Bonnie Wright Reveals Past Engagement to Stranger Things Star

Fans of both the Harry Potter and Stranger Things franchises are buzzing with surprise after learning about the former engagement between Bonnie Wright, who played Ginny Weasley, and Jamie Campbell Bower, known for his role as Vecna in the hit Netflix series. The revelation has sparked conversations across social media, as many enthusiasts were unaware of the couple’s history.

Bonnie Wright, now 34, is best remembered for her decade-long portrayal of Ginny Weasley, beginning with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in 2001 and concluding with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 in 2011. Beyond the wizarding world, she has appeared in several independent films, including Before I Sleep, The Sea, and After the Dark. In 2022, Wright married her long-time partner, Andrew Lococo, and the couple welcomed their first child, a baby boy, in September 2023.

The connection between Wright and Bower dates back to their meeting in 2010 on the set of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1. Bower portrayed the young Gellert Grindelwald, and their romance developed shortly thereafter. By April 2011, rumors of their engagement surfaced, which the pair confirmed. Bower expressed his happiness to the Daily at the time, saying, “I am engaged. I’m very happy. It’s a wonderful, wonderful time.”

Despite the initial excitement, the relationship ended by June 2012. Following their split, Bower became associated with Lily Collins, a star of Emily in Paris, with whom he had an on-and-off relationship until 2018. Recently, speculation surrounding Bower’s romantic life has reignited, with rumors linking him to YouTuber Elena Taber as of April 2025.

The revelation about Wright and Bower’s past has caught many fans off guard. One Twitter user humorously noted, “Learning that Ginny dated Vecna was not in my 2025 to-do list,” while another remarked, “BRUH, Vecna with Ginny?” Such reactions highlight the unexpected overlap between two iconic series, leaving many to marvel at this surprising connection.

As the news circulates, it coincides with the announcement of new cast members for the upcoming HBO television adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved Harry Potter series. Stars including Hugh Laurie, Matthew Macfadyen, Keira Knightley, and Riz Ahmed have been added to the ensemble, generating additional excitement among fans.

For those looking to relive the magic, all eight Harry Potter films and four seasons of Stranger Things are currently available for streaming on Netflix. As fans celebrate this newfound connection between Wright and Bower, the universes of Harry Potter and Stranger Things continue to captivate audiences around the world.