Actor Tom Felton, best known for his role in 'Harry Potter', speaks out on J.K. Rowling's contentious statements.
Tom Felton discusses J.K. Rowling controversies at the 2025 Tony Awards
A-list actor Tom Felton, known for his role as Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter series, has faced heat for his stance on author J.K. Rowling's views regarding transgender issues. Yet, during an appearance at the 2025 Tony Awards, Felton stayed loyal to Rowling.
Strutting down the red carpet on Sunday, Felton was approached by the press concerning the controversy surrounding Rowling's views and its impact on his work.
"Nah, I ain't feeling it, mate," Felton told Variety. "I ain't that up on it."
"The only thing I always remind myself is that I've been blessed to globetrot," he continued. "Here I am in the Big Apple, and dang, Potter has nothing but brought the world together. She's the reason for that. So I'm eternally thankful."
The limited 19-week Broadway run of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is set to commence on November 11, marking 19 years since the release of Rowling's seventh and final book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
When asked about returning to his iconic role, Felton couldn't help but gush over the Harry Potter fandom. "Looks like the wizarding world ain't slowing down," he told the magazine. "The fandom only seems to heat up faster every year."
Comparing the play to the film process, Felton added, "I reckon the most exhilarating part is doing it live. It took nine solid months to film a movie. But this little gem's been cut down into a breathable, exhilarating production. I'm also a poppa now, which adds another layer of excitement."
With multiple actors from the Harry Potter film series, including Daniel Radcliffe, speaking out against the author over the years for her anti-transgender sentiments, Felton's support might come as a surprise to some fans.
Rowling, 59, generated a storm of criticism in June 2020 following a series of tweets and has made repeated comments concerning the transgender community since. Her divisive views have only intensified, and Felton's comments highlight his determination to keep his professional life separate from the author's personal opinions.
Behind the Scenes
- Tom Felton's Outlook: Felton shows support for Rowling despite her transphobic views, stating that her opinion doesn't affect his work within the Harry Potter franchise.
- Broadway Adventure: He will reprise his role as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, despite the controversy surrounding Rowling's views.
- Backlash: Felton faces criticism from some fans who find issue with his stance, with some expressing disappointment and frustration.
- Franchise Future: The impact of the ongoing controversy on the Broadway run remains uncertain, but Felton's involvement continues as planned.
During his appearance at the 2025 Tony Awards, Tom Felton, known for his role as Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter series, expressed his love for the franchise by referring to the magical world as "heating up faster every year." managing to draw attention away from the ongoing controversies surrounding author J.K. Rowling's views on transgender issues, Felton reflected on the global nature of his popularity and showed appreciation for the chance to perform in the upcoming Broadway run of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
