Derwent Shimpling (b. 1912) was a wizarding comedian. He once ate an entire Venomous Tentacula on a bet, and, though he survived, his skin was left purple. He is also featured on a Chocolate Frog Card.
Biography
Derwent eating the Venomous Tentacula.
Early life
Shimpling was born during the Gilded Age, in the year 1912.
As a comedian
Shimpling became a famed comedian, very popular for his daring sense of humour.[2] Shimpling was also famous for making bets lightly. Once, he ate an entire Venomous Tentacula on a bet, and, though he survived, his skin was left permanently purple.
Appearances
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (video game) (Appears on a Famous Wizard Card)
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (video game) (Appears on a Famous Wizard Card)
- Wizard of the Month
Notes and references
- ↑ As seen in the real Chocolate Frog Cards released in the U.S.A.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Wizard of the Month at J.K. Rowling's Official Site