‘Harry Potter’ Series Star Bel Powley Says ‘I Strongly Disagree With J.K. Rowling’s Views on Gender’: ‘The Trans Community Deserve Safety and Dignity’

Bel Powley, who portrays Petunia Dursley in the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series, has expressed strong disagreement with J.K. Rowling's views on gender. Powley stated that the trans community deserves safety, dignity, respect, and total acceptance. The first season of the highly anticipated TV adaptation is set to premiere this Christmas. The actress spoke out against the author's controversial stances in the lead-up to the show, advocating for the rights and dignity of transgender individuals.