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CelebrityYahoo CelebrityAshanti, Ellen DeGeneres and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson among celebrities directly impacted by the coronavirus
Kanye West, Madonna and Tom Hanks have all suffered from COVID-19.
CelebrityYahoo CelebrityEddie Izzard defends J.K. Rowling, explains pronoun preferences: 'I prefer to be called Eddie, that covers everything. I’m gender-fluid.'
The British comedian recently asked to be addressed by "she" and "her" pronouns.
EntertainmentThe WrapMads Mikkelsen Will Play Gellert Grindelwald in ‘Fantastic Beasts 3’
Mads Mikkelsen is set to play evil wizard Gellert Grindelwald, replacing original star Johnny Depp, in “Fantastic Beasts 3,” Warner Bros. announced on Wednesday.Depp quit the franchise after being asked to resign by Warner Bros. earlier this month in the wake of his libel case in the U.K.The latest installment in the “Fantastic Beasts” series is currently in production at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, outside of London. No scenes will need to be reshot, despite Depp leaving the film and his role being recast, an individual with knowledge of the situation told TheWrap. The film has, however, been delayed to the summer of 2022 after most recently being scheduled for release in November 2021.Also Read: Johnny Depp Can't Appeal Libel Case Against The Sun, Judge RulesEddie Redmayne stars in the “Fantastic Beasts” franchise as wizard Newt Scamander, alongside Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Jude Law and Ezra Miller. David Yates is returning to direct the third film, based on a screenplay from “Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling inspired by her book “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.”“Fantastic Beasts 3” will now open in theaters on July 15, 2022, one week after “Captain Marvel 2.” The most recent film in the franchise, “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald,” opened in October 2018 and made $654.8 million worldwide.Mads Mikkelsen most recently wrapped production on “Chaos Walking,” directed by Doug Liman.Mikkelsen is repped by UTA and Art Management in Denmark.Read original story Mads Mikkelsen Will Play Gellert Grindelwald in ‘Fantastic Beasts 3’ At TheWrap
EntertainmentUSA TODAY Entertainment'What's wrong with her?': Pete Davidson talks J.K. Rowling controversy on 'SNL'
The news may have broken over the summer, but with "Saturday Night Live" back now, Pete Davidson is now weighing in on the J.K. Rowling controversy.
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity'Glee' actor and fantasy novelist Chris Colfer calls J.K. Rowling's trans comments 'really disappointing'
Colfer has been an outspoken supporter of the LGBTQ community.
EntertainmentYahoo Celebrity'Fantastic Beasts' star Eddie Redmayne calls 'vitriol' aimed at J.K. Rowling 'absolutely disgusting'
Rowling has sparked backlash with her comments on the transgender community.
EntertainmentYahoo CelebrityHow will J.K. Rowling's transgender controversy impact her legacy? 'We reserve the right to ignore her,' fans say
The "Harry Potter" author is standing by her remarks — but will fans stand by her?
EntertainmentYahoo CelebrityJ.K. Rowling is again facing allegations of transphobia. Here's what sparked it this time around.
It seems the "Harry Potter" author — whose latest claim to fame has been getting accused by many of transphobia after wading into controversial discussions about gender and biological sex — is once again the topic of criticism.
EntertainmentVarietyJ.K. Rowling Returns Kennedy Family Award Following Kerry Kennedy Remarks
"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling has emerged into a fresh controversy after she returned the Ripple of Hope Award bestowed upon her by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights organization in December 2019, following criticism from Kerry Kennedy. Kerry is the daughter of Robert F. Kennedy, and the president of the organization. "Over the course […]
WorldYahoo CelebrityJ.K. Rowling returns to transgender debate as she predicts 'medical scandal' over gender identity clinics
The "Harry Potter" author has sparked controversy with her remarks on the transgender community.
HealthYahoo CelebrityJ.K. Rowling tells critics 'can't pretend I care much about your bad opinion of me' in new debate on trans health
Rowling's latest tweets on hormone therapy have sparked more controversy for the author.
