Daniel Radcliffe has splashed out almost £4 million on a New York home.

The 'Harry Potter' star - who already owns two other lavish properties in the US city - has spent the enormous sum on a five-bedroom townhouse in the West Village, which boasts four luxury bathrooms, six fireplaces and a 39ft "beautiful" garden.

Keira Knightley is to swap the big screen for the theatre when she makes her West End debut.

The 'Pirates of the Caribbean' star will play a vacuous Hollywood starlet in a modern version of Moliere's 17th century comedy 'The Misanthrope' in London's famous theatre district.

Daniel Radcliffe claims he is too old for partying. The 20-year-old star no longer socializes with the rest of the "Harry Potter" cast and crew because he wants to carve out a career as a respected actor.

He said: "I used to play a lot of pranks in the past but I want to be a more mature, serious actor now."

The actor, who has attracted legions of fans since landing the role of boy wizard Harry Potter, reveals some admirers give him unusual gifts to show their devotion.

He said: "One Japanese fan sent me a present - a plastic ear. It was rubbery and you were supposed to fold it up and hold it in your hand, then walk into a party and go, 'Oh my God, there's something wrong with my ear!' and let it unfold. Everyone thought it was weird - then I found out that it's a famous Japanese comedian's best joke!"

Daniel Radcliffe's parents still do his washing.

The 19-year-old 'Harry Potter' star loves the freedom of living alone, but is relieved to live close enough to his family for them to do his chores.