JK Rowling issued a pointed response to recent remarks by Emma Watson regarding their differing views on transgender rights, reigniting a public dispute between the author and the actor. In a long post on X, Rowling said that the actor is "ignorant of how ignorant she is." The author, whose statements on gender identity have previously sparked controversy, accused Watson of pouring "petrol in the flames" at a time when Rowling faced significant personal threats.

Watson, who played Hermione Granger in the 'Harry Potter' film series, has publicly expressed support for transgender rights while also emphasising her ongoing respect for Rowling.

Rowling addressed Watson's approach to the controversy, stating, "Like other people who've never experienced adult life uncushioned by wealth and fa

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