Paapa Essiedu is gaining main consideration for his upcoming function in HBO’s Harry Potter sequence.
On April 14, HBO introduced key casting for the extremely anticipated adaptation, revealing that John Lithgow will play Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer will tackle Minerva McGonagall, Essiedu will painting Severus Snape, and Nick Frost will step into the function of Rubeus Hagrid. “We’re delighted to have such extraordinary talent onboard, and we can’t wait to see them bring these beloved characters to new life,” stated showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod in a joint assertion. Both are additionally government producers on the sequence.
While some could acknowledge him from previous standout performances, many are simply attending to know the British actor. Find out extra about him under.
He’s From London and of Ghanaian Descent
Born and raised in London, Essiedu is of Ghanaian heritage and infrequently speaks about illustration and variety within the leisure business.
He Has a Strong Background in Theatre
A graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), Essiedu made historical past as the primary Black actor to play Hamlet for the Royal Shakespeare Company in 2016.
He Rose to Fame in I May Destroy You
Essiedu gained widespread popularity of his function as Kwame in Michaela Coel’s groundbreaking HBO/BBC sequence I May Destroy You (2020). His portrayal of a queer man grappling with trauma and identification earned him each an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor and a British Academy Television Award nomination.
He additionally acquired a BAFTA nomination for Best Actor for his main function within the sci-fi thriller sequence The Lazarus Project.
He’s Set to Play Severus Snape in HBO’s Harry Potter Series
Essiedu has formally been solid as Professor Severus Snape in HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter tv adaptation. He joins a star-studded ensemble that features Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell, and Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch. The sequence is predicted to premiere in 2026 and guarantees to supply a devoted adaptation of J.Okay. Rowling’s beloved Harry Potter books.
He’s Been with Rosa Robson for Almost a Decade
Essiedu has been together with his companion, actress and comic Rosa Robson, since 2016. While the couple retains their relationship largely non-public, they’ve been noticed collectively at varied public occasions through the years.
