JK Rowling dismisses Emma Watson as 'ignorant' over trans rights row

JK Rowling confronts Emma Watson, labeling her as 'ignorant' amidst their disagreement on trans rights. Watson expressed her ongoing affection for Rowling despite their opposing stances. Rowling retaliated, accusing Watson of exacerbating the controversy. The author critiqued Watson's lack of real-life experience and privileged perspective on gender issues, leading to a public fallout between the former friends.