6 facts about
Helena Bonham Carter

Helena Bonham Carter is undoubtedly one of the most well-known actresses from Great Britain. In 1985, she played her first role in A Room with a View, which marked the beginning of a remarkable career in which she took on many memorable roles. For Harry Potter fans, however, she is best known as Bellatrix Lestrange, a dark witch and devoted follower of the Dark Lord, Lord Voldemort.

In this blog, you’ll learn more about the woman who captured the hearts of many fans with her powerful portrayal of Bellatrix Lestrange.

Fact 1: Helena Bonham Carter is one of the most famous British actresses

Throughout her career, Helena has played many roles. Some of her most well-known films include:

• Hamlet (1990)
• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
• Corpse Bride (2005)
• Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007)
• Alice in Wonderland (2010)

Fact 2: Helena Bonham Carter has won more than 35 film awards throughout her career

Helena has made a strong impression not only in Harry Potter but across her entire career. She has won more than 35 awards. Some examples include:

• Best Cast – Motion Picture for her role in Les Misérables
• Voice Actress for her role in Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit
• Supporting Actress of the Year for her role in The King's Speech
• Best British Actress for her role in Fight Club

She also won multiple awards for her role as Bellatrix Lestrange:

• Scream Award for her role in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
• MTV Movie & TV Award for her role in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
• People’s Choice Award for her role in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2

Fact 3: Helena Bonham Carter was married to Tim Burton

Helena Bonham Carter is well known for playing villainous characters. Perhaps that is why she was such a good match with Tim Burton, an American director and producer. Together, the couple worked on seven films, including:

• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, in which Helena played Mrs. Bucket
• Corpse Bride, in which she voiced Emily
• Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, in which she played Mrs. Lovett
• Alice in Wonderland, in which she portrayed the Red Queen
• Dark Shadows, in which she played Dr. Julia Hoffman

Fact 4: Helena Bonham Carter is the mother of two children

Although Bellatrix is certainly not a loving or maternal character, Helena has two children in real life with her former partner, Tim Burton. She gave birth to a son, Billy Raymond Burton, in 2003, and a daughter, Nell Burton, in 2007.

Fact 5: Helena Bonham Carter is known for her distinctive fashion style

Anyone who has seen Helena on the red carpet will know that her bold personality is not limited to her film roles. In everyday life, she also stands out for her sometimes eccentric but highly unique fashion style.

Fact 6: The role of Bellatrix Lestrange was originally meant for Helen McCrory

Many people agree that Helena Bonham Carter delivered an outstanding performance as Bellatrix Lestrange. However, she was not the producers’ first choice. Initially, Helen McCrory had been cast for the role. Due to her pregnancy, she was unable to continue, and Helena was cast instead. McCrory did appear in the films, however, playing Narcissa Malfoy.