Emma

Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson is the daughter of British lawyers Jacqueline Luesby (born in Paris) and Chris Watson (born in Paris). When she was five, she relocated from London to Oxfordshire where she studied at The Dragon School. Emma chose to be an actor by the age of six. Over the course of several years she was enrolled in the Oxford branch of Stagecoach Theatre Arts part-time school. She learned to sing, dancing and acting. From the age of 10 the actress took part in as the lead in a number of Stagecoach School plays and productions. Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone, the 2001 film version of J.K. Rowling's bestselling book was cast in 1999. Agents for casting found Emma via her Oxford theatre instructor. After eight consistent auditions producer David Heyman told Emma and fellow applicants Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint that they were cast to play the three main characters Hermione Granger Harry Potter and Ron Weasley. Emma's debut film came with the release of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2002). It was the highest-grossing film of 2001 it set new records for its opening day revenue as well as the opening weekend's earnings. The film was praised by critics who praised the film, and especially the younger actors. The Daily Telegraph, a well-read British publication, has praised Emma for her exceptional performance. Emma was later awarded five prizes in recognition of her work in the film.