Harry Potter fans hold their collective breath anytime J.K. Rowling takes to X (formerly Twitter). The author behind one of the best-selling fantasy series of all time has caused wave after wave of controversy over the past few years with her transphobic and bigoted tweets.

JK Rowling will serve as executive producer in an eagerly anticipated Harry Potter reboot, which is expected to hit screens in 2027

JK Rowling's approval holds importance in the context of her past friction with the OG Harry Potter cast featuring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint. JK Rowling's transphobic comments did upset the OG cast who began their career as child stars in the Harry Potter films.