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Paapa Essiedu Formally Offered Role of Severus Snape in HBO's Harry Potter Series

Dec 4, 2024, 10:39 PM

HBO's upcoming 'Harry Potter' TV series is reportedly considering British actor Paapa Essiedu for the role of Professor Severus Snape. Essiedu, known for his role in the series 'I May Destroy You,' has been formally offered the part, according to multiple sources. This casting decision is seen as a significant move for the show, which aims to adapt J.K. Rowling's beloved wizarding world for television.