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Michelle Gomez Declares “I Stand With Trans People” Following ‘Harry Potter’ Audible Casting Backlash
As the 'Harry Potter' universe expands to new mediums, Michelle Gomez is the latest actor to speak out against J.K. Rowling's anti-trans views.
Harry Potter audiobook star Michelle Gomez addresses J.K. Rowling-sized elephant in the room
Gomez affirmed her support for trans people, while co-stars Hugh Laurie and Matthew Macfadyen have yet to comment.
Harry Potter star Michelle Gomez's statement in full as Voldemort casting announced
Among those cast in the Audible production are House and The Night Manager star Hugh Laurie as Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore, Succession and Pride and Prejudice star Matthew Macfadyen as Lord Voldemort, Sound of Metal’s Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape, and The Good Wife actress Cush Jumbo who serves as the narrator for the books.
Doctor Who's Michelle Gomez posts message to LGBTQ+ fans after Harry Potter casting news
Doctor Who star Michelle Gomez has issued a statement addressed to her LGBTQ+ followers about her involvement in an upcoming series of Harry Potter audiobooks, after facing criticism from some fans for contributing to work from author JK Rowling. Harry Potter author Rowling has faced backlash in some quarters due to her views on transgender rights.
Michelle Gomez responds to backlash over “Harry Potter” casting: 'I understand why this is painful'
"I now understand more clearly how deeply complicated and hurtful this association can feel," the Scottish actor adds.
Harry Potter star Michelle Gomez on 'painful' casting backlash as Voldemort star confirmed
Gomez encountered fan backlash for her involvement in Pottermore Publishing and Audible's forthcoming audio adaptation of the Harry Potter novels by J. K. Rowling, who has been promoting anti-trans views in recent years. She is one of a number of stars in the Audible production.
Meet the cast of the “Harry Potter” audiobooks: Hugh Laurie, Matthew Macfadyen, Michelle Gomez and more
"Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" debuts Nov. 4, with each of the remaining six audiobooks releasing monthly.
Michelle Gomez Reacts To Backlash Over Her Role In New Harry Potter Series
She and her new co-stars have been met with criticism for their involvement in the new project due to the ongoing controversy surrounding author JK Rowling.
Michelle Gomez Breaks Silence on Harry Potter Casting After LGBTQ Backlash
One of the new stars joining the Harry Potter franchise in its newest project was compelled to address the controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling.
Harry Potter star Michelle Gomez responds to casting criticism as Voldemort actor confirme
The Audible production boasts a stellar lineup including Hugh Laurie of House fame as Albus Dumbledore, Succession's Matthew Macfadyen voicing Lord Voldemort, Riz Ahmed from Sound of Metal as Professor Snape, and The Good Wife's Cush Jumbo narrating the magical saga.
Harry Potter Audiobooks Reveals Cast Led By Hugh Laurie, Matthew Macfadyen, Riz Ahmed & Michelle Gomez; Cush Gumbo To Narrate; Release Dates Set
Pottermore Publishing and Audible have unveiled the star-studded cast lineup for Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions. ...
Harry Potter's New Professor McGonagall Addresses Fans After Casting Outrage
Amid ongoing controversy surrounding Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling, Michelle Gomez has spoken out after being cast in the ...
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Audible's 'Harry Potter' Full-Cast Audio Production Debuts Nov. 4. You Can Preorder Now
More than 200 actors lent their voices to the project, and "additional cast members will be announced this fall," Audible and ...