In a revelation that's bound to excite Harry Potter fans, actress Evanna Lynch was in a secret nine-year relationship with a co-star from the iconic franchise.
Best known for enchanting audiences as Luna Lovegood, Lynch, 32, kept details of her long-term relationship with Robbie Jarvis under wraps. If the name doesn't ring a bell - Jarvis briefly graced the screen as a young James Potter in a flashback.
The enchanting world of Hogwarts first introduced us to Lynch in 2007's Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. It was on the set of this movie back in 2006, where she crossed paths with the now-37-year-old Jarvis.
While the duo's romance spanned nearly a decade, it remained shielded from the public eye until they finally parted in 2016.
Jarvis's role in the movie, albeit brief, was pivotal. He portrayed a younger version of Harry's father, James Potter. Fans of the series will recall the scene where James is shown laughing and disarming a young Severus Snape with a spell.
Despite their low-profile relationship, the couple eventually unveiled their romance through a string of endearing Instagram posts.
Together, they took a trip to the picturesque Hobbiton in New Zealand - the filming location for The Lord Of The Rings. It was during this holiday that Jarvis bid farewell to meat, crediting Lynch for inspiring his vegan transition.
In a heartfelt post, he shared, "That holiday was the last time I ate meat and I pity the boy in this photo who had more in common with those sheep than he realised. I'm happy to say that I'm now much closer to knowing the true cost of my food."
Lynch's affectionate Instagram tribute for Jarvis's 29th birthday in 2015 also caught fans' attention. She posted, "Happy 29th Birthday to this little babe!! Sweetest boy! Off to see a show together #happybirthdayrobbie."
Although their romance ended in 2016, their bond remains unbroken. The pair frequently attend events, especially vegan ones, showing their enduring friendship.
Lynch told Us Weekly, "We're both vegans, so we go to a lot of vegan events together. So yeah, we're good friends."
Jarvis's 2020 birthday tribute for Lynch, featuring a serene photograph of her in a boat, is a testament of their close bond. He captioned the snap, "Happiest of birthdays to someone who is always delighted to see ducklings!"
While Jarvis's presence in the Harry Potter universe was fleeting, Lynch's portrayal of Luna Lovegood, with subsequent appearances in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and both the Deathly Hallows movies, cemented her place in the hearts of fans globally.
