Representatives from HBO also stated that “J.K. Rowling has a right to express her personal views.” “We will remain focused on the development of the new series, which will only benefit from her involvement,” the statement read.

HBO supports J.K. Rowling's involvement with the new "Harry Potter" show as the core fanbase grapples with Rowling’s controversial views on trans identity.

As production begins on HBO’s “Harry Potter” TV series, the network has confirmed plans to involve J.K. Rowling, the author of the original book series, in the making of the show. In a statement from HBO shared with Variety and The Wrap,

As casting for a "Harry Potter" TV show is underway, HBO is supporting Executive Producer J.K. Rowling, who's been criticized for anti-trans rhetoric.

Over the past years, there have been a lot of talks about reviving the fantasy franchise after the saga concluded in 2011. Now, we are definitely getting another shot at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter through a long-form television series.

“Harry Potter” author JK Rowling is playing a part in the making of the upcoming HBO series based on the fantasy books — despite her history of anti-transgender rhetoric. HBO CEO Casey Bloys confirmed at a press event Tuesday that while Rowling, 59, is an executive producer on the show, her controversies have not affected the development process.

According to reports, HBO chief Casey Bloys during a media interaction revealed that JK Rowling was “very, very involved in the process selecting the writer and the director." She also added that, Rowling's anti-trans statements "haven’t affected the casting or hiring of writers or productions staff."

JK Rowling, whose Harry Potter book franchise gave Warner Bros a blockbuster film franchise, is now associated with its upcoming HBO series. Not just that, problematic comments from the author on gender politics have also left fans worried about the upcoming show.

JK Rowling, whose Harry Potter book franchise gave Warner Bros a blockbuster film franchise, is also associated with its upcoming HBO series.

JK Rowling's right to express her personal views has been defended by Warner Bros, as the studio prepares to film the new Harry Potter TV series. The Times of London reports that the studio has released a statement clarifying its support for the author,

T he production of a new Harry Potter series by HBO has sparked a heated debate among fans of the saga. Now under the umbrella of Warner Bros Discovery, the network has issued a s