https://news.ketelle.co.uk/entities/paapa-essiedu Stories involving Paapa Essiedu, told neutrally, with how each side covers them. en-gb https://news.ketelle.co.uk/stories/paapa-essiedu-responds-to-j-k-rowling-controversy-ahead-of-hbo-harry-p https://news.ketelle.co.uk/stories/paapa-essiedu-responds-to-j-k-rowling-controversy-ahead-of-hbo-harry-p Thu, 12 Nov 2026 10:11:59 +0000 Entertainment In a Vanity Fair profile ahead of HBO's "Harry Potter" series, Paapa Essiedu, who plays Snape, said he doesn't want to talk about J.K. Rowling but believes trans people deserve respect and dignity. Showrunner Francesca Gardiner condemned the online abuse he has faced. (10 outlets: 3 left · 6 centre · 1 right) https://news.ketelle.co.uk/stories/paapa-essiedu-responds-to-snape-casting-backlash-in-hbo-harry-potter https://news.ketelle.co.uk/stories/paapa-essiedu-responds-to-snape-casting-backlash-in-hbo-harry-potter Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:11:38 +0000 Entertainment Paapa Essiedu, cast as Severus Snape in HBO's Harry Potter series, has said in interviews that they focus on the work and welcome the support, while acknowledging the reaction to the casting. The season premieres on HBO Max on Dec. 25. (6 outlets: 2 left · 4 centre · 0 right)