'Abbott Elementary' star Janelle James, 'Harry Potter' series star John Lithgow on J.K. Rowling controversy - podcast episode cover

'Abbott Elementary' star Janelle James, 'Harry Potter' series star John Lithgow on J.K. Rowling controversy

May 01, 20251 hr 8 minSeason 15Ep. 6
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The hilarious Janelle James sits down with Awardist host Gerrad Hall to chat about her expanded journey on season 4 of 'Abbott Elementary,' from her character's firing as principal to her potential new love life and her father re-entering her life. Plus, EW Editor-in-Chief Patrick Gomez joins Gerrad to discuss John Lithgow revealing criticism of his joining the 'Harry Potter' series amid backlash over author J.K. Rowling's anti-trans comments. Plus, Patrick shares who he thinks oughta get a nod for Best Reality Host, and we reveal the results of our weekly poll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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