Top 20 Moments That Made Us Love Pedro Pascal

Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for Pedro Pascal's most hilarious and endearing moments that made us fall head over heels for the lovable actor. 20. Emotional Star Wars Press We couldn't have been more excited to learn Pedro Pascal was bringing Din Djarin to the The film is also a meaningful personal milestone for the actor. The 2026 Star Wars movie stands as the franchise's first theatrical release in over six years, and Pascal got emotional when discussing the story's debut on the silver screen. To what he's sharing with everyone now, and to just be a little part of that, is a dream come true, and it's a dream that we want to share with everyone else that loves Star Thinking back to seeing the original films as a kid, he had a full-circle I Made It moment at CCXP in Mexico. More than just another career achievement, the star continued to express his gratitude for the opportunity to join such an incredible legacy. 19. His Viral Coffee Order Pascal is well-known for his upbeat personality. A TikTok of the actor holding a large cup of coffee gave the world a glimpse into the secret behind his constant energy. Fans were quick to spot that his drink contained six shots of espresso, and the shocking amount of caffeine created a real buzz online. Reactions to the clip marveled at Pascal's seemingly intense tolerance, with one fan in the comments wondering, When asked about the unique order, he called the discourse around his beverage of choice, quote, "...violating." Even though he swore that it's his only coffee of the day, those who tried the drink for themselves agreed that the star is definitely built differently. 18. The Super Bowl Halftime Show Many A-list VIPs have made appearances in Bad Bunny's signature concert, Casita, and Pedro Pascal was part of an iconic group of Latino celebrities who joined him for the Super Bowl halftime show. As a true Benito fan, the actor was eager to get involved with a performance. So when he didn't hear back from the singer's team, he decided to send, quote, "...a selfie of me sticking my tongue out." Not only did the cheeky photo earn him an invitation, but when he arrived at the game, the actor was surprised to discover that he wouldn't just be dancing along on the sidelines. 17. Going on Hot Ones Sean Evans' hit talk show has produced dozens of viral celebrity moments over the years, and Pascal's 2023 appearance was no exception. While the actor did his best to remain cool, calm, and collected throughout the video, he also didn't hesitate to keep it real. I haven't lost a step. I see, I see, I see, I see. I see. It's all about time release with these guys. Yeah, yeah. Showing off his playful, airy side, the internet couldn't get enough of his comical reactions to each spicy wing. You tell me I'm doing well? Yeah. And then you try to kill me. Yeah, yeah. I see. I mean, it's gotta be successful for a reason. The episode is full of golden moments like his little noises, or even taking a moment to address the audience directly. And it's still one of the star's most iconic interviews to this day. There's a gap in between my back molar and my front tooth. That's where the chicken gets stuck, and it continues to sort of burn. But I've gotten to the point, you should know this too. Number 16. His love for nails. From spelling out ouch at the Golden Globes, to a unique Valentino manicure for the Met Gala, Pascal has sported painted nails at several red carpet appearances. However, he's also an avid admirer of the art form, and multiple viral videos show the actor stopping to enthusiastically compliment people's manicures. Beautiful. I mean, like, who does that? I know, right? The best artist. One day I'm gonna break out. I am gonna break out. I'm gonna start doing it, because look at these ugly things. He's since admitted that he's fully, quote, obsessed, and interviewers even started theming their nails to match the actor's films. Yeah, I was like, Pedro's gonna love this. Look at that. How did you know that? Ding, ding, ding, because I'm obsessed with nails. Now we can only hope that the star will follow through on his promise to experiment with more nail art in the near future. Can I just say one thing? Your nails, they bring out the color in your eyes. I'm not trying to flirt. Number 15. His actor awards acceptance speech. This is wrong for a number of reasons. I'm a little drunk. I thought I could get drunk. Not only did Pascal's incredible performance in The Last of Us earn him critical acclaim, but it also led to a busy award season for the actor. From the Golden Globes to the Emmys, the star had several standout moments, like styling his shoulder sling on the red carpet or starting a fake rivalry with Kieran Culkin. A lot of people have been asking about my arm. It's actually my shoulder, and I think tonight is a perfect time to tell everyone that Kieran Culkin beat the s— out of me. However, the true highlight was his win at the Actor Awards, formerly the SAG Awards. The speech that followed was equal parts hilarious and tear-jerking. Although Pascal was clearly surprised and overcome with emotion, his tipsiness led to a few humorous comments and an all-too-relatable sendoff. I think my family is maybe watching. I'm not sure. I'm gonna have a panic attack and I'm gonna leave. Number 14. Materialist's press tour. In 2025, Pedro Pascal took his heartthrob status to the next level when he starred as a successful and wealthy love interest in A24's