JK Rowling, the author of the beloved Harry Potter series, has recently revealed why she was not part of the Return to Hogwarts reunion that took place in August 2022. According to Rowling, she chose not to participate because the reunion was more focused on the films than the books.
Rowling explained that she was asked to be part of the reunion, but she decided against it. She believes that the reunion was rightly focused on the films, as it was meant to commemorate the anniversary of the film series. She also noted that she wanted to stay true to the books, which is why she chose not to participate.
The Return to Hogwarts reunion was a one-day event that brought together the cast and crew of the Harry Potter films. It was held at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London and featured a variety of activities, including a Q&A session with the cast and crew, a special screening of the first film, and a tour of the studio.
Despite not being part of the reunion, Rowling has remained a strong supporter of the Harry Potter franchise. She has continued to write new stories and content related to the world of Harry Potter, and she has also been involved in the production of the upcoming Fantastic Beasts films.
In the end, Rowling’s decision not to be part of the Return to Hogwarts reunion was a personal one. She wanted to stay true to the books and to the spirit of the Harry Potter franchise, and she felt that the reunion was more focused on the films than the books. While fans may have been disappointed to not see her at the reunion, her decision to stay true to the books is a testament to her commitment to the Harry Potter franchise.