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However, the optimism shifted to skepticism when reports surfaced that Papa Esadu, a Black actor, was being considered for the role of Snape. This news was met with a mix of disbelief and resignation, especially among fans who are accustomed to the traditional depictions of these characters. While some were hopeful about the casting of other characters, such as Janet McTeer as Professor McGonagall, there was an overwhelming sense of dissonance regarding Snape, a character who is consistently described in the series as white, both in physical appearance and persona.