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When asked about her awareness of the controversy and whether she was conscious of calls for a boycott linked to Rowling’s views on trans issues, Knightly responded with honesty and grace. She admitted she was unaware of the controversy before joining the project, emphasizing her focus on the work itself.
More notably, she responded to a pointed question about Rowling’s "campaign against trans people" with a simple, respectful answer: she was not aware of such a campaign and expressed hope that society could find ways to coexist peacefully despite differing opinions. Her response was met with applause because it exemplified the kind of respectful discourse that is desperately needed amid heated debates.