Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has slammed the British monarchy, stating that the Royals epitomise much that is “wrong” with Great Britain.

The actor says he fails to understand the UK’s admiration for Queen Elizabeth II and the royal family, which he sees as a celebration of the upper classes.

He told an celebrity website: “I am not a Royalist. Not at all… I just don’t see the use of the monarchy – though I’m a fierce patriot.

“I’m proud, proud, proud of being English, but I think the monarchy symbolises a lot of what was wrong with the country. Not that they’re doing anything wrong – but that symbol of class division is not something I particularly like – and I am a very upper-middle-class kid.”

He added: “I have nothing against the royals as people. I’ve never met them. But in terms of that particular comment about Pakistanis, Prince Harry said a very stupid thing. He was probably very young at the time. I hope he has learned since not to say such a thing or at least learned not to be filmed saying it.” (via Star Magazine)