Tom Felton expresses support for JK Rowling despite controversy over her views on trans issues

The actor who played Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter films says he is ‘incredibly grateful’ to Rowling, and that her books have ‘brought the world together’Tom Felton has expressed support for the Harry Potter author JK Rowling, saying he is “not really attuned” to the controversy over Rowling’s gender-critical views.Felton, who played Draco Malfoy in the successful series of Harry Potter films, was asked directly about his position on the controversy by Variety at the Tony awards ceremony on Sunday. Felton said: “I can’t say it [impacts me], I’m not really that attuned to it.” Continue reading...

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