She was one of the world’s most prominent victims of cancel culture. Now it seems that J.K. Rowling is uncancelling herself. Some fans reckon a comeback is evidenced by her prominent role in the franchise’s upcoming return to screens with a new television show. The announcement of Rowling as Executive Producer has nonetheless sparked outrage in some corners.
The Telegraph has the story.
“I’m looking forward to being part of this new adaptation, which will allow for a degree of depth and detail only afforded by a long form television series,” the author said.
A few years ago, Rowling’s involvement in the project would hardly have come as a shock.
But the decision to involve the British author – and so publicly – marks a significant shift in tone.
Amid a backlash against her views on women’s rights and transgenderism, even mentioning Rowling’s name next to her works has been taboo in recent years.
At one event to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone last June, a journalist was infamously blocked from asking a question about her absence.
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