David Tennant Questions Return to Harry Potter TV Series Over J.K. Rowling's Role

The actor cited Rowling's likely disapproval of him, tied to their opposing views on transgender rights, as a reason for his potential absence from the HBO production.

David Tennant, speaking at Planet Comicon 2025, expressed doubts about reprising his role in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series due to J.K. Rowling's involvement as an executive producer.
Tennant suggested that his criticism of Rowling's anti-transgender rhetoric might influence his exclusion from the project, referencing an 'executive producer who doesn’t love me.'
Rowling has not publicly responded to Tennant's latest remarks, though their feud over transgender rights has been ongoing since 2024.
Rowling's role in the production continues to draw backlash from fans and actors, with calls for boycotts persisting against the series.
The Harry Potter TV series, currently in production for HBO, has already cast several roles but remains a source of controversy due to Rowling's divisive views.