Porpentina Goldstein

Porpentina "Tina" Scamander (née Goldstein ) (fl. 1926-1991) was an American witch. She was the wife of famed magizoologist and author Newt Scamander.

Early life
Porpentina was born somewhere in the United States of America, and, as such, may have studied magic at Ilvermorny. She had at least one sibling, a younger sister, Queenie. The sisters apparently lost their mother and father at a young age, as they were described as having "raised each other," and consequently were very close.

Porpentina's friends and family called her by the nickname "Tina." She and her sister Queenie may have been Jewish.

Career and marriage
She worked for the Magical Congress of the United States of America, as an Auror. However, because she stood up for somebody of whom her superiors did not approve, she was demoted to a position well below her abilities.

In 1926, Porpentina met British magizoologist Newt Scamander in New York City, where he had come as part of his international expedition to discover new magical creatures. She eventually married him and moved to the United Kingdom. The couple had at least one child, who in turn gave them a grandson, Rolf.

Later life
As of the late 20th century, she lived with her husband in Dorset with their pet Kneazles: Hoppy, Milly, and Mauler. Following her grandson's marriage to Luna Lovegood, Porpentina became the great-grandmother of twin boys, Lorcan and Lysander Scamander.

Personality and traits
Porpentina apparently had a practical, level-headed personality, being described as "grounded." However, she was also described as being "very soulful" and as having "a lot of heart, strengths, and courage." She was naturally ambitious and had a desire to stand up for what was right.

Behind the scenes

 * Katherine Waterston is set to play the role of Porpentina Scamander in the upcoming film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

Appearances

 * Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
 * Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (film)

Notes and references
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