David Tennant has publicly criticized J.K. Rowling for her support of the U.K. Supreme Court ruling that trans women should not be recognized as women under the Equality Act. Drawing parallels to the historical Section 28 legislation, which prohibited the promotion of homosexuality in schools, Tennant argues that the current treatment of the trans community is similarly regressive. Despite acknowledging Rowling's literary contributions, he advocates for societal acceptance and non-interference in people's personal identities. Tennant's comments reflect a broader pushback against Rowling's views, echoing sentiments from other public figures. His statements underscore a call for empathy and understanding towards marginalized communities, emphasizing the importance of letting individuals live authentically without societal barriers.

David Tennant, known for his role in Harry Potter, has spoken out against J.K. Rowling's celebration of a legal ruling that denies trans women recognition under the Equality Act.

He compares the current situation facing the trans community to the effects of Section 28, a law from Margaret Thatcher's era that banned the promotion of homosexuality in schools, which he views as similarly outdated and unjust.

While Tennant respects Rowling as an author, he urges for a more inclusive society where people are allowed to live without interference or judgment based on their identity.

His remarks highlight a growing trend of public figures opposing Rowling's stance on transgender issues, suggesting a cultural shift towards greater acceptance of transgender rights.

By calling for societal non-interference in personal identity, Tennant emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding in addressing the needs and rights of marginalized groups.

David Tennant is urging J.K. Rowling to curb her anti-trans comments.

The 55-year-old actor, who played Barty Crouch Jr. in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, voiced his opinion about J.K. openly celebrating the U.K.’s Supreme Court ruling that trans women should not be recognized as women under the Equality Act.

“When I was a teenager, there was this thing that Margaret Thatcher’s government introduced called section 28, which was about stopping the promotion of homosexuality in school, which was a weird umbrella term, which was basically saying it was illegal to talk about being gay in school, or to suggest that that might be a normal way of behaving,” he said while on a recent episode of The Assembly, per The Guardian.

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“We look back on that now as a medieval, absurd thing to try and say, and I think the way the trans community is being demonized and othered is exactly the same,” he added.

He continued, “J.K. Rowling is a wonderful author who’s created brilliant stories, and I wish her no ill will, but I hope that we can all as a society, just let people be. Just get out of people’s way.”

If you didn’t see, earlier this month, another actor criticized J.K.‘s support of the U.K.’s anti-trans ruling.