what happened to jk rowling

J.K. Rowling has remained a controversial figure, especially due to her public statements on transgender issues over the past several years. In 2025, she launched the J.K. Rowling Women's Fund, which aims to support legal actions focused on women's sex-based rights, a move seen by many as aligned with anti- trans advocacy. Rowling has publicly insisted on biological definitions of women and has criticized the concept of trans children, sparking significant backlash. She also celebrated a UK Supreme Court ruling that limited the legal definition of a woman to biological sex, which excluded trans women from certain protections, calling it a victory for "TERFs" (trans-exclusionary radical feminists). Her controversies have strained relationships with some of the Harry Potter film stars, notably a public dispute with Emma Watson, whom Rowling called "ignorant" regarding trans rights discussions. Despite the controversies, Rowling continues to publish novels, including the 2025 release of "The Hallmarked Man," the eighth book in her Cormoran Strike series, and remains active in philanthropic efforts through her fund and other causes.