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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Harry potter - Caught on Camera

Security stepped up on Harry Potter TV series following death threats

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The Independent UK

Harry Potter revival confirms 'serious security' after death threats towards cast

After members of the new Harry Potter cast, including Severus Snape actor Paapa Essiedu, have received death threats, HBO chief Casey Bloys hae revealed what measures have been taken.

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Harry Potter set has ‘serious security’ after death threats, says HBO boss

Paapa Essiedu, who is set to play Professor Snape, recently said he’d received messages telling him: ‘Quit or I’ll murder you’

The Independent UK

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Harry Potter series first look reveals new wizard in Gryffindor Quidditch robes

Dominic McLaughlin is taking over the role made famous by Daniel Radcliffe

The Independent UK

First look image gives fans tantalising glimpse of new Harry Potter series

The image was shared on Instagram.

Evening Standard

Alan Rickman Is Snape For Most Harry Potter Fans, But Riz Ahmed Is Really Growing On Me

Rickman's performance is iconic, but I'm loving Riz Ahmed's take.

Cinemablend

‘Quit or I’ll murder you’: Paapa Essiedu on death threats after Snape casting in Harry Potter series

British actor Paapa Essiedu has revealed he received racist death threats over his casting as Professor Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter series on HBO.

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Paapa Essiedu received death threats over Harry Potter role

Paapa Essiedu has received death threats from people who objected to a black actor being cast as Professor Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series.

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‘Quit Or I'll Murder You.’ The (Death) Threats Toward Paapa Essiedu After Signing On To Play Snape Are Out Of Hand

The reaction to his casting has crossed a serious line.

Cinemablend

One Cut Harry Potter Scene I'm Excited To See Play Out On The TV Series

It's gonna be so good.

Cinemablend

‘Quit or I’ll murder you’: Harry Potter star Paapa Essiedu says he received death threats over Snape casting

Actor said online abuse that followed his casting in the adaptation in April has made him ‘more passionate’

The Independent UK

Harry Potter TV star almost quit role over JK Rowling row

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The Independent UK

John Lithgow ‘considered quitting’ Harry Potter series after ‘upsetting’ backlash

Dumbledore actor has distanced himself from author JK Rowling

The Independent UK

Waratahs 'need to be more ruthless', says Harry Potter

NSW Waratahs winger Harry Potter has implored his backline to do more to support their hard-working forwards as they prepare to take on the formidable Blues.

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Total Film

New Dumbledore actor says he almost quit HBO's Harry Potter show over J.K. Rowling's controversial opinions

The series is set to release in 2027

Cinemablend

John Lithgow Accepts People Are Now Going To Bring Up J.K. Rowling Controversy In ‘Every Interview’ Forever

Lithgow discussed his Harry Potter casting again.

The Guardian - UK

The secret lives of six body doubles: ‘They wanted Julia Roberts to have curvier legs’

What is it like to be Michael B Jordan’s twin, Andie MacDowell’s hands or Rachel Weisz’s hair? Some of Hollywood’s best stand-ins reveal all

Evening Standard

Oscars success for Warner Bros at uncertain time for its future

Paramount and Netflix had been involved in a bidding war over Warner Bros.

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The Independent UK

A fashion writer’s guide to staying, shopping and dining in London’s most stylish village

Having fallen for the charms of Marylebone over the past few years, Daisy Lester reveals how to spend 24 hours in the neighbourhood

AAP

Tahs quiz no-try as Gordon double fires up Reds late

The beaten NSW Waratahs were scratching their heads after a Triston Reilly try that put them ahead late was reversed against the Queensland Reds.

The Guardian - US

Every Brilliant Thing review – Daniel Radcliffe sells tricky Broadway transfer

The hit one-man show about depression suffers from plain and often corny writing yet is saved by an exuberant turn from the Tony-winning Harry Potter star

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Man Sneaks Drone Over Harry Potter Set And Reveals Astounding Details

YouTuber DJ Audits shared a glimpse of the upcoming HBO series after flying his drone over the massive Warner Bros. studios.

BANG Premier

Why Warwick Davis worried his OBE would be taken away as he received the honour

Warwick Davis has revealed what Prince William said to him as he was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire.

Cinemablend

I Can’t Get Over Daniel Radcliffe Calling Out The Harry Potter Gaffe In The Devil Wears Prada

Now that Radcliffe mentions it, that does seem impossible.

Evening Standard

Warwick Davis backs social media ban for children to help them explore nature

The Harry Potter star described social media as destructive and said a lack of regulation for firms responsible for the platforms is frightening.

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