On June 26, 1997, a little book about a boy discovering his powers at a school for witchcraft and wizardry was released in the United Kingdom.
Two decades later, Harry Potter has expecto patronumed his way through seven books, eight movies and one stage play, and has earned his status as one of the most famous and beloved fictional characters of all time.
On this 20th anniversary, as the world celebrates the boy who lived, the Post-Gazette wanted to bring his adventures a little closer to home. If you have ever wondered what Hogwarts House Phil Kessel belongs in, our Pittsburgh athlete sorting hat has the answers you seek:
Sidney Crosby: Gryffindor
No Pittsburgh athlete exemplifies Gryffindor values of bravery, daring and nerve more than the Penguins captain.