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John Lithgow Defends Staying with Harry Potter Series
Filed: Apr 04, 2026 at 2:01 PM ET
Summary: John Lithgow addresses concerns over J.K. Rowling's trans views, stating he felt compelled to remain in the HBO series.
WHO: John Lithgow
WHAT: Defended his decision to stay with the Harry Potter HBO series
WHEN: Apr 04, 2026 at 1:53 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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