History of Pedro Pascal in Timeline
José Pedro Balmaceda Pascal is a Chilean and American actor who gained significant recognition for his role as Oberyn Martell in the fourth season of HBO's Game of Thrones in 2014. He further established his career with his portrayal of Javier Peña in the Netflix series Narcos from 2015 to 2017. Pascal has also appeared in several notable films, including The Great Wall (2016), Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017), The Equalizer 2 (2018), and Triple Frontier (2019).
April 2, 1975: Birth of Pedro Pascal
Pedro Pascal was born on April 2, 1975. He is a Chilean and American actor known for his roles in various film and television series.
1993: Moved to New York City
In 1993, Pedro Pascal moved to New York City and developed a close friendship with actress Sarah Paulson.
1993: Graduation from Orange County School of the Arts
Pedro Pascal graduated from the Orange County School of the Arts in 1993, marking an important step in his education as an actor.
1996: Career Beginnings
Pedro Pascal began his career in 1996, eventually participating in highly rated projects such as The Last of Us and The Mandalorian.
1997: Graduation from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts
In 1997, Pascal graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. This achievement further solidified his foundation in acting.
1999: Theatre Debut
Pedro Pascal has been active in theatre since 1999, demonstrating his extensive stage experience as both an actor and director.
2008: Directorial Debut with underneathmybed
Pedro Pascal made his directorial debut in 2008 with the play underneathmybed. This marked the beginning of his directing career in theatre.
2010: Wrote Play Flaca Loves Bone
In 2010, Pascal wrote the play Flaca Loves Bone, which was directed by Sarah Silverman. The play revolves around four siblings uncovering a family secret.
2011: Cast in Wonder Woman Pilot
In 2011, Pedro Pascal was cast in the pilot for the Wonder Woman television adaptation. Unfortunately, the show was not picked up.
June 15, 2014: Final Episode of Game of Thrones Season 4
On June 15, 2014, the final episode of the fourth season of Game of Thrones aired, featuring Pascal's critically acclaimed performance as Oberyn Martell. This role earned him a Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination.
2014: Breakout Role in Game of Thrones
In 2014, Pedro Pascal achieved his breakout role as Oberyn Martell in the fourth season of HBO's Game of Thrones. This performance significantly raised his profile in the entertainment industry.
April 2015: Co-starred in Sia's Music Video
In April 2015, Pascal co-starred with Heidi Klum in the music video for Sia's "Fire Meet Gasoline," showcasing his versatility beyond traditional acting roles.
August 2015: Portrayed Javier Peña in Narcos
In August 2015, Pascal gained further recognition for his portrayal of Javier Peña in the Netflix crime drama series Narcos, which explored the rise and fall of drug lord Pablo Escobar.
2015: Role in Narcos
Pedro Pascal gained further prominence in 2015 for his portrayal of Javier Peña in the Netflix crime series Narcos, a role he played from 2015 to 2017.
2016: Role in The Great Wall
In 2016, Pascal appeared in the fantasy action film The Great Wall, where he portrayed the mercenary Pero Tovar. The film received mixed reviews despite its visually stunning production.
2016: Role in The Great Wall
In 2016, Pascal portrayed mercenary Pero Tovar in the fantasy action film The Great Wall, directed by Zhang Yimou. The film was set against the backdrop of the Great Wall of China.
2017: Role in Kingsman: The Golden Circle
In 2017, Pedro Pascal portrayed Agent Whiskey in the film Kingsman: The Golden Circle, directed by Matthew Vaughn.
2017: Role in Kingsman: The Golden Circle
In 2017, Pedro Pascal portrayed Agent Whiskey in the film Kingsman: The Golden Circle, directed by Matthew Vaughn.
2018: Role in The Equalizer 2 and Other Films
In 2018, Pascal starred as Dave York in The Equalizer 2. He also appeared in Prospect and had a cameo in If Beale Street Could Talk.
