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JK Rowling defended by Warner Bros after question about writer blocked at ‘Harry Potter’ celebration

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JK Rowling has been defended by Warner Bros after a question about her was blocked at a ‘Harry Potter’ event.
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J. K. Rowling standing posing for the camera: Author JK Rowling gave her characters names that reflect their personalities and roles in the books. Harry’s name references leadership qualities. It is the middle-English version of Henry, a popular name for English kings throughout the centuries. The most famous one was King Henry VIII, famous for his six wives, two of which he beheaded. Fortunately, Harry didn’t behead any wives in ‘The Deathly Hallows’. Hermione’s name was inspired by Shakespeare's ‘The Winter’s Tale’ and also from Greek mythology. The name reflects Hermione’s parents’ professions as dentists and that they were clever. The name Ronald comes from the Old Norse name, Rögnvaldr, which refers to a ruler's adviser. The name hints at Ron’s role as Harry’s sidekick throughout the films.

JK Rowling defended by Warner Bros after question about writer blocked at ‘Harry Potter’ celebration

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