The Harry Potter books formed an important part of many people’s childhood (and more) across the world. And even though the original series ended (books and films), fans have continued to keep the magic alive years later.
So, it doesn’t take a genius to figure out that the author, JK Rowling, also holds a rather special place in fans’ hearts.
But someone took their love for JKR a little too far, and a certain ‘tribute’ to JK Rowling was doing the rounds on social media. Only, it had to do with her death.
And on Wednesday, the write-up came to JK Rowling’s notice. It appears that a fan tagged her on Twitter with how they would react when JK Rowling dies. And while the write up itself is moving, JK Rowling wasn’t entirely pleased.
Here's her response:
This is very sweet, but I won't be offended if you untag me when making plans for my death. pic.twitter.com/LfLSTuTxQO
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) February 7, 2017
While JKR was nice enough to not give away the identity of the person who tagged her in the picture, she did say she’d not like to be a part of her funeral plans just yet.
Twitter users were quick to respond to JKR and while some supported her, others responded with humour and some responded in true Harry Potter style. One person also quoted Albus Dumbledore and said: “Death is but the next great adventure.”
Check out the responses here:
@jk_rowling LOL can't we celebrate her while she's ALIVE!?? Not to mention still young!!
— Cristina Vee (@CristinaVee) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling this is so weird, it's strange to romanticize the reaction to the death of someone who is healthy and well?
— Kevin Berthoud (@kevinfberthoud) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling honestly I'm impressed you've managed to avoid this till now, this particular one has been floating around for years!
— Becca (@BeccaH88) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling ok, that is just a weird kind of love
— Laurie Lico Albanese (@Laurie_Albanese) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling I would be more offended that no cake was mentioned. Some people just don't have any class
— Oliver J Westwood (@oliverjwestwood) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling holy cow this made me cry! Just spent wkend at celebration @UniversalORL I have never left this world.my kids r there w/me 2
— sandra (@cooknkitchn) February 8, 2017
@jk_rowling I really don't wanna think about that day
— ann¹ (@mrndmrshook) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling keep that philosophers stone close
— Rosianna Halse Rojas (@papertimelady) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling Death is but the next great adventure...
— Jeff Harrington (@JeffMHarrington) February 7, 2017
@ScolaDondo I'll show myself out pic.twitter.com/s2IBSQWSkV
— Rosianna Halse Rojas (@papertimelady) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling
— Nevena (@_OsoPerezoso_) February 7, 2017
well you made 7 horcruxes, i think you are safe! pic.twitter.com/zXwWkOplJe
Oh and, some people took offense to the fact that the writer of the morbid tribute said that his/her children will not know what Harry Potter means to them.
@jk_rowling there's no way my children won't understand what you mean to me. There's no way they'll grow up not knowing Harry.
— Pallavi (@That_Desi_Girl) February 8, 2017
@jk_rowling i'm offended this tweet implies my children won't know about harry potter?
— con(no)r (@ctfuconnor) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling Plus, it's a little rude that they won't be reading Harry Potter to their children.
— Kevin D. (@WhatMyWifeYells) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling also why wouldn't you introduce your children to your favorite books???
— Kevin Berthoud (@kevinfberthoud) February 7, 2017
@jk_rowling also, why the hell wouldn't their kids know Harry Potter?! My kids are getting read that in utero!
— Kenna Danielle Ryan (@DontTrustKenna_) February 7, 2017