Overview

• In a September 29 X post, Rowling said Watson is "ignorant of how ignorant she is" after Watson told a podcast they had not discussed trans rights.
• Rowling wrote that she lived in poverty while writing Harry Potter and contrasted that with what she described as Watson's wealth and protection.
• She said death, rape and torture threats at the height of the backlash forced tighter personal security for her and her family.
• The post also criticized Watson and Daniel Radcliffe for serving as "de facto spokespeople" for the wizarding franchise years after their films.
• Online forum reposts of Rowling's statement show supportive fan reactions, and Vanity Fair reported it had sought comment from Watson.