15 memes and jokes about Harry Potter star Emma Watson’s UK driving ban that are pure comedy gold
Iraa Paul | Jul 17, 2025, 10:48 IST
Highlight of the story: Emma Watson’s UK driving ban has triggered a flood of funny reactions across the internet. Social media users wasted no time turning the incident into a meme-worthy moment. From clever Harry Potter puns to playful Hermione nods, these 15 memes and jokes are comedy gold.
Emma Watson, famously known for playing Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films, recently grabbed attention for a rather unusual reason, receiving a driving ban in the UK. The news sparked a wave of online reactions, with fans wasting no time in turning it into comedic gold. From witty takes to clever Harry Potter references, the internet was flooded with memes and jokes that had everyone laughing.
From magical driving puns to jokes about Hogwarts skipping traffic lessons, the internet was quick to poke fun playfully, of course. Whether you’re an Emma Watson fan, a Harry Potter enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys a good laugh (because why not?), these memes are guaranteed to lift your spirits.
Take a look at the memes and jokes going viral:
Emma Watson, 35, widely recognised for playing Hermione Granger in the beloved Harry Potter film series, has been banned from driving after she was caught speeding at 38 mph (61 km/h) in a 30 mph zone in Banbury, southeastern England, last July.
At the time of the offence, Watson already had nine penalty points on her driving licence. Following this latest violation, the High Wycombe Magistrates' Court ordered her to pay a total fine of £1,044 on Wednesday.
Her lawyer, Mark Haslam, informed the court that Watson is currently a student and confirmed that she is able to pay the imposed fine.
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15 memes and jokes on Emma Watson’s UK driving ban
From magical driving puns to jokes about Hogwarts skipping traffic lessons, the internet was quick to poke fun playfully, of course. Whether you’re an Emma Watson fan, a Harry Potter enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys a good laugh (because why not?), these memes are guaranteed to lift your spirits.
Take a look at the memes and jokes going viral:
Why was Emma Watson banned from driving in the UK?
Emma Watson, 35, widely recognised for playing Hermione Granger in the beloved Harry Potter film series, has been banned from driving after she was caught speeding at 38 mph (61 km/h) in a 30 mph zone in Banbury, southeastern England, last July.
At the time of the offence, Watson already had nine penalty points on her driving licence. Following this latest violation, the High Wycombe Magistrates' Court ordered her to pay a total fine of £1,044 on Wednesday.
Her lawyer, Mark Haslam, informed the court that Watson is currently a student and confirmed that she is able to pay the imposed fine.
For more news and updates from the world of OTT, and celebrities from Bollywood and Hollywood, keep reading Indiatimes Entertainment.