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Bridgerton Star Joins Harry Potter Cast Against Rowling

4/21/2025

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Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan took a stand against J.K. Rowling's views on trans rights following a controversial UK Supreme Court ruling that defined a woman by biological sex. Coughlan's passionate social media post echoed the sentiments of her fellow Harry Potter stars—Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint—who rallied in support of trans rights, prompting a sarcastic retort from Rowling.

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Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan took a stand against J.K. Rowling's views on trans rights following a controversial UK Supreme Court ruling that defined a woman by biological sex. Coughlan's passionate social media post echoed the sentiments of her fellow Harry Potter stars—Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint—who rallied in support of trans rights, prompting a sarcastic retort from Rowling.