As casting for a "Harry Potter" TV show is underway, HBO is supporting Executive Producer J.K. Rowling, who's been criticized for anti-trans rhetoric.

HBO supports J.K. Rowling's involvement with the new "Harry Potter" show as the core fanbase grapples with Rowling’s controversial views on trans identity.

As production begins on HBO’s “Harry Potter” TV series, the network has confirmed plans to involve J.K. Rowling, the author of the original book series, in the making of the show.

Representatives from HBO also stated that “J.K. Rowling has a right to express her personal views.” “We will remain focused on the development of the new series, which will only benefit from her involvement,” the statement read.

Discovery has gone ahead and embraced the J.K. Rowling of it all. The entertainment giant issued a statement today on Rowling’s involvement with the Harry Potter TV show it’s currently cooking up, writing that,

“We are proud to once again tell the story of Harry Potter — the heartwarming books that speak to power of friendship, resolve and acceptance,” the statement goes on to say. “J.K. Rowling has a right to express her personal views. We will remain focused on the development of the new series, which will only benefit from her involvement.”

HBO said J.K. Rowling has the "right to express her personal views" amid ongoing backlash for the "Harry Potter" author's comments against the trans community.

The television network called Rowling's involvement "invaluable" to the project, slated to debut between late 2026 and early 2027.

T he production of a new Harry Potter series by HBO has sparked a heated debate among fans of the saga. Now under the umbrella of Warner Bros Discovery, the network has issued a s