It’s been over a decade since the final Harry Potter film, Deathly Hallows Part 2, hit cinemas in 2011. Since then, the cast has gone on to pursue various projects in film, TV, and theatre. While some have maintained a strong presence in the limelight, others have taken a more unexpected path.
One former Harry Potter actor, in particular, has undergone a significant transformation, abandoning their acting career and facing legal troubles. The once-familiar face is now almost unrecognizable.
The former actor’s Cameo page offers video messages for £160 each – their average length is one minute and 47 seconds
Jamie now, aged 34, charges £160 for a cameo appearance and has not bagged any new acting roles
Jamie Waylett, who played Vincent Crabbe in the Harry Potter franchise, has undergone a dramatic transformation since his days as a child star. At 34, he has abandoned his acting career and faced legal troubles, including a prison sentence.
Waylett’s character, Vincent Crabbe, was one of Draco Malfoy’s loyal sidekicks, alongside Gregory Goyle. He was a part of Slytherin house and appeared in six out of the eight films that spanned across 10 years.
However, Waylett’s personal life took a tumultuous turn when he was arrested in 2009 for growing marijuana in his family home. He pleaded guilty to the possession of cannabis and a knife and was ordered to do 120 hours of unpaid work.
Waylett’s character Vincent Crabbe (second from the right) was part of Slytherin house and was present for six out of the eight films that spanned across 10 years
Jamie Waylett, now 33, played Vincent Crabbe in the Harry Potter saga (pictured at court in 2011)
Later, in 2012, Waylett was arrested again for his involvement in the London riots the previous year. He was sentenced to two years in prison.
After serving his sentence, Waylett never returned to acting. Instead, he has recently appeared on the personalized video website Cameo, offering video messages for £160 each.
Fans were shocked to see the dramatic change in Waylett’s appearance, with facial hair and a face tattoo of stars across his eyebrow.
Waylett never returned to the world of acting and has recently appeared on the personalised video website Cameo
His co-star Tom Felton has also taken to Cameo, however, he charges a whopping £485 per personalised clip
In a recent clip advertising his Cameo service, Waylett said, ‘What’s going on people, it’s your boy Jamie Waylett, I played Vincent Crabbe in the Harry Potter movies one to six.’
‘I’m very very excited to have the opportunity to be able to give people and the loved ones in your life that you care about, a special message. I look forward to hearing from you. Slytherin for life.’
All of the previous fan videos the actor has recorded are available on his page.
His co-star Tom Felton has also taken to Cameo, offering personalised clips for a staggering £485 each.