Rob, a 6ft 1in gentle, intelligent young man, was bullied at school but emerged as a courageous champion of assault victims himself. Leaving school with nine GCSEs and two A-levels, he went straight into acting, auditioning for a part in the Harry Potter movie last year.

He wasn't expecting to land the role but the good news came in a phone call from his agent.

Colin smiled: "Rob was elated and we were so proud of him. He got on well with all the cast, some of whom told me that Rob was a breath of fresh air. He made coming to work a joy for everyone. The director even told him that his part would be expanded for the next movie."