Rupert Grint has become the subject of fierce online vitriol from anti-JK Rowling activists after it was announced he will reprise his Ron Weasley role.
It was revealed on Wednesday that the actor, 38, who played the wizard in the eight Harry Potter films, will appear in the Cursed Child on Broadway next year.
Rupert will appear at the Lyric Theatre for a 17-week run from February 2, as he becomes the second star from the films to join the stage sequel after Tom Felton.
Tom returned as Draco Malfoy at the end of last year and his role has been extended until
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