Cedric Diggory, born to Amos Diggory and his wife in 1977, lived near Ottery St. Catchpole in Devon, England. He attended Hogwarts, was sorted into Hufflepuff, excelled academically and in Quidditch as a Seeker, and was known for his good looks and popularity. Cedric became a prefect and captain of his Quidditch team, competed in the Triwizard Tournament as Hogwarts' champion, and was known for his fair play. Tragically, he was killed by Peter Pettigrew on Voldemort's orders during the tournament's final task, marking the start of the second Wizarding War. His death had a profound impact on Harry Potter and was a catalyst for the formation of Dumbledore's Army. Cedric is remembered for his kindness, bravery, and selflessness.
Here are the key facts from the text:
1. Cedric Diggory was born in 1977 to Amos and his wife.
2. Cedric's family lived in the outskirts of Ottery St. Catchpole, Devon, England.
3. Amos Diggory worked for the Ministry of Magic in the Department of Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures.
4. Cedric went to Hogwarts and was sorted into Hufflepuff.
5. He was made Seeker for his house team in his second year.
6. Cedric was described as having dark hair, grey eyes, and being tall, strong, and silent.
7. He was extremely popular and known for being a nice guy.
8. During his fifth year, Cedric was made both a prefect and the captain of the Hufflepuff Quidditch team.
9. Cedric and Harry competed against each other in a Quidditch match, which Cedric won.
10. Cedric's first game as captain was against Gryffindor, which was affected by Dementors.
11. Cedric was chosen as a champion for the Triwizard Tournament.
12. He received a Firebolt broomstick and was congratulated by Harry.
13. Cedric and Harry were tied for first place in the tournament after the second task.
14. Cedric's parents came to Hogwarts to watch him compete in the third task.
15. Cedric and Harry entered the maze first and eventually found the Triwizard Cup together.
16. They decided to touch the cup at the same time, which transported them to a graveyard.
17. Cedric was killed by Lord Voldemort's wand, which was being controlled by Barty Crouch Jr.
18. Harry returned Cedric's body to Hogwarts, where his parents were waiting.
19. The Great Hall was covered in black drapes as a mark of respect to Cedric.
20. Dumbledore spoke to the students and staff, honoring Cedric's memory.
21. Cedric's death had a huge impact on Harry and the students of Hogwarts.
22. It was a driving force that fueled Dumbledore's Army and the reason why they kept fighting until the Battle of Hogwarts.