Anthony Goldstein was a wizard who was a student in Harry Potter's year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. He was Sorted into Ravenclaw and became friends with fellow Ravenclaws Terry Boot and Michael Corner.
Biography
Hogwarts years
Early years
Anthony Goldstein started his education at Hogwarts in 1991. During the Welcoming Feast Anthony was sorted into the Ravenclaw house, head of house was Filius Flitwick. He became friends with fellow Ravenclaws Michael Corner and Terry Boot during his first year and would share a dorm with the boys.
Fifth year
In his fifth year, Anthony became a prefect along with Padma Patil. During his fifth year, Anthony would become a member of Dumbledore's Army, an organisation against Dolores Umbridge and the Ministry's increased control over the running of Hogwarts. He attended several of the meetings. Anthony did not fight in the Battle of the Astronomy Tower when the D.A. members were called to arms.[1]
Seventh year and Battle of Hogwarts
In his final year, he was part of the revived D.A., meaning he was allowed access to Hogwarts whilst under the regime of Severus Snape, indicating him to be of half or pure blood. Anthony fought in the Battle of Hogwarts, and was not mentioned amongst the casualties.
Later life
It is presumed he survived the battle and the Second Wizarding War.[2]
Etymology
Anthony was an Egyptian ascetic monk considered to be the founder of Christian monasticism. Goldstein is a relatively common Jewish surname, which is a possible indication of Jewish heritage.
Behind the scenes
- Anthony was initially a Hufflepuff on the student list shown by J. K. Rowling on Harry Potter and Me.
- Anthony is voiced by Tom Weatley in the video game adaptation of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
Appearances
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (First appearance)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (film) (Name appears on parchment) (Possible appearance)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (video game)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 (DS and PSP versions only)
- LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 (Consoles and Windows versions)
- Pottermore (Mentioned only)
Notes and references