The Guardian has compiled a list of sixteen British teenagers who are all 16 and who have all achieved marvellous feats in their chosen speciality. They include actors, musicians, poets, scientists, mathematicians, sports stars, soap stars and political figures.
Rupert Grint, who plays Ron Weasley and is 16 is featured in the article.
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He is currently shooting the fourth in the series, Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire. In between Potters, he appeared in Thunderpants with Simon Callow and Stephen Fry, and recently recorded the voice of Peter Pan for a BBC documentary to mark the book's centenary.
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The experts say:
Rupert is remarkably free of ego, according to Harry Potter producer David Heyman: 'Success has not gone to his head. He is a natural comedian, and his future is what he makes of it. There will always be a need for actors of his great instinct and talent.'
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Rupert says:
'I hope to carry on playing Ron and to get the opportunity to do more comedy. I'd also love to play a villain at some point.'
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Being 16: best thing ...:
'I'm a year closer to being able to drive. I've finished school, so don't have any more homework.'
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... and worst thing:
'Shaving. Having to think of smart things to say in interviews like this!'
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My 16th birthday:
'I was filming the latest Harry Potter in Oxford and had a huge cake and BBQ with cast and crew.'
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The Leaky Cauldron.