Big time Harry Potter fans know what May 2 marks… the anniversary of the Battle of Hogwarts.
And true to tradition, author J.K. Rowling took to Twitter to apologize for killing off a character during that fateful scene. In the past, she’s paid tribute to fan favorites Remus Lupin and Fred.
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This year, the fantastical Brit chose a more controversial character, but it will still pull at your heartstrings…
It’s SNAPE!
Rowling wrote:
Oh poor Severus Snape.
While he wasn’t loved by all, who could forget his portrayal by the late Alan Rickman??
Our hearts are breaking all over again.
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