‘Harry Potter’ star Miriam Margolyes, 82, poses nude for British Vogue
Actress Miriam Margolyes, best known for her role as Professor Pomona Sprout in the Harry Potter film series, is one of three cover stars of British Vogue’s Pride Issue. The 82-year-old, who came out as a lesbian in 1966, shared intimate details about her life with the magazine, including a nude cover shoot featuring several striking shots. Margolyes posed in a range of outfits, including one where she sat at a table donning nothing but a pearl necklace and pearl stud earrings as pieces of orange and walnut cake covered her breasts.
In an interview with Vogue, Margolyes said that while she struggled with the notion of conforming to societal expectations of beauty, she ultimately made the best of what she has: “I hate big tits [and I have] a drooping belly, little twisted legs. I’m not thrilled with that. But you just make the best of it.” Margolyes, who currently resides in London, has been with her partner for 54 years.
But despite her illustrious career, which includes stints in period dramas like The Age of Innocence and Blackadder, and a host of iconic roles on stage and screen, Margolyes confessed that her role in Harry Potter “doesn’t mean as much to me as it does to them.” She said that while she was glad to have the part, she finds the adoration of the fans to be truly dazzling.
FAQs
Who is Miriam Margolyes?
Miriam Margolyes is an actress best known for her role as Professor Pomona Sprout in the Harry Potter film series. She has also acted in shows such as Blackadder and Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries.
When did Margolyes come out as a lesbian?
Margolyes publicly came out as a lesbian in 1966.
Who were the other two cover stars for British Vogue’s Pride Issue?
The other two cover stars were singers Janelle Monáe and Rina Sawayama.
How long has Margolyes been with her partner?
Margolyes has been with her partner for 54 years.
What did Margolyes say about her role in Harry Potter?
Margolyes said that while she was glad to have the part, she doesn’t consider it to be one of her more significant roles. However, she finds the adoration from fans to be truly dazzling.
82-Year-Old Miriam Margolyes, Star of ‘Harry Potter,’ Bares All for British Vogue Photoshoot
British Vogue’s latest Pride issue has featured “Harry Potter” actress Miriam Margolyes, aged 82, in a daring and revealing nude photo shoot. As well as sitting proudly wearing a pearl necklace and earrings, Margolyes was also styled in several other outfits, with plenty of accessories, as she posed within a white room. Although Margolyes has admitted to hating her body, she was keen to demonstrate that she could still feel sexy while enjoying cake as it covered her chest. The actress, who plays Professor Pomona Sprout in the “Harry Potter” franchise, was featured as one of three cover stars for the magazine, along with Rina Sawayama and Janelle Monáe. Margolyes spoke openly with British Vogue about her sexuality, having come out as gay in 1966, and her current partner Heather, whom she met on the set of a BBC radio drama.