HBO defends J.K. Rowling’s involvement in Harry Potter TV series, saying she “has a right to express her personal views”
J.K. Rowling is the creator of the Harry Potter franchise, but in recent years, she’s gotten a lot more press for her views on transgender people. As Warner Bros. is currently developing a Harry Potter TV series, there was a question of how involved Rowling would be. Turns out, she’ll be involved quite a bit. At a recent press event, HBO chief Casey Bloy said Rowling was “very, very involved in the process selecting the writer and the director,” and her statements on transgender people “haven’t affected the casting or hiring of writers or production staff.“
In a further statement to Variety, HBO said Warner Bros. has “been working with J.K. Rowling and in the Harry Potter business for over 20 years” and “her contribution has been invaluable.” The statement continued, “We are proud to once again tell the story of Harry Potter — the heartwarming books that speak to power of friendship,...
In a further statement to Variety, HBO said Warner Bros. has “been working with J.K. Rowling and in the Harry Potter business for over 20 years” and “her contribution has been invaluable.” The statement continued, “We are proud to once again tell the story of Harry Potter — the heartwarming books that speak to power of friendship,...
- 11/20/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
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