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Transphobia Sparks Controversy at WNBA Game Between Fever and Dream
sports11 days ago

Transphobia Sparks Controversy at WNBA Game Between Fever and Dream

Defector columnist Tom Ley analyzes the Fever–Dream game where fans wore XX-XY shirts denouncing trans people, notes that security asked them to cover the shirts, and cites the league’s and Dream’s statements criticizing that action. The piece argues the league and team are coddling anti-trans messaging and critiques how media framing sanitizes the incident, calling out the broader dismissiveness toward transgender rights in the arena.

via Defector|
#atlanta-dream#inclusivity#security
Canadian director declines HBO's Harry Potter series over transphobia concerns
entertainment14 days ago

Canadian director declines HBO's Harry Potter series over transphobia concerns

Canadian director Ally Pankiw says she refused to direct the upcoming HBO Harry Potter TV series, calling it a stand against funding transphobia; fellow director Kate Herron also declined the project. The series is set to premiere December 25, 2026 on HBO Max (and Crave in Canada), as controversy over JK Rowling’s views on trans issues persists across the franchise.

via CBC|
#entertainment#harry-potter#hbo
Black Mirror’s Ally Pankiw Declines Hogwarts Directing Gig Over Transphobia Funding
television14 days ago

Black Mirror’s Ally Pankiw Declines Hogwarts Directing Gig Over Transphobia Funding

Black Mirror director Ally Pankiw posted a message showing she turned down directing HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter TV series, quipping 'Absolutely fucking not!' to funding transphobia. She clarified the refusal was about directing, not acting, and joined others in criticizing J.K. Rowling’s trans views amid ongoing backlash from stars and fans. The Potter series, with Rowling as an executive producer, is slated to premiere Christmas Day on HBO and stream on HBO Max globally.

via Deadline|
#ally-pankiw#deadline#harry-potter-tv-series
Kinks' Lola fuels clash as Moby calls it transphobic
music5 months ago

Kinks' Lola fuels clash as Moby calls it transphobic

Moby said he could no longer listen to the Kinks’ 1970 hit Lola after finding its lyrics “gross and transphobic.” Dave Davies responded on X defending the song, arguing it isn’t transphobic and highlighting LGBTQ history connected to Lola, including a letter from Jayne County praising the track. The exchange touches on Lola’s gender-bending themes and the broader context of its era.

via The Guardian|
#kinks#lgbtq#lola
LGBTQ+ Literary Community Boycotts Awards Over Controversial Nominations
culture-and-society1 year ago

LGBTQ+ Literary Community Boycotts Awards Over Controversial Nominations

Over 11 queer authors and judges have withdrawn from the UK-based Polari Prize and Polari First Book Prize in protest of the inclusion of John Boyne, a self-proclaimed TERF, due to his anti-trans views, sparking widespread community backlash and ongoing withdrawals. Meanwhile, legal actions and policy changes continue to impact transgender individuals in Georgia prisons and US military retirement policies.

via assignedmedia.org|
#culture-and-society#lgbtq#prizes
entertainment1 year ago

HBO Defends J.K. Rowling's Role in New 'Harry Potter' Series Amid Controversies

HBO is moving forward with a new Harry Potter series, despite controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling's anti-trans views. While Rowling remains heavily involved in the project, her statements have alienated parts of the fanbase and cast a shadow over the franchise. Some fans and actors have expressed support for trans rights, while others defend Rowling. The fandom is divided, with some advocating for boycotts and others seeking ways to engage with the series while opposing Rowling's views. HBO maintains that Rowling's involvement is beneficial, but the series faces challenges in uniting its audience.

via Variety|
#entertainment#fandom#harrypotter
Call of Duty's Pride Month Bundle Sparks Right-Wing Outrage
gaming2 years ago

Call of Duty's Pride Month Bundle Sparks Right-Wing Outrage

A possible bug in Call of Duty's latest update has led to a right-wing conspiracy theory about "trans bullets," with transphobic commentators falsely claiming the game promotes transgender violence. The issue appears to be isolated to a specific weapon skin and is likely a result of the game's complex shader system. Activision has not commented on the matter, but the controversy highlights ongoing tensions around LGBTQ+ representation in gaming.

via Kotaku|
#call-of-duty#gaming#pride-month
Karla Sofía Gascón Sues French Politician for Transphobic Comments After Cannes Win
entertainment-legal2 years ago

Karla Sofía Gascón Sues French Politician for Transphobic Comments After Cannes Win

"Emilia Pérez" star Karla Sofía Gascón has sued French far-right politician Marion Marechal for "sexist insult due to one's gender identity" following a transphobic social media post. Marechal's comments, made after Gascón's historic win at Cannes, have sparked outrage and led to legal action supported by six LGBTQ groups. If found guilty, Marechal could face imprisonment and fines.

via Variety|
#cannes-film-festival#entertainment-legal#karla-sofia-gascon
Karla Sofía Gascón Makes History as First Transgender Cannes Best Actress, Sues Politician for Transphobia
entertainment-politics2 years ago

Karla Sofía Gascón Makes History as First Transgender Cannes Best Actress, Sues Politician for Transphobia

Karla Sofia Gascón has filed a legal complaint against French far-right politician Marion Maréchal-Le Pen for transphobic comments made on social media after Gascón's historic Best Actress win at the Cannes Film Festival. The complaint, which follows a similar filing by six French LGBT+ groups, accuses Maréchal-Le Pen of "sexist contempt related to gender identity," a recently introduced offence in France's Criminal Code. Maréchal-Le Pen has dismissed the legal actions as intimidation by LGBT activists.

via Deadline|
#cannes-film-festival#entertainment-politics#karla-sofia-gascon