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HBO showrunner condemns abuse directed at Paapa Essiedu

Variety reported that HBO showrunner Francesca Gardiner condemned abuse directed at Paapa Essiedu, who plays Severus Snape in the Harry Potter series. The outlet also said Essiedu has spoken about racism he faces. Deadline reported that he reiterated his support for transgender people.

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Deadline10:04 PM
‘Harry Potter’s Paapa Essiedu Doesn’t Want To Discuss J.K. Rowling “At All,” Insists He’s “Super Clear” About Trans Support
Variety9:09 PM
‘Harry Potter’ Star Paapa Essiedu Says ‘I Don’t Want to Talk About’ J.K. Rowling ‘At All’ but ‘Trans People Have the Right to Be Treated With Respect and Dignity’