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HBO ‘s “ Harry Potter ” showrunner Francesca Gardiner is condemning the “abuse” being directed at Paapa Essiedu , the “I May Destroy You” Emmy nominee who is taking over the role of Professor Severus Snape in the first television series…

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HBO ‘s “ Harry Potter ” showrunner Francesca Gardiner is condemning the “abuse” being directed at Paapa Essiedu , the “I May Destroy You” Emmy nominee who is taking over the role of Professor Severus Snape in the first television series adaptation of J.K. Rowling ‘s literary franchise. Essiedu has been outspoken since March about the racism he’s been facing online by toxic fans upset with the casting of a Black actor in the role.

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