BBC Breakfast slammed over 'awful' interview as fans rush to support Harry Potter star

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BBC Breakfast has been slammed by viewers following an "awful" interview with Harry Potter star Tom Felton.The 35-year-old actor, who famously played Draco Malfoy in the movie franchise, appeared on the red sofa to chat to hosts Sally Nugent and Jon Kay to promote his new book.He opened up about writing his autobiography, Beyond the Wand, but conversation quickly turned to Harry Potter author JK Rowling, who continues to receive criticism over her beliefs on biological sex and gender. READ MORE: Alan Rickman had issue with Emma Watson's 'dictation' but praised Daniel RadcliffeSally said: "There is been a lot in the press recently hasn't there about J.K.

Rowling and her views and how the cast have had to respond to that and react to that, how has that time been for you?Tom replied: "To be honest with you, I'm a little bit out of the loop with the specifics but I'm constantly reminded and so lucky that Potter has brought together so many walks of life."Every country I've been to, everyone knows Potter so I'm quick to remind myself, and others, that she was the reason that continues to bring so many people together which is a wonderful thing."When asked by Jon if he's worried about the potential backlash he could face by appearing to support J.K, Tom responded:"I try not to focus on anything that's negative and divisive really."I'm pro-discussion, pro-love and anything that doesn't fit in that category I don't have much time for."Unhappy viewers at home rushed to their keyboards to discuss the interview, with some praising Tom on the way he handed the questions.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "What stupid questioning from @sallynugent and @jonkay01 about Jk’s personal opinions and well done to @TomFelton for staying on.