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The 35-year-old actress, currently a master's student, was caught driving 38mph in a 30mph zone, leading to a court summons.
Emma Watson, renowned for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter franchise, has been banned from driving for six months due to a speeding offense. The incident occurred on July 31 last year, where she was recorded driving 38mph in a 30mph zone in Oxford. In court, it was revealed that Watson already had nine points on her driving license prior to this incident. As a result, she was fined a total of £1,044 during a brief hearing at High Wycombe Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, although she did not personally attend the proceedings. Currently 35 years old, Watson is pursuing a master's degree in creative writing at the University of Oxford, a program she commenced in 2023. She first gained fame in 2001 with the release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and has since appeared in several films, including Beauty and the Beast and Little Women. In related news, another Harry Potter actress, Zoe Wanamaker, also faced penalties for speeding on the same day as Watson. The 76-year-old, known for her role as Madam Hooch, was cited for driving at 46mph in a 40mph limit. She was similarly fined £1,044 and received a six-month driving ban, accumulating nine points on her license as well.As both actresses navigate the legal consequences of their driving offenses, a new TV adaptation of the Harry Potter series is currently in production, featuring a fresh cast and promising to offer another look at the beloved wizarding world.
