Evanna Lynch dismisses talk of ‘rift’ between JK Rowling and Harry Potter cast

The author has become a controversial figure since the films’ release over her comments on gender identity

Evanna Lynch rejects narrative of ‘rift’ between JK Rowling and Harry Potter cast (Jonathan Brady/ PA)

Evanna Lynch says she “strongly disagrees” with the media narrative of a rift between JK Rowling and the Harry Potter cast, with the actress adding the cast’s members have “great respect” for the author.

The actress, who played airy Luna Lovegood in the franchise, said everyone on set held “strong beliefs” but insisted the writer had not been given the “cold shoulder”.