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The upcoming HBOHarry Potterserieshas sparked controversy afterDeadlinereported thatPaapa Essieduis closing his deal to portrayProfessor Severus Snape.

The character has shoulder-length, greasy black hair which frames his face, and cold, black eyes.

Is it because Snape cast a race transitionspellor drank a Polyjuice Potion?

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the Players star jokingly asked before taking a serious tone.

Its cool as a Black person to see Paapa having success.

I get that racially diverse casting can offer new perspectives, but this is forced.

Man outdoors with photo inset showing two portrayals of Severus Snape, highlighting a controversial makeover in the series.

He continued: Harry Potteris a part of history.

Many millennials fondest childhood memories are with these characters.

And if you think race isnt central to Snapes role, I agree, he added.

Young wizards in a scene from the Harry Potter series, showcasing diverse casting efforts.

But we cant be expected to not see color on one hand while HBO emphasizes color on the other.

Even if J.K. Rowling supports this because her ideas have changed, the history she made hasnt.

These are modern token gestures.

Actor at Berlin event, related to Severus Snape’s makeover in Harry Potter series reboot.

If you want inclusivity, dont destroy classics, but create something brand new!!!

I only care if he was the best actor for the role.

Denzel Washington would have been an awesome Snape in the movies.

Young and adult Harry Potter trio, transition over years, showcasing cast evolution.

As we make our way through pre-production, we will only confirm details as we finalize deals.

Golden Globe winner John Lithgow will reportedly portray Professor Albus Dumbledore.

(Paapa Essiedu is 34).

Severus Snape’s controversial makeover in new Harry Potter series, sparking fan debates on race transition potion.

The casting of Paapa Essiedu continued to spark heated debates among Potterheads

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