JK Rowling has wielded significant influence over Warner Bros for 25 years, gaining power as Harry Potter's popularity rose. Despite controversy over her views on trans issues, Warner Bros is working to mend relations with her, recognizing her as a crucial talent in their family.
I love @jk_rowling. In an era when most super rich and super famous people either lie or shut their mouths on gender issues to avoid criticism, she refuses to accept bullshit and speaks the truth no matter the consequences on men pretending to be women. https://t.co/K8y5mZit35
How J.K. Rowling became the most important talent in the Warner Bros. family and how she's amassed unprecedented creative power over a multi-billion franchise. Great read by @erichschwartzel: https://t.co/87ge8JB491
Here @WSJ reports on Warner Bros’ efforts to thaw its relations with @JK_Rowling after she resented the studio for not backing her strongly when activists came after her regarding her views on trans issues. The firestorm has not impacted the business of Potter much, WB found.… https://t.co/Q4Wx96eJZH
For 25 years, JK Rowling held remarkable sway over Warner, which bought the rights to her fantasy series when she was an unknown. As Harry Potter’s popularity grew, her power soared. But can she be uncancelled? https://t.co/eKFHAVQdQz https://t.co/1xTZMA9yEL
REVEALED: Incredible secrets of how JK Rowling controls Harry Potter brand by 'holding meetings filled with screaming and crying'...as Warner Bros. says she's as important as Clint Eastwood or Steven Spielberg https://t.co/DvCpl0cjxL https://t.co/NR8dD4Uyni