Brief
Trans‑rights activists rush red carpet at London Harry Potter show
Masked activists briefly blocked the carpet before security removed them, as celebrities including Vanessa Feltz arrived.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Masked trans‑rights activists rushed onto the red carpet ahead of the gala performance of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at London’s Palace Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 15, according to Standard.co.uk.
What happened
The protesters, wearing hats and a t‑shirt that read “Rowling money kills,” laid on the carpet as celebrities arrived. Security quickly removed them.
What was said
The article notes the t‑shirt appeared to criticize author J.K. Rowling, whose views on gender identity have sparked controversy.
How it came about
The incident follows a wave of protests targeting Harry‑Potter‑related events after Rowling’s outspoken comments on biological sex and gender identity.
Key facts
- Trans‑rights activists rushed the red carpet at the Palace Theatre on Oct. 15 (standard.co.uk)
- One protester wore a “Rowling money kills” t‑shirt (standard.co.uk)
- Security removed the protesters quickly (standard.co.uk)
- Celebrities present included Vanessa Feltz, Richard Arnold, Anne Hegerty and Angellica Bell (standard.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] standard.co.uk — originally reported as “Trans rights activists rush carpet before Harry Potter And The Cursed Child show”
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