# @bbcnews on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DWkJgrgDziY
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/62645073-bbcnews-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-03-31T22:01:33.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** BBC News (@bbcnews) — https://gondola.cc/bbcnews

## Caption

“I'd be lying if I said I was a completely impenetrable robot.”
 
Actor Paapa Essiedu said reactions to his casting as Severus Snape in HBO’s Harry Potter series has been extreme.
 
He adds that he balances criticism with a wave of public support.
 
According to the trailer released last week, the first series will launch at Christmas 2026 on HBO Max.

Tap the link in @BBCNews’s bio to read more of his interview.
 
#PaapaEssiedu #BBCNews

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