Nicola Coughlan has strongly defended trans rights following the UK's Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of a woman, where she dismissed fears that trans women threaten cis women in bathrooms as unwarranted. While receiving the Konbini Commitment Award at Canneseries, she emphasized the importance of being a true ally to the transgender community, urging supporters to go beyond surface-level advocacy. Coughlan expressed compassion towards the suffering of marginalized individuals, underscoring the need for active support even when faced with backlash. She also criticized the new Harry Potter TV series featuring JK Rowling, who supports the ruling.
The Derry Girls actress added that the only times she experienced intimidation or fear were from a "cisgender man, not a trans woman".
Coughlan said, "It's all fun to go to Pride, wave a flag, and watch Drag Race, but are you going to be there when it is awkward and uncomfortable?"
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