HBO's CEO Speaks Out on J.K. Rowling's Transphobic Views

HBO's CEO Speaks Out on J.K. Rowling's Transphobic Views

Working with the "Harry Potter" author is nothing new, Casey Bloys said.

Harry Potter Author J.K. Rowling Fires Back After Snape Actor Paapa Esseidu Signs Letter Opposing UK Court Ruling on Gender Issues

JK Rowling has already found herself at odds with Snape actor Paapa Esseidu ahead of the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series. The divide surrounding HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series has deepened, as several Potter franchise actors—both past and present—signed an open letter opposing the United Kingdom's Supreme Court decision affirming that the legal definition of "sex" refers to biological sex. Among the signatories were Fantastic Beasts star Ed…

J.K. Rowling Responds to ‘Harry Potter’ Stars Signing Pro-trans Letter: Motivated by Fear

J.K. Rowling has doubled down on her opinions about the transgender community, writing a scathing essay that took aim at several “Harry Potter” actors. Rowling shared her essay on X Saturday in response to a pro-trans letter with over 2,000 signatories, including “Harry Potter” actors Eddie Redmayne, Paapa Essiedu, and Katie Leung after the U.K. Supreme Court ruled that the terms “woman” and “sex” refer strictly to a biological woman and biologi…

Potter TV series not 'being infused' with JK Rowling's trans views, HBO boss says

HBO's CEO Casey Bloys has said JK Rowling's outspoken gender critical views will not impact the TV adaptation of the Harry Potter books.

HBO Says JK Rowling’s Anti-Trans Views Won’t Shape Harry Potter TV Reboot

HBO CEO Casey Bloys says JK Rowling’s personal views on trans rights will not impact the upcoming Harry Potter TV series, assuring fans the adaptation remains focused on its inclusive story.

HBO's CEO Defends Working With J.K. Rowling Despite Her Transphobic Views

The network has faced backlash from fans over working with the author on a new “Harry Potter” series because of her transphobic views, which she regularly posts about online. CEO Casey Bloys said last week he doesn’t “often” monitor Rowling’s social media accounts, and HBO working with her is…