The upcoming Harry Potter TV show is not without its controversy. In a new interview, the new Severus Snape actor Paapa Essiedu confirmed he's received death threats for playing the iconic character.

Paapa Essiedu is one of Britain's most accomplished actors, but the goodwill he's built up after years of roles in hit series like "I May Destroy You" hasn't stopped trolls who are angry he was cast ...

Paapa Essiedu, the actor tapped to play Severus Snape in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series, is speaking out about the alarming backlash he’s faced since his casting was announced. The star told The ...

Paapa Essiedu addressed reactions to his casting in the upcoming Harry Potter television series. He discussed his role as Severus Snape and the attention surrounding the project. Paapa Essiedu said he ...

Paapa Essiedu said he has received race-fuelled abuse and death threats following his casting as Professor Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter television series. He told The Sunday Times, “I’ve ...

'I’ve been told, ‘Quit or I’ll murder you,’' Paapa Essiedu said. A Black actor in the upcoming live-action “Harry Potter” series has received significant racist backlash over his casting. When Paapa ...