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HBO has implemented increased security measures for actor Paapa Essiedu, cast as Severus Snape in the new Harry Potter series, after he received serious death threats.
Paapa Essiedu, the 35-year-old British actor who has taken on the role of Severus Snape in the new television adaptation of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" books.
British actor Paapa Essiedu, cast as Severus Snape in the new HBO Max 'Harry Potter' series, has spoken out about receiving racist attacks and death threats due to his role, stating that the abuse fuels him.