Gilderoy Lockhart

gil·de·roy lock·hart /ˈgɪldərɔɪ ˈlɒkhɑrt/
noun

Gilderoy Lockhart is a famed author and former Hogwarts Defence Against the Dark Arts professor, renowned for his purported heroic acts and adventures. Sporting blonde locks and a charming smile, Lockhart has written multiple books detailing his supposed encounters with dark creatures. However, his true nature hides a more duplicitous character.

Gilderoy Lockhart Biography & History

Born to a Muggle mother and a Squib father, Lockhart was the only one among his siblings to possess magical abilities. He attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, where he was sorted into Ravenclaw House.

Authorial Fame

Lockhart’s claim to fame stems from his series of autobiographical books, detailing encounters with dangerous beasts and dark wizards. His method was to track down wizards and witches who had genuinely had these experiences, use the Memory Charm on them to erase their memories, and then claim the adventures as his own.

Hogwarts Tenure

Albus Dumbledore, aware of Lockhart’s true nature, hired him as the Defence Against the Dark Arts professor, hoping exposure would humble him. During his tenure, Lockhart displayed a lack of real skill. His time at Hogwarts culminated in an accident where he wiped his own memory while trying to use Ron Weasley’s broken wand.

Gilderoy Lockhart’s Magical Abilities & Skills

Memory Charms: Lockhart’s primary skill. He was adept at erasing memories, which he used to further his fame.
Self-Promotion: Lockhart had an uncanny ability to promote himself and his accomplishments, making him a household name in the Wizarding World.