Isaacs Defends Essiedu Over Snape Casting Backlash
Isaacs Defends Essiedu Over Snape Casting Backlash

Isaacs Defends Essiedu Over Snape Casting Backlash

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Jason Isaacs, who played Lucius Malfoy in the original Harry Potter films, has condemned the racist backlash against Paapa Essiedu's casting as Severus Snape in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series. Isaacs praised Essiedu's acting talent and urged fans to judge after seeing his performance. The series will feature a diverse cast, including new actors for the roles of Harry, Ron, and Hermione. Overseen by showrunners Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod, with J.K. Rowling and David Heyman as executive producers, the show intends each season to adapt one book more faithfully. Rowling has stated she will not remove Essiedu or any actor due to differing legally protected beliefs. Isaacs and other original cast members have voiced strong support for the new team and cast.

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