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11.06.2020 / 19:41

School scraps plans to name house after JK Rowling following ‘anti-trans’ comments

Harry Potter author sparked outrage with a string of messages on social media that were deemed transphobic, with Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson among those later sharing their support for the transgender community.It has now been revealed that a school in West Sussex has scrapped an idea to name a house after the 54-year-old, following her comments.The Weald school in Billingshurst last month announced new names for five houses, and the addition of a sixth, with the changes taking affect in September.However, in a letter to parents, deputy headteacher Sarah Edwards confirmed that the writer would no longer be given the honour – which will now be going to Malorie Blackman.‘In recent days it has come to light that one of our new names may

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Warner Bros responds to JK Rowling ‘anti-trans’ backlash as Harry Potter author releases statement

T/W this article discusses domestic and sexual assault**Warner Bros, the studio behind Harry Potter, has released a statement addressing the comments made by JK Rowling – after the author released a 3,600 word essay in response to accusations she is a TERF (Trans-Exclusionary Radical Feminist).

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Emma Watson Tweets Support for Transgender Community Following J.K. Rowling Backlash

Emma Watson is sending a message to her transgender fans following the backlash J.K. Rowling has received for comments she made this weekend that have been labeled transphobic.

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Emma Watson shares her support for transgender charities after JK Rowling’s comments

JK Rowling’s ‘anti trans’ comments. The Harry Potter author sparked furious outrage with a series of ‘transphobic’ tweets last week, prompting the likes of Daniel Radcliffe and Eddie Redmayne to speak out in support of the community.And Emma has now seemingly expressed her reaction to JK’s opinions by retweeting an article about the different organisations that support black transgender people.The Little Women actress, 30, shared a post by transgender columnist Paris Lees on the charities.

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Eddie Redmayne Speaks Out Against J.K. Rowling's Transphobic Comments

Eddie Redmayne is making his position clear when it comes to J.K. Rowling's recent tweets regarding the transgender community.

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Fantastic Beasts star Eddie Redmayne speaks out against JK Rowling: ‘Trans women are women, trans men are men’

Harry Potter author, after a series of controversial tweets she posted over the weekend which saw her accused of transphobia. Redmayne, 38, told Variety: ‘Respect for transgender people remains a cultural imperative, and over the years I have been trying to constantly educate myself.

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What did J.K. Rowling say and why do people think she is ‘transphobic’?

Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has published more tweets which have proven to be controversial, and she’s once again been labelled ‘anti-trans’ as a result.In December, Rowling voiced her support for a researcher, Maya Forstater, who had been fired for tweeting that ‘men cannot change into women’.Rowling’s tweet on the matter caused many online to call her a ‘TERF’ – a Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminist – and her more recent tweets have again prompted accusations that she’s ‘anti-trans’.

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Daniel Radcliffe speaks out after JK Rowling comments: ‘Transgender women are women’

Harry Potter for the readers. The actor, who played the title role in the magical series of films, hit back after JK Rowling made a series of ‘anti-trans’ tweets over the weekend. Daniel shared a statement through LGBT suicide prevention charity The Trevor Project, sharing his thoughts on JK’s controversial opinions.Denying there was ‘infighting’ between him and the author, he wrote: ‘As someone who has been honored to work with and continues to contribute to The Trevor Project for the last decade, and just as a human being, I feel compelled to say something at this moment.‘Transgender women are women.

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Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Van Ness & More Call Out J.K. Rowling After She's Accused of Transphobic Comments

J.K. Rowling drew criticism from celebs including Daniel Radcliffe and Jonathan Van Ness, among others, after she mocked a headline with the term «people who menstruate» on Twitter over the weekend.

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Jonathan Van Ness, Halsey and More Call Out J.K. Rowling After She's Accused of Transphobic Comments

J.K. Rowling caused controversy on Twitter over the weekend when she mocked a headline with the term «people who menstruate.» The headline of the article — published by Devex, which describes itself as a media platform for the global development community — reads, «Opinion: Creating a more equal post-COVID-19 world for people who menstruate.» Rowling had an issue specifically with the more inclusive term «people who menstruate.»Rowling posted the article and tweeted, "'People who menstruate.' I'm sure there used to be a word for those people.

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Cho Chang actress Katie Leung has the best response after JK Rowling sparks outrage with ‘anti-trans’ menstruation tweets

Harry Potter movies, had the best response, after JK Rowling sparked outrage on Twitter by sharing ‘anti-trans’ comments. The famous author’s controversial tweets, taking issue with the phrasing ‘people who menstruate’ included in an article headline shared on Twitter, were immediately hit by backlash, with many branding Rowling transphobic.

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‘It isn’t hate to speak the truth’: JK Rowling sparks outrage with ‘anti-trans’ menstruation comments

JK Rowling has sparked furious outrage online once again after posting a series of ‘anti-trans’ tweets.The Harry Potter author’s fresh controversy began when she commented on story with a headline that read: ‘Opinion: Creating a more equal post-COVID-19 world for people who menstruate.’Taking issue with the phrasing, JK wrote: ‘”People who menstruate”. I’m sure there used to be a word for those people.

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JK Rowling donates £1 million to charity to protect vulnerable during coronavirus pandemic

JK Rowling is donating £1 million to charity to help the most vulnerable in society during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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JK Rowling blesses fans with glimpse at magical colour-coded library and we expect nothing less

JK Rowling has given fans a look inside her colour-coded home library, and we’re absolutely obsessed.

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JK Rowling details terrifying nightmare that featured surprise appearance from Emma Watson

JK Rowling has opened up about a rather wild nightmare she had that involved both hammer-wielding serial killers and a lunch date with Emma Watson.

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Coronavirus: JK Rowling pleads for help as NHS worker’s Morrisons order cancelled

JK Rowling pleaded with Morrisons for help after an NHS worker’s order was cancelled at the last minute.

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JK Rowling ‘completely recovered’ after experiencing coronavirus symptoms

JK Rowling has experienced symptoms of coronavirus.

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JK Rowling is coming to ease your coronavirus lockdown boredom with magic thanks to Harry Potter At Home

J.K. Rowling is cooking up something ‘magic’ to help Harry Potter fans who might be feeling bored during the coronavirus lockdown.

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