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Bel Powley Says She “Strongly Disagrees” With J.K. Rowling’s Transphobia Despite Taking Role in Harry Potter Reboot
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· August 10, 2026
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Key takeaway Bel Powley, who will play Petunia Dursley in the upcoming Harry Potter television series, has made it clear that she does not share Rowling's transphobic views.
K. Rowling's views on trans people. Bel Powley, who will play Petunia Dursley in the upcoming Harry Potter television series, has made it clear that she does not share Rowling's transphobic views.
The actress will appear in the HBO Max series, set to stream later this year. Further details about her comments and the series are available from the source. Powley's statement comes as the Harry Potter franchise continues to be popular in the local area, with many residents having grown up with the books and films.
For more information on Powley's comments and the upcoming series, readers can refer to the original source.
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Category: rights Published: August 10, 2026 Source: them. Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A local actress has spoken out about her disagreement with J.K. Rowling's views on trans people. Bel Powley, who will play Petunia Dursley in the upcoming Harry Potter television series, has made it…
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