gg2
Lilly Wachowski criticizes Harry Potter support
The gist
Lilly Wachowski said supporting Harry Potter means supporting trans genocide.
Her remarks land as HBO's new Harry Potter series nears its December 25 release.
How it unfolded
- Sep 11, 2026In a Variety profile about her new studio Anarchists United, Lilly Wachowski said of J.K. Rowling, "She is funding trans genocide... if you support 'Harry Potter,' you're supporting trans genocide."
- Sep 11, 2026Wachowski said money spent enjoying the products partly goes to Rowling and into funding anti-trans legislation worldwide, adding that continued support of the shows is "supporting my eradication."
- Sep 11, 2026Wachowski called Rowling a Nazi and compared her to Elon Musk, and cited Musk and Tesla as other examples of celebrities criticized for their political and humanitarian views.