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Paapa Essiedu cast as Severus Snape in Harry Potter series; Fans fear racism amidst calls to cast Adam Driver instead

British actor Paapa Essiedu has reportedly been cast as Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter television series, sparking a heated debate among fans. While many have applauded the 'Gangs of London' star’s casting, others have raised concerns about potential racist backlash and questioned the show’s commitment to giving fans…

The Times of India

Harry Potter fans furious as HBO 'casts Severus Snape' days after backlash over US actor as Dumbledore

The new HBO series promises to explore the Harry Potter universe in even greater depth

Evening Standard

Rowan Atkinson at 70: his best films – ranked!

To mark his birthday this week, we celebrate his versatility from bumbling Mr Bean to his punctilious headteacher in The Secret Policeman’s Ball

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Prime Video movie of the day: Die Hard is a Christmas movie and I won't hear otherwise

Die Hard is not only my Prime Video movie of the day, but a Christmas movie that will last the ages – oh yes it is.

TechRadar

OPINION - The bores have won: in 2025 the office Christmas party is dead

What oh what has happened to the office Christmas party this year of our lord, 2025?

Evening Standard

5 of the best free movies to stream on Tubi, Pluto TV, Hoopla, and more this week (December 9)

From Oscar-winning historical epics to beloved sci-fi adventures, there’s plenty to watch on the best free streaming services this week.

TechRadar

Can’t wait to stream Carry-On on Netflix? Here are 3 more action movies with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes

Carry-On is a new festive thriller starring Jason Bateman as a villainous character

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Ignore the haters: Paapa Essiedu is the perfect choice to play Severus Snape

The actor has been tipped as the next Bond, put a pivot to Harry Potter makes perfect sense too

Evening Standard

I May Destroy You actor Paapa Essiedu ‘offered’ Snape role in new Harry Potter TV series

Actor is said to have ‘been offered’ role of fan favourite character

The Independent UK

Derek Hough stole Ravenclaw gear from set of Harry Potter

Derek Hough has revealed the props he stole from the set of the first 'Harry Potter' film when he and his sister Julianne Hough were extras.

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Dogma at 25: How a controversial Catholic comedy became practically impossible to see

FLASHBACKS: Religious groups picketed its premiere. Its director Kevin Smith received thousands of pieces of hate mail. You might struggle to actually see it today. But 25 years after its release, the 1999 comedy, starring Ben Affleck, Matt Damon and Alan Rickman, remains wildly funny – and secretly profound, writes…

The Independent UK

The 32 greatest movie villains

Serial killers, supervillains, and high school seniors

Total Film

'Acting On Harry Potter Wasn't Satisfying': Dame Maggie Smith On What She And Alan Rickman Were Unhappy With

Dame Maggie Smith, renowned for her iconic roles in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, revealed that despite the fame, these roles didn't provide creative satisfaction.

International Business Times UK

Juliet Stevenson says ‘Truly, Madly, Deeply’ co-star Alan Rickman was a ‘complicated person’

British actor, who starred with Rickman in the 1990 fantasy drama, said she chose not to read Rickman’s posthumous diaries

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The Guardian - UK

Juliet Stevenson: ‘I didn’t read Alan Rickman’s diaries ... I know what my relationship with him was like’

The actor on channelling grief in her new film, speaking out about Gaza, and why she loves working with young directors

The Independent UK

The gene that could hold key to taming one of world’s deadliest cancers

The disease has taken the lives of high-profile patients such as Alan Rickman, Sir John Hurt, Steve Jobs and Patrick Swayze

The Guardian - UK

‘I did a lot of yelling’: Tom Burke on socks, controversy and Mad Max

Yes, there were more flame-throwers, but working on Furiosa was pretty similar to starring in Joanna Hogg’s The Souvenir, says the actor. So how does he duck the crossfire that comes with playing JK Rowling’s Strike?

Evening Standard

The Blockout 2024: why the ‘digital guillotine’ is causing celebrities like Kim Kardashian to lose followers

A new movement is aiming to cut the power of celebrities off at the source: their social media accounts. Maddy Mussen investigates its motivations

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Daniel Radcliffe reveals he was 'terrified' of co-star Alan Rickman while filming Harry Potter

‘I was so intimidated by him,’ Radcliffe has admitted

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Alan Rickman's Diaries Reveal Insights Into His Harry Potter Journey

Explore Alan Rickman's impactful portrayal of Severus Snape in the Harry Potter films and his lasting legacy in the film industry.

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“These Kids Need Directing”: Alan Rickman’s Diary Entries Unveil What He Thought Of His Co-Stars

"These kids need directing. They don’t know their lines, and Emma [Watson]'s diction is this side of Albania at times," Alan Rickman penned in one entry. The post “These Kids Need Directing”: Alan Rickman’s Diary Entries Unveil What He Thought Of His Co-Stars first appeared on Bored Panda.

Woman & Home

6 chic short bob hairstyles for an on-trend look in 2024

Want to take your bob up a notch? These are the short bob hairstyles the experts predict will be big news for 2024

Latin Times

February Birthday Bash: Karol G, Shakira, Natalia Lafourcade, Daddy Yankee and More Latino Celebrities

Latino celebrities with birthdays in February include Karol G, Shakira, Natalia Lafourcade, Gloria Trevi, Tego Calderón, Daddy Yankee and more

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