Keira Knightley has addressed the backlash to her joining the Harry Potter franchise as author JK Rowling’s comments continue to create divide.

Last month, it was announced that the Bend It Like Beckham actress, 40, would be voicing Professor Umbridge in Audible’s seven-part audiobook adaptation of the wizarding franchise.

Other cast members include Hugh Laurie as the voice of Albus Dumbledore, while Matthew Macfadyen will play Lord Voldemort. There are over 200 actors taking part in total.

As for Rowling’s involvement, the 60-year-old is producing the new audiobook series with Audible via her Pottermore Publishing company.

Consequently, fans of the Love Actually actress expressed disappointment in her casting, given how Rowling has been at the centre of transphobia controversy for sev

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