“It was a big decision because its probably the last major role Ill play,” Lithgow shared.

But after his casting was announced, Lithgow received an unexpected heads up.

That’s one way to find out how people feel.

John Lithgow and Dumbledore from Harry Potter

Image by Jefferson Chacon

“That was the canary in the coal mine.I thought, ‘Why is this a factor at all?’

I wonder how J.K. Rowling has absorbed it.

I suppose at a certain point Ill meet her, and Im curious to talk to her.”

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As for whether the backlash has made him second-guess his decision?

Lithgow brushed it off easily: Oh, heavens no.

However, he did note that controversial figures seem to be following him lately.

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Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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Source:Sunday Times

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