30 things you probably didn't know about Daniel Radcliffe

Olivia SinghJul 23, 2020, 21:13 IST

Daniel Radcliffe rose to fame for his role as Harry Potter.Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

Daniel Radcliffe gained worldwide recognition thanks to his starring role in the "Harry Potter" franchise.
Even though the actor has shared lots of details about himself over the years, there are some things fans might not be aware of.
For example, Radcliffe is a big fan of Spider-Man, can recite all the elements that make up the periodic table, and once accidentally drank antifreeze.

Daniel Radcliffe became famous worldwide after making his debut as the titular character in the "Harry Potter" franchise in 2001.

With a total of eight "HP" films and numerous interviews, fans have learned a lot about the British actor. But there are some fun facts about Radcliffe that followers might not know about him, from the famous costar who taught him to play a Beatles song to his childhood celebrity crushes.

Here are 30 things you probably didn't know about Radcliffe.

His go-to karaoke song is Eminem's "The Real Slim Shady."

"The Real Slim Shady" appears on Eminem's "The Marshall Mathers LP" album. Jason DeCrow/AP

He wants to get tattoos at some point, but keeps holding off for a practical reason.

Daniel Radcliffe doesn't have any tattoos. Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP

Cameron Diaz was one of Radcliffe's earliest celebrity crushes.

Cameron Diaz has starred in movies like "What Happens in Vegas" and "Charlie's Angels." Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for SiriusXM

His favorite movie of all time is "12 Angry Men."

"12 Angry Men" was released in 1957. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050083/

He's a big fan of ping pong and thinks he'd probably be able to beat "Harry Potter" costar Rupert Grint.

Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint at the premiere of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" in 2011. Evan Agostini/AP

Spider-Man is the superhero Radcliffe most relates to, and he once dressed up as the webslinger at San Diego Comic-Con.

Tom Holland stars as Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Sony

Radcliffe found out that he landed his life-changing role as Harry Potter while taking a bath.

Daniel Radcliffe in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." Warner Bros.

He's often mistaken for "Lord of the Rings" star Elijah Wood.

Daniel Radcliffe said he's been mistaken for Elijah Wood. Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Turner, Eric Charbonneau/Invision for Warner Bros./AP Images

He accidentally drank antifreeze on the set of the 2013 movie "Horns."

Daniel Radcliffe in October 2013. Todd Williamson/Invision for Sony/AP

He met his girlfriend, Erin Darke, on the set of the 2013 movie "Kill Your Darlings."

Daniel Radcliffe and Erin Darke in January 2016. Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Acura

He took two pairs of glasses from the "Harry Potter" movies.

Harry Potter's rounded glasses are iconic. Warner Brothers

He's not on social media, and plans to keep it that way.

Daniel Radcliffe poses for photos with fans in August 2014. Joel Ryan/Invision/AP

George Clooney, Jennifer Lawrence, and Paul Rudd are a few actors he'd love to work with.

Paul Rudd is known for his role as Ant-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

His "party trick" is being able to recite all the elements that make up the periodic table.

Daniel Radcliffe has a unique talent. John Sciulli/Getty Images

He's a big fan of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix," and knows that fans probably would disagree with his pick.

Daniel Radcliffe in "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix." Warner Bros.

Like his onscreen character, Radcliffe says he's a Gryffindor.

Daniel Radcliffe in "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban." Warner Bros. Pictures

He had a shaving mishap right before attending the premiere for "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets."

Daniel Radcliffe at the "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" New York premiere in November 2002 Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

Radcliffe attributes his impressive American accent to shows like "The Simpsons."

"The Simpsons" has been on TV since the late '80s. FOX

Radcliffe has a mild form of dyspraxia, which is a neurological disorder.

The disorder impacts his motor skills. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP

He went through 60 to 70 wands while making the "Harry Potter" movies.

The final "Harry Potter" movie was released in 2011. Warner Bros. Pictures

He's been "obsessed" with wolves since he was a child.

Daniel Radcliffe loves wolves. Dawn Villella/AP Images

"Harry Potter" costar Gary Oldman taught him how to play the bass line of the Beatles' "Come Together."

Gary Oldman played Sirius Black. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Radcliffe agreed to make a cameo in the 2015 movie "Trainwreck" before seeing a script.

Daniel Radcliffe in July 2015. Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP

Radcliffe didn't wear green contacts for his "Harry Potter" role because his eyes had a bad reaction to them.

Daniel Radcliffe in "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." Warner Bros.

He can roll his tongue in unusual ways.

Daniel Radcliffe in 2014. Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP

Radcliffe was pranked by Alan Rickman and Michael Gambon on the set of "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban."

Daniel Radcliffe in "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban." Warner Bros.

Radcliffe quietly published poetry under the name Jacob Gershon, but the secret came out years later.

Daniel Radcliffe in 2011. Stephen Lovekin/ Getty Images

He did some pranking of his own, and Robbie Coltrane (Hagrid) was the victim.

Robbie Coltrane as Hagrid. Warner Bros. Pictures

His "ideal breakfast" would include eggs Benedict.

Daniel Radcliffe is a big fan of eggs Benedict. Matthew Mead/AP

His first AOL username was "dannyboyrad."

Daniel Radcliffe in February 2013. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

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