HBO Harry Potter series showrunner reports racist abuse directed at Paapa Essiedu

HBO Harry Potter series showrunner reports racist abuse directed at Paapa Essiedu
HBO Harry Potter series showrunner reports racist abuse directed at Paapa Essiedu

The head of HBO's new series based on the Harry Potter universe stated that Paapa Essiedu, who was cast as Severus Snape, faced an aggressive reaction from a segment of the audience following the announcement of his selection. According to the showrunner, the actor became the target of "horrific" racist abuse.

Refusal to comment on the author's views

Paapa Essiedu himself, when commenting on the situation and J.K. Rowling's public statements, categorically refused to engage in a discussion with the writer regarding her stance on transgender identity.

«Я взагалі не хочу говорити» (I do not want to talk at all) about the author, the actor emphasised, adding that "transgender people" should be treated with "dignity".

The actor expanded on his point, emphasising universal human rights: «Трансгендерні люди, квір-люди, люди всіх віросповідань і рас мають право на поважне, гідне та безпечне ставлення в будь-який час — чи то на робочому місці, вдома, чи на вулиці, де завгодно» (Transgender people, queer people, people of all faiths and races have the right to respectful, dignified and safe treatment at all times — whether at work, at home, or on the street, anywhere).

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