2018: Role in The Equalizer 2
In 2018, Pascal starred as Dave York, the main antagonist, in the thriller sequel film The Equalizer 2. He also appeared in Prospect and If Beale Street Could Talk that year.
February 2019: Broadway Debut in King Lear
In February 2019, Pascal made his Broadway debut in an adaptation of King Lear, where he took on the role of Edmund.
2019: Role in Triple Frontier
In 2019, Pascal starred as Francisco "Catfish" Morales in the Netflix heist drama Triple Frontier. He also made his Broadway debut in an adaptation of King Lear.
2019: Broadway Debut in King Lear
In 2019, Pascal made his Broadway debut as Edmund in an adaptation of King Lear, showcasing his talent on the stage.
2019: Leading Role in The Mandalorian
Pedro Pascal rose to international stardom in 2019 with his leading role as Din Djarin in the Disney+ television series The Mandalorian.
December 25, 2020: Release of Wonder Woman 1984
On December 25, 2020, Wonder Woman 1984 was released in theaters and on HBO Max. Pascal portrayed the character Maxwell Lord in the film.
2020: Virtual Play Reading Meme
A video from a 2020 virtual play reading of Pascal laughing and then crying went viral in 2021, becoming a popular internet meme.
2020: Roles in Wonder Woman 1984 and We Can Be Heroes
In 2020, Pedro Pascal appeared in the films Wonder Woman 1984 and We Can Be Heroes, further showcasing his versatility as an actor.
2021: Endorsed Gabriel Boric
In 2021, Pedro Pascal endorsed leftist Gabriel Boric in the Chilean presidential election, aligning with his progressive liberal beliefs.
2021: Viral Meme from 2020 Play Reading
In early 2021, a video from a 2020 virtual play reading featuring Pascal laughing and then crying became an internet meme, often paired with the Beach House song "Space Song."
November 2022: Cast in Freaky Tales
In November 2022, Pascal was cast in Freaky Tales, directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, adding another significant role to his filmography.
2022: Role in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
In 2022, Pascal co-starred with Nicolas Cage in the action comedy film The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent. His performance was widely praised by critics.
February 2023: Hosted Saturday Night Live
In February 2023, Pedro Pascal hosted an episode of Saturday Night Live with Coldplay as the musical guest.
April 2023: Joined Cast of Drive-Away Dolls
In April 2023, Pedro Pascal was added to the cast of Ethan Coen's film Drive-Away Dolls.
May 2023: Cast in Gladiator II
In May 2023, Pedro Pascal was cast in the upcoming sequel of Ridley Scott's Gladiator.
May 2023: Co-Starred in Strange Way of Life
In May 2023, Pedro Pascal co-starred in the short film Strange Way of Life with Ethan Hawke, directed by Pedro Almodóvar.
June 2023: Honored with Great Immigrants Award
In June 2023, Pedro Pascal was named an honoree of the Great Immigrants Award by the Carnegie Corporation of New York.
July 2023: Historical Emmy Nominations
In July 2023, Pedro Pascal made history as the first Latino to receive three nominations in the same year for the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Lead Actor for The Last of Us.
2023: Role in The Last of Us
In 2023, Pedro Pascal starred as Joel Miller in the HBO post-apocalyptic drama series The Last of Us. His portrayal earned him several accolades and nominations, including a Screen Actors Guild Award and a People's Choice Award.
2023: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2023, Time magazine named Pedro Pascal one of the 100 most influential people in the world, recognizing his impact in the entertainment industry.
2023: Starring Role in The Last of Us
In 2023, Pedro Pascal starred as Joel Miller in HBO's television adaptation of The Last of Us. He was praised for his nuanced and vulnerable performance, earning $600,000 per episode.
February 2024: Cast as Reed Richards in The Fantastic Four
In February 2024, Pedro Pascal was cast as Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film The Fantastic Four.
2024: Highest Rated Film: The Uninvited
In 2024, Pascal starred in The Uninvited, which became one of his highest-rated films according to Rotten Tomatoes.