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John Lithgow sur les auteurs controversés Roald Dahl et J. K. Rowling
The actor, who stars in the new Broadway production “Giant,” about Dahl’s fraught legacy, discusses whether we can separate the art from the artist
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The New Yorker (United States) | Mar 27, 2026
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Art should be appreciated independently of the artist's personal flaws, allowing us to enjoy beloved works without moral conflict.
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Celebrating problematic figures like Dahl and Rowling can perpetuate harmful ideologies; we should critically assess their influence on society.
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The debate around separating art from the artist is complex; context matters in evaluating both the work and the creator's legacy.
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We cannot separate the art from the artist; an author's controversial views inevitably taint their work and impact how it's received.
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Acknowledging an artist's flaws while valuing their contributions can lead to a more nuanced understanding of culture and its complexities.
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