Social Media Roundup Special: 20 Years of Harry

by · June 26, 2017

It’s an emotional day for us all here, with celebrations for the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone taking place not only in the UK but also around the world. There are lots of memories and emotions flying about, and many people took to social media to express their feelings and share their favorite memories. Here are some of the highlights.

 

Of course, where would we all be today without this remarkable woman?

 

 

And without his publisher, Harry would never have reached us.

 

 

Around the world, fans have been sharing what Harry means to them.

 

 

 

 

The Harry Potter film cast jumped in to share their thoughts too.

 

 

 

 

The Harry Potter and the Cursed Child cast was also celebrating.

 

 

 

 

 

 

We were also treated to some social media goodies – including a special hashtag:

 

 

 

Top tip: This also works if you type in the names of the four Houses!

Bloomsbury, Harry’s British publisher, celebrated with hundreds of delicious-looking Potter House–themed cakes!

 

 

The result of the poll to find readers’ favorite character was also revealed.

 

 

Harry was everywhere – even train stations.

 

 

No better reason to be late, in our opinion!

Finally, here’s a throwback to the past – with an interview where Jo talks about seeing her book in the shops for the first time.

 

 

 

To be honest, this is all making us rather emotional. So let’s raise some butterbeer to the Boy Who Lived and celebrate where it all started, 20 years ago.

How did you celebrate #HarryPotter20? What are your favorite Potter memories?