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Over 400 UK Film and TV Professionals Condemn Supreme Court Ruling on Gender Definition

The open letter, signed by prominent actors and creators, calls for industry action to protect trans, non-binary, and intersex communities following the court's decision to define 'woman' by biological sex.

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Overview

  • The UK Supreme Court ruled on April 16 that the legal definition of 'woman' under the Equality Act is based on biological sex, excluding transgender women.
  • More than 400 film and TV professionals, including stars like Eddie Redmayne, Bella Ramsey, and Paapa Essiedu, signed an open letter opposing the ruling.
  • The letter asserts that the decision undermines the lived experiences and safety of trans, non-binary, and intersex individuals in the UK.
  • Signatories are urging organizations such as BAFTA and the BBC to publicly denounce the ruling and commit to safeguarding trans talent within the industry.
  • J.K. Rowling, who financially supported the legal challenge, celebrated the ruling, further intensifying tensions within the entertainment community.