Michael Gambon, who played the role of the Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter movies, left for his heavenly abode at the age of 82 years on September 28, 2023
Dumbledore was one of the most influential characters in the Harry Potter movies and Gambon’s portrayal as the impressive headmaster of Hogwarts made him a favourite among Potterheads or Harry Potter fans
Here are 10 qualities of Albus Dumbledore that made him a favourite headmaster among Potterheads-
1. CompassionateOne of the biggest qualities of Dumbledore was his compassionate nature which led him to help many of his students in need
2. Excellent mentorDumbledore’s advices for Harry have become some of the most relevant motivational quotes for people today
3. Perfect LeadershipAs the headmaster, Dumbledore was a true leader of Hogwarts who hired and mentored people based on their knowledge and qualities irrespective of their flaws
4. Acceptance of mistakesDumbledore had a quality of graciously accepting his mistakes without letting ego get in his way
5. Calm and composed in troubled timesThe best quality of Dumbledore is his ability to lead, guide and make decisions in a calm and composed state even in times of trouble
6. Highly confidentDumbledore showed us how we need to keep our confidence even when someone may mercilessly taunt us
7. Firm decision makerDumbledore ensured that as a leader of a school, his decisions are adhered to firmly by the other members i.e. the teachers
8. Trust people thoroughlyOne of the best qualities of Dumbledore is that he trusted people with tasks thoroughly even when they were portrayed negatively by others
9. Reliable natureDumbledore was a leader of reliable nature due to which the teachers and students of Hogwarts highly looked up to him as a savior
10. HumorousJ.K. Rowling portrayed Dumbledore as a headmaster who likes to make jokes and have fun too due to which he is much adored by Potterheads