Game of Thrones famed “Oberyn Martell” named Pedro Pascal is a Chilean-American Actor. His well-known characters are Javier Peña in the Netflix series Narcos (2015), the titular character in the science-fiction series The Mandalorian (2019), and Joel Miller in the HBO series The Last of Us (2023). In 2016 Pascal played a supporting role in the action-adventure The Great Wall. He gained recognition for his memorable turn as a villain in Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017), an action-comedy based on a comic book series about an intelligence agency. Later notable movies include Wonder Woman 1984 (2020), which was based on the popular comic book character. Additionally, Pedro is a supporter of LGBTQ+ rights. His younger sister, Lux Pascal, publicly revealed that she was a transgender woman in 2021.
BIOGRAPHY
José Pedro Balmaceda Pascal was born on April 2, 1975, in Santiago, Chile later he migrated to Denmark and finally started living in Texas, United States with his family. Before getting international fame he worked in several television dramas in which he played minor roles. Pedro also worked as a waiter during his struggling period as an actor. After his mother died, he adopted the name of his mother to honor her.
SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS
Pedro has a huge followership on social media just like Edouard Philipponnat and Bjork where he interacts with his fans and has shared recent updates about his film and TV projects along with magazine shoots. The Chilean sensation also shared glimpses of his personal life and luxurious lifestyle on his Instagram account. Furthermore, the fan clubs are made by the fans of Pascal across multiple media platforms.
WIKI
Pascal is a handsome Chilean man. His youth was spent in Texas and later he moved to California with his family. He is 5’11” feet in height with Spanish facial features. Pascal’s eyes, infectious smile, thick beard, and mostache are prominent features of his face. His medium-length wavy cut hairstyle gives his appearance a distinct aura.
| Real Name | José Pedro Balmaceda Pascal |
| Stage Name | Pedro Pascal |
| Nickname | Daddy |
| Birthday | April 2, 1975 |
| Age | 49 years old |
| Birthplace | Santiago, Chile |
| Present Residence | New York, United States |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Nationality | American Chilean |
| Mother Tongue | Spanish English |
| Ethnicity | Spanish Chilean |
| Religion | Agnostic |
| Education | Tisch School Of The Arts New York University |
| Qualification | Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) |
| Occupation | Acting |
| Net Worth | USD 10 million approximately |
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Children | None |
| Height | 5′ 11” |
| Weight | 78kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Body Shape | Chest: 40 inches Waist: 32 inches Biceps: 12 inches |
| Pets | Dogs (Edgar) |
| Hobbies | Cooking Yoga Swimming |
ZODIAC SIGN
The Chilean-American actor’s sun sign is Aries, which explains why he has such a natural ability to fascinate and captivate audiences with his performances. People under this zodiac sign are born passionate, highly artistic, and creative. Moreover, they are selfless and devoted. Tina Kunakey, Anne-Marie, Adam Zampa, and Graham Norton are also Aries.
PARENTS AND SIBLINGS
Pascal’s family has been nomadic from the start due to their political affiliations. However, he belongs to an educated background where his dad was a fertility doctor and her mother was a child psychologist. One of his uncles is a Chilean political activist. Her sister Lux is a transgender, who is an actress and transgender rights activist.
| Father | José Balmaceda Riera |
| Mother | Verónica Pascal |
| Siblings | Lux Pascal Javiera Balmaceda Nicolás Balmaceda |
| Uncle | Andrés Pascal Allende |
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
José Pedro Balmaceda Pascal performs under the stage name Pedro Pascal. When Pascal was nine months old, his family sought refuge in the Venezuelan embassy in Santiago and later received political asylum in Denmark. He also briefly lived in Spain as his grandmother was also Spanish. Ultimately, the family moved to the United States, where Pedro was raised in San Antonio, Texas. His official schooling was at the Orange County School of the Arts and he graduated in 1993. Pascal was a swimmer during his early days while living in California. After that, the Chilean actor attended New York University, where he graduated with a B.A. degree in 1997.
RELATIONSHIP AND DATING RUMORS
Pedro keeps his personal life very private however he was associated with actress Robin Tunney in 2015 when the couple was seen in one another’s company quite a bit. They were photographed together on several occasions and events as well as enjoying time together in public, including at the Emmy Awards in 2015. Eventually, the rumors faded away after the actress married the interior designer Nick Marmet. The rumor of a relationship between Lena Headey and Pascal also surfaced in 2014 when both actors worked together in Games of Thrones. Pascal also dated Maria Dizzia in the 90s after working in an episode of Law & Order. All these relationships ended and the fellow actresses are now married and the Chilean-American actor is still single.
CAREER
Alvaro began his acting career in 1999 and made a brief appearance in several American television series including The Good Wife and Homeland. He was subsequently given a major part in the fourth part of the HBO TV series Game of Thrones. In early 2021, a short video from a 2020 virtual play reading surfaced on multiple social media platforms of Pedro laughing hysterically and then transitioning smoothly into crying. The video quickly became a social media meme, often being paired with the Beach House song “Space Song” to display themes of tragedy on social media. His international recognition began in 2023 and so far he is making records in the entertainment industry with his exceptional acting skills.
