Ciaran Hinds in "Harry Potter"

Ciaran Hinds is an Irish actor who plays the role of Professor Dumbledore's brother in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2". He is well-known for his versatility, often times choosing roles that are gutsy, risky and brilliant. Ciaran replaces Jim McManus in the Harry Potter film as Professor Dumbledore's brother, Aberforth.

Ciaran as Aberforth Dumbledore

Known to take on various types of roles, Ciaran does it again by portraying Albus Dumbledore's brother Aberforth Dumbledore in the second part of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows". The Harry Potter movie series breaks box office records, gaining immense popularity all over the globe. Ciaran joins the cast and crew for "Deathly Hallows Part 2" and unsurprisingly nails the role. He is recognized for notable films such as "The Phantom of the Opera", "There Will Be Blood", "Soldier", "Munich" and more. Talented and daring, Ciaran takes on his role with help from the film's director as well as Harry Potter's three main stars, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint, who play Hermione, Harry and Ron. Ciaran states that he gained much ease and comfort from the movie's three young experts who have played a part in the series for so long. Although he mentions feeling nervous and a bit apprehensive at times, everything turns out in the end.

Ciaran Hines takes on the role as Dumbledore's brother, Aberforth, rather well. The movie, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2", remains a success along with the rest of the films in the popular fictional series.