner Bros.

Bill and Fleur's relationship started at Gringotts, and not everyone supported it.

Clémence Poésy and Domhnall Gleeson in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1." Warner Bros.

Victoire Weasley, Bill and Fleur's eldest daughter, was the last character introduced in the series.

Bill and Fleur had three children. Warner Bros.

Bill was portrayed by two different actors in the movies.

Richard Fish and Domhnall Gleeson both played Bill Weasley in the films. Warner Bros.

The description of Bill looking like Mad-Eye Moody after his attack is even more poignant in the movies.

Bill is the one who announces Moody's death to the rest of the Order of the Phoenix. Warner Bros.

Charlie was the only surviving Weasley sibling who didn't get married.

Charlie only appears in a photo in one of the movies. Warner Bros.

Percy should have been wearing glasses in the films.

Chris Rankin as Percy Weasley. Warner Bros.

Fred and George's birthday is April Fool's Day.

James and Oliver Phelps played Fred and George Weasley. Warner Bros.

Ron retired from the Ministry of Magic after two years to work with his brother.

Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley. Warner Brothers

Ginny went on to work at The Daily Prophet.

Bonnie Wright played Ginny Weasley in the "Harry Potter" films. Warner Bros. Pictures

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