Pedro Pascal is 'fiercely protective' about people whom he loves

IANS April 6, 2025 313 views

Pedro Pascal candidly shared his profound emotional connection to his character Joel in the hit HBO series 'The Last of Us'. The 49-year-old actor revealed he feels intensely protective of loved ones, mirroring his on-screen persona's paternal instincts. Pascal acknowledged the mental and emotional toll of portraying such a complex character in a challenging apocalyptic narrative. His deep commitment to the role and storytelling demonstrates his passionate approach to acting.

"I'm pretty fiercely protective of the people that I love" - Pedro Pascal
Pedro Pascal is 'fiercely protective' about people whom he loves
Los Angeles, April 6: Hollywood actor Pedro Pascal is drawing parallels between himself and his character in the streaming series 'The Last of Us'.

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Pascal deeply relates to Joel's protective paternal instincts

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Actor discusses emotional challenges of intense character portrayal

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Excited about second season of 'The Last of Us'

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Series reflects complex human experiences in apocalyptic setting

The actor, 49, who plays a strong-willed and protective father figure to Ellie (played by Bella Ramsey, 21) amidst a world-shaking apocalypse, shared that he can relate to the protective qualities of his character Joel, while speaking at a press conference with the cast, reports 'People' magazine.

"I'm pretty fiercely protective", Pascal, 49, said ahead of the season 2 premiere on HBO on April 13. "I'm protective of the people that I love. And I think that's probably the main component that I relate to".

As per 'People', Pascal also acknowledged the mental toll that comes with playing a character such as Joel, saying, "It's this experience, more than any I've had. It's hard for me to separate what the characters are going through and how it makes me feel".

"In a way that isn't very healthy", he shared. "And so, I kind of feel their pain I suppose, so I suppose I was in an unhealthy mindset".

He seemed eager for the hit show's second season, which is based on the video game The Last of Us and attributed the series' success to the work that went into its production.

"I think there's something that is really exciting about basically giving everyone another season of a show that everyone loved and that everyone has worked so hard on and has put so much into", the actor added.

Set in apocalyptic times, he also commented on what it was like to film a show that can be seen as parallel to our own world. "I think that storytelling is cathartic in so many ways, always has been", Pascal said.

Reader Comments

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Maria K.
Pedro Pascal is such a gem! His performance in The Last of Us was incredible. You can really feel how much he pours himself into the role. Can't wait for season 2! 😍
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James T.
I appreciate his honesty about the mental toll acting can take. It's not often we hear actors talk about the darker side of method acting. Hope he's taking care of himself.
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Sophie L.
While I love Pedro's acting, I do worry when actors say they can't separate from their characters. That level of immersion can't be sustainable long-term. Maybe he should consider some professional support?
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Diego R.
His chemistry with Bella Ramsey is everything! You can tell there's real care there, both on and off screen. April 13 can't come soon enough!
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Amir P.
It's refreshing to see a male actor talk openly about emotional vulnerability and protective instincts without making it about toxic masculinity. More of this please!
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Lisa M.
I love how he acknowledges the whole team's effort. So many actors take all the credit, but Pedro always highlights the collaborative nature of the work. Class act 👏

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Pedro Pascal The Last of Us HBO Bella Ramsey TV Series Apocalyptic Drama
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