US EditionDavid Tennant responds to JK Rowling after author's jab over trans rights
- Actor David Tennant appeared on ITV1's The Assembly program on Sunday, April 27.
- His appearance followed public disagreement with author JK Rowling regarding transgender rights advocacy.
- Tennant became emotional recalling the 1988 Section 28 law prohibiting promoting homosexuality in schools.
- Asked about Rowling, Tennant stated, "I wish her no ill will."
- He expressed hope that society can "just let people be," urging less societal interference.
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David Tennant issues plea to JK Rowling to 'let people be'
David Tennant has urged Harry Potter author JK Rowling to “let people be.” The Scottish actor was interviewed on ITV reality show The Assembly last weekend, which sees autistic, neurodivergent and learning disabled members of the public dialling in on tough topics with celebrities. Asked about his outspoken support for the trans community, Tennant explained: “When I was a teenager, there was this thing that [Margaret] Thatcher’s government intro…
David Tennant's latest swipe at JK Rowling defended by Butterworth: 'He's absolutely right!'
Broadcasters Mike Parry and Benjamin Butterworth have descended into a fresh trans row on GB News, following actor David Tennant's latest swipe at controversial author JK Rowling.Tennant, 54, made fresh remarks about the transgender community and the Harry Potter author during an appearance on ITV1's new show The Assembly.FULL STORY HERE.
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