Emma Watson appeared on the Jay Shetty Podcast for a two hour conversation last week. Watson said the split between them does not stop her from valuing the author or the memories they share. Key Points in Rowling’s MessageRowling emphasized that Watson and co‑star Daniel Radcliffe are free to voice their opinions about gender identity. Rowling said Watson sent a handwritten note apologizing for what she was going through, but that note arrived when threats against Rowling were at their peak. The tweet appeared days after Rowling praised a spoof video that mocked Watson’s podcast appearance.