As performers, we quickly recognized Fred’s bold personality. His presence permeated the entire narrative. It was Fred who discussed with Ron the various charms and potions he used to combat the trolls during the Hogwarts screening ceremony. He was also the one who invited Angelina Johnson to the Yule Ball. Furthermore, it was Fred who cleverly circumvented Dumbledore’s age restriction in the Triwizard Tournament, though on that occasion, Dumbledore even accommodated him.
Moreover, it was Fred who gave Peeves the iconic directive to “give us hell” after the twins managed to escape Hogwarts under Professor Umbridge’s oppressive regime.
Typically, a comedic duo consists of one eccentric partner and a more subdued counterpart. However, Fred and George Weasley both played the role of jokesters, with Fred often taking the lead. He made everything seem effortless, though it always takes courage to be a true mastermind.
This might explain why Fred met his end in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” Moments after Percy cracks a rare joke, Fred is killed during the Battle of Hogwarts. Nevertheless, his vibrant spirit seems to have been transferred to George, who honored his brother by naming his son after him. Fred’s presence was immensely powerful, and while George was undoubtedly impacted by the loss of his twin, Fred’s influential spirit likely remained with him, making George the custodian of Fred’s legacy.
Indeed, while Fred was undoubtedly the humorous sibling, neither he nor George would have been as compelling without each other.
