Tom Felton stands by his decision to return to the “Harry Potter” franchise despite the J.K. Rowling drama.

The British actor, 37, spoke to Variety at the 2025 Tony Awards on Sunday and was asked if Rowling’s controversial views on the transgender community affected his decision to reprise his role as Draco Malfoy in Broadway’s “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.” 8

“No, I can’t say it does,” Felton told the outlet. “I’m not really that attuned.”

“The only thing I always remind myself is that I’ve been lucky enough to travel the world — here I am in New York — and I have not seen anything bring the world together more than ‘Potter , ‘ and she’s responsible for that,” Felton continued. “So I’m incredibly grateful.” 8

Felton played Draco in all eight “Harry Potter” mov

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