Matthew Lewis’s Transformation in the “Harry Potter” Films
In the realm of glow-ups, few transformations rival that of Matthew Lewis, known for his role as Neville Longbottom in the “Harry Potter” films. His journey from awkward teenager to heartthrob has become legendary, inspiring the term “long-bottomed” for dramatic physical transformations. Surprisingly, Lewis’s transformation occurred before his character’s, necessitating the use of a fat suit to maintain Neville’s awkward appearance.
During his teenage years, Lewis grappled with the challenges of wearing the fat suit while portraying Neville. In an interview with People magazine, he candidly shared the discomfort of navigating puberty while concealed in the suit, stating, “Being 15 years old in the middle of puberty, having to wear a fat suit… I’ve got this fat suit on every day. No one knows I’m wearing this damn thing. They all just think I’m fat.”
