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David Tennant makes dig at JK Rowling when asked about Harry Potter

Harry Potter David Tennant JK Rowling Albus Dumbledore Daniel Radcliffe Emma Watson John Lithgow Rupert Grint

Actor David Tennant seemingly made a dig at J.K. Rowling regarding her potential involvement in the new Harry Potter series.
Tennant, who played Barty Crouch Jr. in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, suggested an unnamed executive producer on the show "doesn't love me".
This comment follows previous online exchanges between Tennant and Rowling, where she criticised his support for trans rights.
Rowling has also targeted other Harry Potter actors, including Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, for their pro-trans views.
The new Harry Potter series, currently under development, has already cast John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore.

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