Actress Michelle Gomez has spoken out about joining the Harry Potter universe following backlash against her casting in a new production, as filming continues on the HBO series and more cast announcements . ‌

The 58-year-old Scottish actress, who is known for her roles in Doctor Who and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, spoke out on social media. ‌

Gomez faced fan outcry for starring in Pottermore Publishing and Audible's upcoming audio series of the Harry Potter books by J.K. Rowling, who has been espousing anti-trans rhetoric in recent years ‌

The Glasgow-born star posted a statement on her Instagram Stories on Wednesday (August 6), which read, as per Entertainment Weekly: “To my LGBTQ+ fans, and especially the trans community: I want to speak directly to the concerns that h

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