LONDON, Sept. 26 -- Emma Watson has spoken candidly about her fractured relationship with Harry Potter creator JK Rowling, saying she still loves the author despite their public split over gender identity.

In a new interview with podcaster Jay Shetty, the 35-year-old actress said, "It's my deepest wish that I hope people who don't agree with my opinion will love me, and I hope I can keep loving people who I don't necessarily share the same opinion with," according to the BBC.

Watson was among several Harry Potter stars, including Daniel Radcliffe, who distanced themselves from Rowling in 2020 after the author's remarks on gender sparked fierce debate.

Rowling has consistently denied being transphobic, arguing instead that she is concer...