CelebrityYahoo CelebrityStephen King says 'trans women are women' after J.K. Rowling thanks him for retweeting remarks on recent controversy
Rowling was accused of being transphobic after arguing that women should be entitled to single-sex spaces.
EntertainmentVariety‘Harry Potter’ Screenwriter Steve Kloves Speaks Out on J.K. Rowling’s Anti-Trans Views (EXCLUSIVE)
Steve Kloves, "Harry Potter" screenwriter and "Fantastic Beasts" producer, has broken his silence on "Potter" author J.K. Rowling's controversial statements about transgender identity. "Our diversity is our strength," Kloves says in an exclusive statement to Variety. "In these challenging times, it's more important than ever that transgender women and men, and people who are non-binary, feel […]
WorldEvening StandardRupert Grint says he 'firmly stands with the trans community' after JK Rowling's controversial comments
Harry Potter star Rupert Grint has spoken out in support of trans rights following the online backlash against JK Rowling.The author has faced criticism for tweets addressing trans women and wrote a lengthy blog on Wednesday saying her interest in trans issues stemmed from being a survivor of abuse and having concerns around single-sex spaces.
EntertainmentYahoo CelebrityJ.K. Rowling explains 'intensely personal' reasons she spoke out on transgender issues
The "Harry Potter" author defended herself after she was called out for posting transphobic tweets.
EntertainmentVarietyWhat J.K. Rowling’s Anti-Trans Views Could Mean for ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Franchise — and ‘Harry Potter’ Fans
J.K. Rowling posted a series of tweets on June 6 to her 14.5 million followers that made clear the author of the global bestselling "Harry Potter" book series does not believe that transgender women are women or transgender men are men. "If sex isn't real, there's no same-sex attraction," Rowling tweeted. "If sex isn't real, […]
CelebrityVarietyDaniel Radcliffe Responds to J.K. Rowling’s Anti-Trans Tweets: ‘Transgender Women Are Women’
"Harry Potter" star Daniel Radcliffe posted a lengthy response on Monday to controversial anti-trans tweets posted by author J.K. Rowling on June 6. "Transgender women are women," Radcliffe wrote in an essay posted to the website of the Trevor Project, a non-profit dedicated to crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ people. "Any statement to […]
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'Harry Potter' actress Katie Leung responds to J.K. Rowling's comments about trans women
Rowling has sparked backlash following her remarks on trans women.
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'Harry Potter' author J.K. Rowling says she's 'fully recovered' after experiencing 'all symptoms' of COVID-19
The "Harry Potter" author said she had been experiencing symptoms over the last two weeks, but was not tested.
EntertainmentVarietyJ.K. Rowling Launches ‘Harry Potter at Home’ Digital Hub
J.K. Rowling has launched "Harry Potter at Home," a digital hub with a cauldron full of treats to keep young children occupied while they are held captive at home during the coronavirus crisis. The hub, which includes contributions from publishing houses Bloomsbury and Scholastic, has magical craft videos, fun articles, quizzes, puzzles and more for […]
EntertainmentYahoo Entertainment4 new 'Harry Potter' e-books will teach magic to Muggles: Pre-order the 'Journey Through...' series now
The "Journey Through" series from Pottermore publishing arrives this summer.
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EntertainmentYahoo MoviesHere's the story behind Dumbledore's secret love and secret [spoiler!] in 'Fantastic Beasts 2'
A guide to everything that happened at the end of "The Crimes of Grindelwald" and how it all fits in with the greater Wizarding World of Harry Potter story.
EntertainmentYahoo MoviesEzra Miller on Johnny Depp's controversial 'Fantastic Beasts' casting: 'None of us were consulted'
The actor tiptoes around the casting controversy that has surrounded the "Fantastic Beasts" installment.
EntertainmentYahoo MoviesMacaulay Culkin asks J.K. Rowling to cast him in 'Fantastic Beasts' — and fans are into it
The “Home Alone” star would make a pretty good Malfoy.
EntertainmentYahoo MoviesCries of racism erupt over the casting of Nagini in latest 'Fantastic Beasts' installment
One of two Asian "Harry Potter" characters is ... an evil pet snake?
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