Did JK Rowling tell Alan Rickman about Snape?

Did JK Rowling tell Alan Rickman about Snape?

Alan Rickman was about to quit the Harry Potter series, then JK Rowling told him a secret about Snape. ... But then JK Rowling told him a secret about Snape, one that would only be revealed to fans many years later. She told him the meaning behind the word 'always'.

Did Alan Rickman audition for Snape?

He initially auditioned for Snape when Sorcerer's Stone went into development and was deemed a fit for the role. ... Before casting even began for the films, Rowling had always envisioned Rickman in the role of Snape.

Did Lily like Snape?

Snape was in love with Lily and can't move on because of his guilt. Through his memories, it's revealed that he was worried about Harry's future when Lily and James died and that he was afraid of seeing Harry when he's old enough to attend Hogwarts.

Why do Snape and Lily say always?

For the Potter uninitiated, “always” is how Snape explains to Dumbledore in the final book why his Patronus takes the same shape as the one belonging to his long-lost love: Harry Potter's mother, Lily. “But this is touching, Severus,” said Dumbledore seriously.

Who could replace Alan Rickman as Snape?

Tim Roth was offered Snape, but chose 'Planet of the Apes' instead. "Reservoir Dogs" and "Pulp Fiction" actor Tim Roth was actually offered the role of Severus Snape before Alan Rickman. However, Roth decided to turn the role down in favour of working with Tim Burton on his "Planet of the Apes" remake.

What did J.K. Rowling tell Alan Rickman about Snape?

• According to HitFix, rumors had long persisted that J.K. Rowling told Alan Rickman something about Snape, letting him know "that Snape was not the bad guy or Voldemort henchman in waiting many expected him to be." Finally, Rowling revealed at least part of the secret on Monday.

Is Alan Rickman Nice in real life?

• In a real life though Alan Rickam is very polite, and really an approachable person. We talked for a little while, and he said "You have to come to see the play!"

What is Alan Rickman's religion?

• Rickman grew up in a Catholic/Methodist household. Now, he calls theatre his religion. Rickman is a Labour supporter and (pretty much) married to a Labour politician. Alan Rickman was born and raised in London, England. Rickman had an upbringing of mixed religious heritage.

Did the actor of Snape die?

• Alan Rickman, best known as the scowling Professor Severus Snape in the Harry Potter films, died of cancer Thursday at age 69. The British actor, also known for his roles in "Galaxy Quest," "Die Hard" and "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," was "surrounded by family and friends" in London when he died, according to the Guardian.