Harry Potter’s Miriam Margolyes says abuse aimed at JK Rowling over trans views is ‘misplaced’

Miriam Margolyes has defended Harry Potter writer JK Rowling. (Getty)Harry Potter star Miriam Margolyes has said the anger directed at JK Rowling over her views on trans issues has been “misplaced”.The author and creator of the hit wizarding adventure stories has been the subject of abuse and even death threats from activists who disagree with her stance on protecting sex-based rights for women.Margolyes, 80, told the Radio Times: “There isn’t one answer to all these trans questions. We all know people who are slightly pansy or a bit butch or whatever you call it.”But I think the vituperation JK Rowling has received is misplaced. I don’t know her at all. I admire her as a human being. She’s a generous woman, she’s a brilliant writer.”Read more: Harry Potter star Robbie Coltrane defends JK Rowling in transphobia rowJK Rowling said trans activists have threatened to beat rape and murder her. (Getty Images)The actor and TV presenter played Hogwarts herbology teacher… Click below to read the full story from Yahoo Movies UK
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