Pedro Pascal got an Emmy nomination for The Last of Us. I think I needed that. So grab a snack and let’s talk about why we should celebrate Pedro and maybe watch it again!
Pedro got a Best Actor nomination for playing Joel in The Last of Us. Honestly, no surprise. If you watched the show you know he killed it. Joel is a tough unwilling hero in a post apocalyptic world. His job is to protect Ellie who is played by the talented Bella Ramsey. Pedro brings so much to Joel by showing his struggles, his need to protect others and his quiet vulnerable moments. It’s the kind of show that stays with you long after it’s over.
What makes his work in The Last of Us so great is how he balances strength with emotion. Joel isn’t just a survivor he’s a man who’s been through years of loss. Pedro shows that clearly in his expressions and actions. Getting the Emmy nomination feels like a nice recognition for a role that many fans love. If you haven’t seen The Last of Us yet you should totally watch it. It has zombies, strong emotions and Pedro is in it.
But let’s go back a bit. Pedro Pascal didn’t become a star overnight. If you’re excited about the Emmy nomination now is a great time to go back and watch one of his most memorable roles: Oberyn Martell in a popular fantasy show with dragons. You know the story—it’s about a world with kings, queens and backstabbing. Oberyn was a fan favorite for a reason. Pedro brought a certain charm to the role—captivating, thrilling and hard to forget.Oberyn is a prince who is clever and spear wielding.
He’s looking for justice in a world where it’s hard to find. Pedro was amazing, he grabbed attention in every scene he was in even though he didn’t have a lot of screen time. If you’ve watched it you know the moments I’m referring to—his confidence, his style and of course that scene that still has us shook. If it’s been a long time since you watched, now is a great time to start again. It’s a reminder of Pedro’s skills—he can play a tough survivor and a smooth warrior really well.
What connects all of Pedro’s roles is that he makes you care. Whether he’s a tough protector in a zombie filled world or a vengeful prince in a fantasy land he gives his characters humanity. His Emmy nomination for The Last of Us shows that but his career has many other highlights. From Narcos to The Mandalorian Pedro has a gift for making every character feel real.
