With a "Harry Potter" show long in the works at HBO, it seems as though efforts are being made to protect the reimagining of J.K. Rowling's popular series of books from the backlash that trails behind her name — often targeted by critics, fans and even cast members of the films based on her books for what's been perceived as a long history of anti-trans statements.
In a feature published by Variety on Wednesday, they excerpt a statement made by a spokesperson for the network saying that while they will "remain focused on the development of the new series," Rowling, outside of her involvement with the show, has a right to her own beliefs.
