J.K. Rowling finally reveals reason for her absence from HBO Max’s Harry Potter special

Author Says She Didn’t Want To Be In Film Special

J.K. Rowlingtopic author Harry Potter, has become a controversial figure due to a series of transphobic statements he made on his website and social media. Because of this, it is considered that Warner distanced herself from the creator to avoid a headache, but now Rowling claims that she cut off contact herself.

For context, it is worth remembering that in 2021 it was launched on HBO Max film legacy special Harry Potterwhere the meeting of the three main characters took place – Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson as well as Rupert Grint. Rowling, in turn, has been noticeably absent, as she is the creator of this entire universe. Reports soon surfaced that she was cut from the special, with the exception of a brief second appearance made from archival footage.

Now, in 2022, JK Rowling has appeared on talk show in Graham Norton to promote his new novel, signed by a pseudonym Robert Galbraith. The facilitator then quotes the special and claims it was omitted, but the author quickly corrects this (via Vanity Fair):

“I was not expelled, in fact – I was asked to participate, and I refused. I thought it was more about the movies than the books, you know? That’s right, by the way, since the anniversary movie was a franchise, so no one stopped me.”

J.K. Rowling refused to star in a special issue dedicated to the legacy of Harry Potter in theaters.

J.K. Rowling also ended up revealing that she was in touch with some of the film’s cast, without giving names. The author’s claim is not entirely unprecedented: in December 2021, her team said the same for Entertainment Weeklybut this is the first time the answer comes straight by itself.

The author should revisit the adaptations of the franchise, as the new administration Warner Brazzers. Opening is very interested in relaunching the brand and strengthening the relationship with JK Rowling, as the new president of the company has already stated.

Legacy Special Event Harry Potter is available in theaters on the HBO Max catalog.

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