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John Lithgow criticized J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans stance as ironic and inexplicable during a Rotterdam IFFR discussion, tying it to a broader 'war on empathy.' He also called his eight-year contract to play Albus Dumbledore in the new Harry Potter TV series 'insane' at 80, but praised the production team and stressed that the canon celebrates kindness and acceptance, signaling his commitment despite controversy.
As the Supreme Court weighed a case on whether transgender students can compete in school sports, large DC protests featured clashes between trans-rights advocates and opponents, including a trans activist detained by Capitol Police; the events highlighted rising hostility and increased organization among anti-trans groups.
Fifteen-year-old Becky Pepper-Jackson sat before the Supreme Court as a West Virginia ban on transgender girls competing on girls’ track teams became a national flashpoint about transgender athletes’ rights and fairness in sport, with a June decision anticipated and supporters rallying outside the building.
Wanda Sykes used the Golden Globes stage to roast Bill Maher, telling him she’d like “a little less” from him while praising host Nikki Glaser; she also skewered Kevin Hart and Brett Goldstein, and harshly critiqued Ricky Gervais over his anti‑trans jokes, joking she’d accept the award on his behalf if he won. Sykes later announced that Gervais had won Best TV Stand‑Up and quipped he’d thank God and the trans community.
Keira Knightley, cast as Dolores Umbridge in the new Harry Potter audiobook series, responded to questions about the boycott of J.K. Rowling due to her views on trans issues, expressing a desire for mutual respect and understanding amidst ongoing debates.
The Supreme Court's upcoming term is set to rule on key issues including Trump's executive powers, tariffs, election laws, trans rights, and the death penalty, with a conservative majority poised for significant decisions that could impact Trump's agenda and civil rights.
J.K. Rowling publicly criticized Emma Watson for her support of trans rights, accusing her of ignorance and referencing past private messages, amid ongoing disputes over Rowling's anti-trans comments and the broader debate on transgender issues in the Harry Potter community.
JK Rowling and Emma Watson have publicly clashed over trans rights, with Rowling criticizing Watson for her comments and perceived lack of understanding, leading to a strained relationship despite Watson's expressed love and respect for Rowling.
J.K. Rowling expressed her support for a parody video of Emma Watson after Watson addressed their complex relationship and her stance on trans rights, despite past disagreements over Rowling's anti-trans views. Watson emphasized her ability to cherish her personal relationships despite differing opinions, while Rowling criticized her and Daniel Radcliffe for opposing her views.
J.K. Rowling mocked Emma Watson after Watson's interview expressing her continued affection for Rowling, despite Rowling's controversial stance on trans rights. Rowling reposted a video mocking Watson, suggesting she was trying to regain favor for career reasons, indicating ongoing tension between the two.
Emma Watson continues to navigate her relationship with J.K. Rowling amid Rowling's controversial views on trans issues, emphasizing her support for trans rights and her desire to reconcile her personal respect for Rowling with their ideological differences.
Sabrina Carpenter used her debut performance of 'Tears' at the 2025 MTV VMAs to advocate for trans rights, featuring signs like 'Protect Trans Rights' and 'In Trans We Trust' and including drag performers and dancers in her act.
The Trump-era DOJ is considering measures to ban trans people from owning guns, framing trans identity as a mental illness and using mass shootings linked to trans individuals to justify further marginalization, which poses significant risks to trans people's rights and safety.
Pedro Pascal publicly condemned J.K. Rowling's anti-trans comments, calling them 'heinous loser behavior,' and emphasized his commitment to protecting trans individuals, inspired by his sister Lux Pascal's identity and his own values. He also celebrated his 50th birthday with a party featuring trans artist Honey Dijon, highlighting his support for the trans community.
Nine activists from the Gender Liberation Movement were arrested during a protest outside the Supreme Court against a ruling that upheld Tennessee's law banning gender-affirming care for minors, highlighting ongoing struggles for trans rights and bodily autonomy in the US.