J.K. Rowling has stated that reconciliation with actress Emma Watson is unlikely despite Watson’s recent remarks about their relationship. The author responded to Watson’s comments on social media, criticizing her views on the trans community and suggesting she opposes criticism of Rowling’s stance.
Rowling became close with Watson and other “Harry Potter” co-stars during the film adaptations. However, they distanced themselves due to disagreements over transgender issues in 2020. Now, Rowling believes that even though Watson expresses affection for her despite their differences, she still publicly criticizes her views on the trans community.
Rowling accused Watson of being “ignorant” about the dangers associated with her pro-trans stance and claimed that Watson lacks experience with real-life struggles. The author also expressed frustration over Watson’s participation in an “activist movement” that regularly calls for criticism of its friends, whom it considers like a mother figure.
In response to Watson’s comments, Rowling stated that she is exercising her right to criticize the actress publicly, despite acknowledging that Watson has the freedom to disagree with her.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/media/jk-rowling-slams-emma-watson-after-podcast-remarks-says-shes-ignorant-how-ignorant-she-is