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Quote of the Day: Albus Dumbledore's word of wisdom on power — ‘Those who are…’
Live Mint 22 Mar 2026
The Harry Potter series, authored by J.K. Rowling, explores themes of power, friendship, and courage, becoming a significant cultural phenomenon with over 600 million copies sold globally ....
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John Lithgow reveals he almost backed out of playing Albus Dumbledore in Harry Potter series ...
The Daily Mail 21 Mar 2026
After it was announced the American actor, 80, would be taking on the role last October, he was quickly met by backlash calling for him to walk away from the project over JK Rowling's views on trans rights ....
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John Lithgow Says He Almost Backed Out of Playing Dumbledore in HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Over J.K. Rowling Backlash
The Hollywood Reporter 20 Mar 2026
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Dumbledore actor considered quitting HBO Harry Potter series over J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans views
NME 20 Mar 2026
John Lithgow has said he considered quitting the Harry Potter TV show over the backlash he received due to author J.K ... The veteran actor will be playing Professor Dumbledore in the upcoming HBO series, set to premiere in 2027 and run for 10 seaons ... .
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Caledon family's dog named Dumbledore goes missing during home invasion
Toronto Sun 19 Mar 2026
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New Dumbledore actor says he almost quit HBO's Harry Potter show over J.K. Rowling's controversial opinions
Games Radar 18 Mar 2026
John Lithgow, who is playing Albus Dumbledore in HBO's upcoming adaptation of Harry Potter, has admitted he was very close to quitting the project due to author J.K ... And Dumbledore is a beautiful role," he explained.
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1 Year Later, Harry Potter’s New Dumbledore Admits He’s Considered Quitting Over J.K. Rowling Controversy
Collider 18 Mar 2026
But for John Lithgow, stepping into the role of Albus Dumbledore came with a lot more baggage than just taking ...
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Mads Mikkelsen’s Most Divisive Fantasy Film Is Getting Its Due on Streaming
Collider 20 Feb 2026
He started opposite Harrison Ford in his final performance as the globetrotting adventurer in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Mikkelsen is also famous for playing Dr ... ....
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Harry Potter TV show's Dumbledore actor John Lithgow swipes at JK Rowling's 'ironic and inexplicable' ...
The Daily Mail 02 Feb 2026
The actor, who has played�a cardinal, serial killer, prime minister, alien and a president through his career, was revealed as the new Albus Dumbledore last year ....
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’Harry Potter’s New Dumbledore Claims J.K. Rowling Is “Not Really Involved” in the HBO Series
Collider 02 Feb 2026
... onto the series, including the upcoming replacement for Michael Gambon's iconic Albus Dumbledore.
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New Dumbledore John Lithgow finds JK Rowling’s trans views “inexplicable” as ‘Harry Potter’ is about ...
NME 02 Feb 2026
The actor is set to play the Hogwarts headmaster Dumbledore in the new HBO series adaptation of Rowling’s books, which has attracted controversy amid the author’s views ... He added ... And Dumbledore is a beautiful role.” ... .
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‘Jimpa’ Star John Lithgow on Playing Dumbledore in ‘Harry Potter’ Series and J.K. Rowling’s Trans ...
Variety 01 Feb 2026
John Lithgow opened up about playing Dumbledore in the upcoming “Harry ...
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Harry Potter's John Lithgow Candidly Shares His Stance On J.K. Rowling And His Commitment To Playing Dumbledore Despite Fans' Criticisms
Cinema Blend 01 Feb 2026
Now, Dumbledore actor John Lithgow is sharing his take on the matter and discussing his commitment to playing his character ... to be playing the beloved Dumbledore.. Dumbledore is a beautiful role.
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