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On YouTubeEntertainment News / TV Insider / July 16
‘Harry Potter’ Series Star Katherine Parkinson Refuses to Respond to JK Rowling Backlash
Katherine Parkinson wants to stay out of the controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling‘s involvement in HBO’s Harry Potter TV adaptation. The actress, who will play Molly Weasley in the upcoming series, was asked for her thoughts on Rowling’s anti-trans views in an interview with RadioTimes.com published on Wednesday, July 16.
Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / June 23
JK Rowling clarifies her involvement in HBO's Harry Potter series amid anti-trans controversy
JK Rowling "worked closely" with the writers of the HBO Harry Potter series. The writer of the original wizarding franchise has clarified that she did not write the forthcoming spin-off series, but she did assist the team.
Entertainment News / TV Insider / June 22
J.K. Rowling Sends a Bold Message About ‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series
J.K. Rowling just gave her stamp of approval for the Harry Potter HBO series — while also revealing if she is contributing to writing the upcoming show.
Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / June 20
Stephen Fry brands JK Rowling a 'lost cause' over transgender rows
Sir Stephen Fry has branded JK Rowling a "lost cause" and fears she's been "radicalised by TERFs". The 67-year-old comedian and author previously vowed
Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / May 6
JK Rowling won't fire Paapa Essiedu from Harry Potter for pro trans views
J.K. Rowling has insisted she won't fire Paapa Essiedu from 'Harry Potter' over his support for the trans community. The 34-year-old actor - who is set
Entertainment News / TV Insider / April 28
Social Media Reacts to ‘Harry Potter’ Star John Lithgow Rejecting J.K. Rowling Backlash
John Lithgow has responded to backlash surrounding his decision to take the role of Albus Dumbledore for Max’s new Harry Potter series, despite the widespread furor over J.K.
15 famous characters you may not realize were based on real people
They say the truth is stranger than fiction, and some of the most iconic characters prove it. These 15 real-life inspirations made their way onto our screens with a little extra drama, flair, and imagination.
Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / April 18
Nick Frost faces backlash over casting in Harry Potter TV series
Nick Frost has disabled comments on his Instagram post about his role in the 'Harry Potter' TV series after the J.K. Rowling fallout. The 53-year-old actor will star as Rubeus Hagrid - who was played by the late great Robbie Coltrane - in the big-budget small-screen adaptation of the blockbuster wizarding franchise.
Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / April 16
All Harry Potter Movies Ranked From Best to Worst
Everyone knows, has seen, or at least heard of the Harry Potter movies. They stem from the iconic and award-winning fantasy novels by J.K. Rowling. Each book was adapted into a film, though the last novel received two pieces.
Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / April 2
Report: Harry Potter Big HBO Series Has Found Its Hagrid
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is one of the most beloved franchises in history. Starting with the books written by J.K. Rowling, it expanded into movies and video games.
Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / March 25
Former Doctor Who star David Tennant takes subtle swipe at Harry Potter author JK Rowling over X jibe
David Tennant has taken a subtle swipe at JK Rowling. The 53-year-old former 'Doctor Who' star - who played Barty Crouch Jr. in 2005's 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire' - has joked that the author "doesn’t love [him]" after she mocked David on social media due to him being a committed ally to the LGBTQ+ community.
Taylor Swift and 19 other surprising celebrity bookworms
Even high-profile celebrities and elite athletes love to curl up with a good book.
Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / January 22
Ed Sheeran Denies Attending J.K. Rowling’s New Year’s Eve Party 
"This sort of reporting is [divisive] and damaging," the Grammy winner said on Instagram
Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / December 10
J.K. Rowling reveals she has turned down a Damehood
J.K. Rowling has turned down a Damehood. The 59-year-old author is one of the best-selling writers of all time thanks to her magical 'Harry Potter' series and was awarded an Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2001 for her services to children's literature but does not want the honour to go any higher than that.
20 of pop culture’s most powerful wizards
Magical characters have always made television and film special, so we compiled a list featuring 20 of our favorites. Check them out below.
Entertainment News / Sports World News / August 16
Boxer Imane Khelif Jabs Elon Musk, JK Rowling With Possible 5-Year-Prison and Up to £214,000 Fines
In an unexpected twist of fate, billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk and the famous "Harry Potter" author JK Rowling are looking at serving jail terms and heavy fines for allegations of cyberbullying and harassment.
Entertainment News / Murphy's Multiverse / August 8, 2024
The Power 15 List: Which Franchises Have the Most Juice With Fans Right Now?
On the heels of winning San Diego Comic-Con with the Avengers news that shook the fandom, and with a film at the box office in Deadpool and Wolverine which is breaking records, the MCU is riding high.
Entertainment News / Murphy's Multiverse / February 23, 2024
Max Sets Date for ‘Harry Potter’ Streaming Series Debut
As part of the rollout of their new and improved streaming service, Max, in April 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed the rumored development of a streaming series based on J.K.
Entertainment News / Yardbarker / January 18, 2022
Rupert Grint comments on his relationship with J.K. Rowling: 'It's a tricky one'
Rupert Grint will forever be recognized and loved as Ron Weasley from the iconic, world-beating Harry Potter film franchise, and that would not have been possible for him had J.K. Rowling never written her Harry Potter novel series.
Entertainment News / Yardbarker / December 30, 2021
J.K. Rowling not in 'Return to Hogwarts' reunion for this reported reason
Harry Potter has become synonymous with Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson, but the iconic and record-breaking film franchise couldn't have existed without J.K. Rowling.
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