JK Rowling
J.K. Rowling is a British author best known for creating the beloved Harry Potter series, which has captivated millions worldwide and expanded into a massive multimedia franchise, including films, video games, and stage adaptations.
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JK Rowling is mentioned as another example of an older feminist who has controversial views on transgender issues.
Agnes Wold var hela Sveriges guru – sedan började hon förespråka omvändelseterapi, skriver Lisa Magnusson
Sweden· 2026-05-27
JK Rowling was featured in the SNL sketch, attributing her past statements to Tourette's.
Saturday Night Live criticised by charity for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch
United Kingdom· 2026-03-03
In 2020, he was one of several stars of the Potter franchise who distanced themselves from Rowling when the author spoke out against trans activism.
'I'll never leave Ron's shadow'United Kingdom· 2025-11-23
Harry Potter author JK Rowling among those who reacted angrily to Graham Linehan's arrest.
Graham Linehan faces ‘no further action’ after arrest over posts on trans issues – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-20
JK Rowling, the creator of Harry Potter, is included in a list of authors whose works were reportedly used without consent for AI training.
The platform exposing exactly how much copyrighted art is used by AI tools | Artificial intelligence (AI)United Kingdom· 2025-10-18
Calls to boycott Rowling’s work have multiplied since her reaction to the UK Supreme Court’s ruling on the legal definition of a woman.
Keira Knightley says she was ‘not aware’ of JK Rowling boycott calls before joining Harry Potter audiobooks | FilmUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-14
JK Rowling shared a comedic video parodying Emma Watson's statements in response to their ongoing discord over trans rights.
JK Rowling reage a comentários de Emma Watson com vídeo que parodia a actriz | Celebridades
Portugal· 2025-09-30
JK Rowling has sent a stinging response to Emma Watson after the Harry Potter actress recently spoke about their relationship and a public disagreement over the issue of gender identity.
JK Rowling dismisses Emma Watson as 'ignorant' over trans rights rowUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-29
JK Rowling has faced criticism from Emma Watson for her views on transgender rights, which Watson believes threaten women's rights.
Emma Watson diz que não é possível “conversar” com JK Rowling | CelebridadesPortugal· 2025-09-26JK Rowling has been at the center of controversy for her views on gender and trans issues.
Emma Watson says she remains grateful to Harry Potter author JK Rowling despite rift
New Zealand· 2025-09-25
Rowling appeared to rebuff Watson's conciliatory comments, posting a message addressed to 'anyone who may be regretting their very public sprint to the front of the mob'.
Emma Watson says she still loves JK Rowling despite rift over trans viewsUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-25
The controversy stemmed largely from a birthday tribute Mr Boyne wrote for author JK Rowling in the Sunday Independent.
John Boyne ‘disappointed’ at withdrawal of UCD James Joyce award – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-12
JK Rowling defended Graham Linehan, claiming that the UK had become a 'totalitarian state'.
Please don’t make me stand up for Graham Linehan – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
JK Rowling criticized the arrest of Graham Linehan regarding his posts about trans issues.
Graham Linehan in London court over alleged harassment of trans woman – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-04
JK Rowling described the situation surrounding Graham Linehan's arrest as totalitarianism.
JK Rowling and Elon Musk lead the backlash over Graham Linehan’s arrestNew Zealand· 2025-09-02
JK Rowling claimed the arrest was 'totalitarianism' and 'deplorable'.
Father Ted writer Graham Linehan ‘arrested over X posts’ on trans issues – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-02
The Harry Potter movie series is based on the books of JK Rowling.
Warwick Davis to reprise role in upcoming TV seriesUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-02
There is no easy way to disconnect JK Rowling from your love of Harry Potter.
Revelations about Cormac McCarthy so shocked me that the words I loved are inaccessible – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-31
Boyne offered his support to Harry Potter author Rowling, who has in recent years been outspoken with her views about the tension between trans rights and the protection of women's spaces.
Polari Prize organisers cancel book prize over trans controversyUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-19
JK Rowling was mentioned in a birthday tribute by John Boyne that contributed to the controversy surrounding his nomination.
Polari literary prize cancels award following backlash over Irish author John Boyne – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-19
JK Rowling is referenced as an author targeted for her political views.
Legal legend Dershowitz denied pierogis over political views
United States· 2025-08-10
JK Rowling's Harry Potter books are being adapted into a new TV series.
Harry Potter actress banned from driving for six months for speedingUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-16
JK Rowling's series of novels has already been made into a film.
HBO series begins production as first image releasedUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-14
JK Rowling was mentioned as one of the individuals who contributed to the campaign against Imane Khelif.
El COI debe enfrentar el regreso del lostest de género
Venezuela· 2025-06-23
Rowling said the fund was not going to be sharing any details or figures about applications and inquiries, as it’s a private fund.
Scottish government faces legal action over failure to implement biological sex ruling | TransgenderUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-19
JK Rowling has attended a gig of Bjorn Again.
‘We’re so big we could do a gig on the moon’: tribute acts on fame, money and what it takes to make it | MusicUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-15
Rowling has also leveraged her large platform to amplify anti-trans voices and supported initiatives that harm queer communities.
Tom Felton shrugged off JK Rowling’s transphobia and fans aren’t letting it slide - Comment
Pakistan· 2025-06-10The TV version of JK Rowling's books, being made by HBO, is expected to reach screens in late 2026 or early 2027.
Katherine Parkinson, Johnny Flynn and more join castUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-09
JK Rowling co-devised the story for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Tom Felton to reprise role as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child | Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-05
Rushdie joked that most writers did not make much money – unless they wrote about 'child wizards' and suggested JK Rowling was the Taylor Swift of literature.
Salman Rushdie says AI won’t threaten authors until it can make people laugh | Salman RushdieUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-01