Filmography
Pedro played iconic roles in crime series as well as action thrillers where his roles were Mysterious and Unique. His seamless transitioning abilities between characters and genres captivate audiences with his exceptional talent. Additionally, his upcoming black comedy film shows a very different side of his acting skills. Let’s take a look at the films he worked in.
| Hermanas | 2005 |
| The Adjustment Bureau Sweet Little Lies | 2011 |
| Bloodsucking Bastards Sweets | 2015 |
| The Great Wall | 2016 |
| Kingsman: The Golden Circle | 2017 |
| Prospect The Equalizer 2 If Beale Street Could Talk | 2018 |
| Triple Frontier | 2019 |
| Wonder Woman 1984 We Can Be Heroes | 2020 |
| The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent The Bubble Dieter House Comes with a Bird | 2022 |
| Strange Way of Life | 2023 |
| Freaky Tales Drive-Away Dolls The Uninvited The Wild Robot Gladiator 2 | 2024 |
| Eddington | To Be Announced |
Television
The Chilean-American film sensation bashed the records of American cinema with his role in Game of Thrones. Currently, he is featured in “The Last of Us”. Let’s see the list of other Television series in which Pascal played a significant role:
| Good vs. Evil Downtown Undressed Buffy the Vampire Slayer | 1999 |
| Touched by an Angel | 2000 |
| NYPD Blue Earth vs. the Spider | 2001 |
| Law & Order: Criminal Intent Without a Trace | 2006 |
| Law & Order | 2008 |
| Law & Order: Criminal Intent | 2009 |
| The Good Wife | 2009-2011 |
| Nurse Jackie | 2010 |
| Lights Out Brothers & Sisters Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Charlie’s Angels Wonder Woman Burn Notice: The Fall of Sam Axe | 2011 |
| Body of Proof CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | 2012 |
| Nikita Red Widow Homeland The Sixth Gun | 2013 |
| Graceland | 2013-2014 |
| The Mentalist Game of Thrones | 2014 |
| Narcos | 2015-2017 |
| The Mandalorian | 2019-Present |
| Calls Amend: The Fight for America Animal | 2021 |
| The Book of Boba Fett | 2022 |
| The Last of Us | 2023-Present |
| Saturday Night Live HouseBroken | 2023 |
| My Dentist’s Murder Trial | To Be Announced |
NET WORTH
The Chilean actor has a net worth of USD 10 million approximately. Right now, he is among the most successful Chilean actors with worldwide recognition and dedicated fandom. His main source of income is many successful roles in Films, TV, and online series. Moreover, he endorsed popular brands like Nike and made investments.
FAVORITES
A List of some of his favorite things is as follows:
| Favorite Colors | Brown |
| Favorite Actor | Willem Dafoe |
| Favorite Actress | Sarah Paulson |
| Favorite Movie | Basic Instinct (1992) Blade Runner (1987) The Big Lebowski (1998) The Shining (1980) Candyman (1992) Cape Fear (1991) |
| Favorite Food | Mexican Food |
| Favorite Drink | Six Shots of Pure Espresso on Ice. |
| Favorite Destination | Canmore, Canada Dubrovnik, Croatia |
| Favorite Song | Come See About Me You Can’t Hurry Love Baby Love Stop in the Name of Love |
| Favorite Sports | Swimming |
AWARDS
Pascal won Awards for his remarkable acting skills in Films and Television. A list of his achievements is as follows:
| Awards | Result |
| Screen Actors Guild Awards/ Won People’s Choice Awards/ Won | 2024 |
| Imagen Foundation Awards/ Won Astra TV Awards/ Won MTV Movie & TV Awards/ Won | 2023 |
| Golden Globe Awards/ Nominated Critics’ Choice Awards/ Nominated | 2024 |
| Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards/ Nominated Primetime Emmy Awards/ Nominated | 2023 |
| Fargo Film Festival/ Won | 2019 |
INTERESTING FACTS
- Pascal has a secret TikTok account.
- He is a professional swimmer and champion.
- Pedro’s dream is to work as a theatre artist.
- The actor worked as a waiter and he was worst at his job.
- Pascal is Nicolas Cage’s “biggest fan.”
- Pedro has a twin brother.
- The Chilean actor created his satanic language in NYPD Blue (1993).
- He hates drinking milk.
What religion is Pedro Pascal?
He identifies himself as an agnostic and a progressive liberal and is non-religious.
Does Pedro Pascal have a child?
No, he doesn't have any children.
What is Pedro Pascal most famous for?
The Chilean-American actor is famous for his successful roles in several TV series and films including Game of Thrones, Narcos, The Mandalorian, and The Last of Us.
Does Pedro Pascal have a twin brother?
Nicolás Balmaceda Pascal is the twin brother of Pedro Pascal.
Has Pedro Pascal got a wife?
No, he has been in a relationship briefly but didn't marry anyone yet.
