Delphini, the daughter of Lord Voldemort and Bellatrix Lestrange, was primarily taken care of by Euphemia Rowle, a former Death Eater, following the tragic events that orphaned her and left her without immediate family.
Euphemia Rowle: Delphini's Caretaker
After the devastating Battle of Hogwarts, Delphini found herself in a unique and challenging situation. Both her biological mother, Bellatrix Lestrange, and her father, Lord Voldemort, were killed during the conflict. Furthermore, Bellatrix's husband, Rodolphus Lestrange, was imprisoned in Azkaban, leaving no close family to raise the young child.
In these circumstances, Euphemia Rowle, a known Death Eater from the Wizarding World, stepped in to raise Delphini.
The Circumstances of Delphini's Upbringing
- Parental Loss: Delphini's biological parents, Bellatrix Lestrange and Lord Voldemort, both died in the Battle of Hogwarts, leaving her an orphan.
- Imprisonment: Rodolphus Lestrange, Bellatrix's husband and Delphini's de facto father figure, was incarcerated in Azkaban prison.
- Euphemia's Role: Euphemia Rowle took Delphini in, acting as her guardian during her formative years.
The Nature of Delphini's Care
While Euphemia Rowle provided Delphini with a home, the quality of care was far from nurturing. Delphini's life with Rowle was described as miserable. Euphemia did not genuinely care for the child, and her motivation for taking Delphini in was solely for financial payment. This lack of affection and the transactional nature of her upbringing profoundly impacted Delphini, contributing to her later manipulative and isolated personality. The environment fostered a sense of neglect and a yearning for a family she never truly knew.
Key Figures in Delphini's Early Life
| Character | Relationship to Delphini | Status After Battle of Hogwarts | Role in Upbringing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Euphemia Rowle | Guardian/Caretaker | Alive | Raised Delphini for payment |
| Bellatrix Lestrange | Biological Mother | Deceased | N/A (killed in battle) |
| Lord Voldemort | Biological Father | Deceased | N/A (killed in battle) |
| Rodolphus Lestrange | Stepfather/Uncle | Imprisoned at Azkaban | N/A (unable to care for her) |
This turbulent and unloving start to life heavily influenced Delphini's character and her desperate attempts to connect with her powerful, deceased father, leading to the events depicted in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
