Emma Watson shared where her relationship with J.K. Rowling, the author of the "Harry Potter" series , stands, nearly 25 years after the first film premiered in theaters.
Watson, who played Hermione Granger in the film adaptations of the seven books, spoke about Rowling on the Sept. 24 episode of the "On Purpose With Jay Shetty" podcast .
Shetty asked Watson what she thinks about some of Rowling's comments about her, including the author saying she would not forgive Watson for her views on trans rights , and that Rowling implied Watson, among other cast members, ruins films for her .
"I really don't believe that by having had that experience and holding the love and support and views that I have, mean that I can't and don't treasure Jo and the person that I that I had person