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Trans advocates are incensed over news Rupert Grint will reprise the role of Ron Weasley
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· August 30, 2026
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Key takeaway Grint will appear in a 17-week run of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway.
Trans advocates are expressing disappointment over Rupert Grint's decision to reprise his role as Ron Weasley. Grint will appear in a 17-week run of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway. He had previously distanced himself from author JK Rowling due to her anti-trans views.
Grint had shown support for the trans community in the past, stating that trans women are women and trans men are men, and that they should be able to live without judgement. His decision to participate in the production has been met with disappointment from trans advocates. Further details on the situation are available from the source, including reactions from the LGBTQ + community and Grint's past statements on the issue.
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Category: rights Published: August 30, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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