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Paapa Essiedu Receives Death Threats After 'Harry Potter' Casting Announcement
Paapa Essiedu reported receiving death threats after being cast as Professor Severus Snape in HBO's upcoming *Harry Potter* series. The actor shared his experience in a recent interview with *The Sunday Times*.
Paapa Essiedu, cast as Professor Severus Snape in HBO's upcoming *Harry Potter* series, has reported receiving death threats. Essiedu discussed the disturbing messages he has seen since the casting announcement in an interview with *The Sunday Times*. The actor stated that someone threatened to murder him if he did not quit the role. Essiedu stated that he is pretty sure that he is not going to be murdered. He added that no one should have to encounter abuse for doing their job. Essiedu acknowledged the emotional impact of the threats, even while recognizing that many people risk their lives in their professions, while he is only playing a wizard. The HBO *Harry Potter* series is set to debut in 2027.
Key Facts
- Paapa Essiedu will play Professor Severus Snape in HBO's upcoming *Harry Potter* series.
- The role was originally played by Alan Rickman in the film franchise.
- Essiedu has reported receiving death threats after the casting announcement.
- One message stated, "Quit or I'll murder you.".
- Essiedu discussed the threats in an interview with *The Sunday Times*.
- The actor stated that he does not believe the threats will be acted upon.
- Essiedu acknowledged the emotional toll of the abuse.
- The HBO *Harry Potter* series is scheduled to debut in 2027.
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