The Emmy-nominated actor, who boasts a packed resume, is set to play the mysterious and quick-tempered professor.

The announcement that Paapa Essiedu will portray Severus Snape in HBO's forthcoming Harry Potter series has ignited conversation across social media, with fans drawing comparisons to other casting ...

The author blasted an open letter, signed by Essiedu among other "Harry Potter" actors, which called protection of the U.K. trans community.

Paapa Essiedu will play Severus Snape in HBO's new Harry Potter series. The black actor will play the role of Hogwarts teacher, who was previously played by the late Alan Rickman in the film ...

Paapa Essiedu faces backlash for supporting trans rights while cast as Severus Snape in the new Harry Potter series, amid J.K. Rowling’s indifference. Explore the reactions and implications in the ...

British actor Paapa Essiedu's casting as Severus Snape in the new Harry Potter TV series has sparked debate among fans. Some applaud his talent while others criticize the deviation from the book's ...

The makers of the upcoming web series, based on the Harry Potter novels by JK Rowling, officially announced that actor Paapa Essiedu will play the iconic role of Professor Severus Snape in the new ...

Harry Potter series writer JK Rowling stated that she would not want to sack actor Paapa Essiedu from the upcoming HBO series based on her best-selling series.

J.K. Rowling does not share the same views on trans rights as actor Paapa Essiedu, who will play Severus Snape in HBO's Harry Potter reboot, but she said that won't affect his employment. "I don’t ...

J.K. Rowling said in a new post on X that she does not have the power to fire Paapa Essiedu from ... Destroy You” Emmy nominee Essiedu is set to play Severus Snape on the show.