Warner Bros. Defends JK Rowling Over Trans Views Ahead Of ‘Harry Potter’ TV Series

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Warner Bros. backs JK Rowling's controversial views as it moves forward with highly-anticipated 'Harry Potter' TV series

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Studio execs claim Rowling's opinions, which many have denounced as transphobic, are her 'personal beliefs' and won't impact the show's production
Insider sources reveal the new 'Harry Potter' series is eyeing a 2025 release, with the team aiming to recapture the magic of the blockbuster films

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JK Rowling, Warner Bros., Harry Potter TV series