Paapa Essiedu Faces Death Threats Over Snape Casting: 'Quit Or I'll Murder You'

• Actor Paapa Essiedu reveals severe online abuse and race-fueled death threats after being cast as Professor Snape in HBO Max's Harry Potter adaptation.
• Essiedu shared with The Sunday Times of London that he has received messages like, "Quit or I'll murder you."
• Despite the threats, Essiedu is channeling the negativity into motivation, aiming to make the character his own and provide representation for children.
• Known for Black Mirror and I May Destroy You, Essiedu has a personal connection to the Harry Potter books from his childhood.
• The actor has committed to the decade-long project, acknowledging the significant life changes it will bring.