J.K. Rowling reacts after Glamour Magazine features nine trans women as "Women of the Year": Details explored

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J.K. Rowling, who is known for her anti-trans stance, recently opened up about her views after nine trans women were announced as the cover stars of Glamour Magazine UK for their "Women of the Year" issue. According to Fox News, following the magazine's decision to feature these women on the cover, J.K. Rowling took to X (formerly Twitter) to express her anger and call out the publication for their choice.

This certainly is not the first time J.K. Rowling has spoken up on this issue. She has been an outspoken critic of trans rights for several years, most recently attacking Emma Watson, who played Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter franchise, after the actress highlighted the complicated relationship she shares with the author due to her stance.


More about J.K. Rowling's comments after nine trans women are featured by Glamour Magazine on their Women of the Year issue

In her recent rant, J.K. Rowling slammed Glamour Magazine UK for featuring nine trans women in their 2025 Women of the Year issue. The women featured on the cover of the magazine, published on October 29, are all seen wearing designer Connor Ives' famous T-shirt with the words "Protect the Dolls" printed on them.

According to the official website of the magazine, some of the trans women on the cover include actress Bel Priestly, author Munroe Bergdorf, well-known model Ceval Omar, activist Danielle St. James, and DJ Mya Mehmi, among others. In her post shared on October 30, J.K. Rowling expressed disappointment in the magazine, writing how women previously had to conform to certain beauty standards. She wrote:

"I grew up in an era when mainstream women’s magazines told girls they needed to be thinner and prettier. Now mainstream women’s magazines tell girls that men are better women than they are."

Rowling's comments have once again divided the internet, with many disagreeing with her statements, while some fans voiced their support. One person wrote:

"Glamour has always been trans inclusive, and this simply states that trans women are valid, not better."

Another added:

"Who hurt you. Seriously. Bc it is so hateful and personal at this point."

On the other hand, this person agreed and said:

"I think it’s safe to say that Glamour is no longer a “women’s magazine” but a “magazine supporting sexist stereotypes about femininity”. And the fact that this rolls much less easily off the tongue is the least of their worries."

This fan also agreed and wrote:

"How utterly DEMEANING."

Glamour Magazine UK later responded to the author's statement about their recent issue by writing, "Better luck next year, Jo x."

Edited by Urmimala Dev