"I do look a bit different because Dudley was a very piggish character and about three years ago I lost quite a considerable amount of weight. It means that I can lead a normal life without the baggage of people running after me and shouting things at me"
- Harry Melling
About this Quote
In this quote, Harry Melling, the star who played Dudley Dursley in the Harry Potter movies, is discussing his physical look and how it has actually changed throughout the years. He describes that his character, Dudley, was represented as a really overweight and selfish individual, however in reality, Melling has lost a significant quantity of weight. This improvement has enabled him to live a more typical life without the consistent attention and unfavorable remarks from fans. Melling is grateful for this change as it has released him from the concern of being recognized and evaluated exclusively based upon his appearance.
"Life is life - whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man's own advantage"