Former Harry Potter star Rupert Grint has been ordered to pay £1.8 million in taxes after losing a legal dispute with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The actor, best known for playing Ron Weasley in the beloved film series, had initially contested the tax bill, arguing that the payment in question should have been taxed as a capital asset rather than as income.
The case revolved around a £4.5 million payment Grint received during the 2011–2012 tax year from a company managing his business, in which he was the sole shareholder. Grint claimed that the payment, which he described as covering “likely residual income and bonuses” from the Harry Potter films, qualified for capital gains tax at a rate of 10%. HMRC contended it should be taxed as income at a significantly higher rate of up to 52%, including income tax and national insurance.
Tribunal judge Harriet Morgan sided with HMRC, ruling that the payment “derived substantially the whole of its value from the activities of Mr. Grint” and should be treated as income. The judge dismissed Grint’s appeal, solidifying the tax liability.
This isn’t the first time Grint has faced tax-related legal troubles. In 2019, he lost another court case involving a £1 million tax refund.
Grint, now 36, gained fame for his role in all eight Harry Potter films, spanning from 2001 to 2011. Since his wizarding days, he has appeared in films such as Into the White and Knock at the Cabin, and has built a strong presence on television and in theater. He has starred in the Apple TV+ psychological thriller Servant for the past four years.
Despite his legal setbacks, Grint remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. This case, however, underscores the complexities of managing finances and taxes, even for celebrities with significant earnings.
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