Materialists. Not only did his rom-com debut make fans' dreams come true, but his chaotic off-screen chemistry with Dakota Johnson and Chris Evans also made the rounds online. What's the best piece of advice you've been given about acting? Whether he was slipping in an innuendo or blurting out a comment that made his co-stars cackle, the actor's goofy personality was on full display. Together, Johnson and Pascal's playful energy kept a more buttoned-up Evans on his toes. You can't help but laugh along at the duo's endearing lack of media training. What each of them brought on separate days, and what you all brought when you were on set together. I brought a lot of hostility. You brought a lot of being a little b----. Number 13. His dance moves. There's no question that Pascal is a man of many talents, but did you know that he once worked as a go-go dancer when studying abroad in Madrid? Since then, the actor hasn't shied away from showing off his moves, whether he's grooving along with a co-star or getting down on an after-party dance floor. More recently, he made waves with his impressive performance in an Apple AirPods commercial. Not only did he nail the all-out choreography, but a behind-the-scenes video showed off the star's natural charm and charisma. Number 12. Red carpet fashion. In 2023, the internet went crazy when Pascal arrived at the Met Gala in a long red coat and black shorts that showed off his knees. Since that iconic moment, the actor has continued to level up his red carpet style. Occasionally he'll opt for more casual outfits, like when he made a statement at the Thunderbolts premiere with a Protect the Dolls tee. He's joining the MCU as Mr. Fantastic in The Fantastic Four, but please welcome to the European premiere of Thunderbolts, it's Pedro Pascal! However, the star also loves a formal wear moment, usually with a daring or sensual twist. Plus, we can't forget to mention those thigh-high leather boots that had fans drooling over his risk-taking look at The Last of Us Season 2 premiere. They're gonna change the name of the movie from Gladiator to Pedro 1. Starring Pedro, written by Pedro, directed by Pedro, edited by Pedro. I only take direction from this guy. Number 11. SNL cameos. When Bad Bunny hosted Saturday Night Live in 2023, he surprised the audience by bringing out Pedro Pascal as a translator for his opening monologue. It's like you make a joke about a part of your body or your face that's unflattering. I don't have any. Totally, me either. However, this wasn't the actor's only appearance in the episode, as he also reprised one of his popular characters later on in the show. Pascal and the singer made the perfect comedic duo with their hilarious Spanglish performance as an overprotective mother and aunt. Kill you, I break your car, I miss you so much, I pray for you every morning, every noon, every night, I love you, I miss you, I love you. He then reunited with Benito and Marcelo Hernandez again for SNL's 50th anniversary, this time in the viral Domingo sketch. Performing alongside Sabrina Carpenter, the star sang his own verse and danced along to the tune of Espresso. Came all this way, had to explain, direct from Domingo. Word to the wise, if you got Hawaii, hide them from the T-Rex. Number 10. Lie detector test. Yes, my full name is Jose Pedro Barmeceda Pascal. Pedro Pascal seems like a relatively honest person, well, despite technically lying as an actor for a living. And this interview with Vanity Fair backed that theory for the most part. Pascal was hit with some tough questions, like his true opinion of the Game of Thrones series finale. Yeesh. How dare you? That's my answer, how dare you? When talking about social media, he recalled a particularly mean comment someone made about his looks. But being the laid-back goofball he is, he just laughed. Somebody said that I looked like Orlando Bloom if he was hit in the face with a shovel. That's right, haters can't get this man down. And if they do, he'll just look up Pedro Pascal fan accounts to remind himself he's a total heartthrob. Do you ever look at Instagram accounts devoted to you being a heartthrob when you're feeling down? Yes, I do. Or he'll repeat his now iconic line. But daddy is a state of mind, you know what I'm saying? I'm your daddy. Number 9. His essentials interview. It's called tilt to live. If I tilt it towards your direction, then it'll kill me. This 2018 GQ interview was one of the first times fans got some insights into the life and mind of Pedro Pascal. And while some celebs may bring more pricey, exclusive items, Pascal largely opted for the bare essentials like basic toiletries, a ball cap, and Tom's shoes. Hey, the man likes to be comfortable, and we're here for it. He did mention a fancy Cartier watch, but since he didn't actually have it with him, he requested a drawing of the item be added in post. But what really stood out was his love for Cap'n Crunch and Hugo Boss undies. Caramel, popcorn, childhood, butter, a mother's loving embrace, a German shepherd in the backyard. Oh, and his exciting book about death. It's basically a 706-page book about death. Number 8. The Oberyn Martell. I'm a prince, boy. Have you ever been with a prince? Can't say I have. Given the amount of career-making performances on Game of Thrones, it becomes all the more remarkable to think that Pedro Pascal, on the cusp of fame, managed to steal the show in only seven episodes in season four. Pascal's portrayal of the Red Viper of Dorne, Oberyn Martell, was absolutely dripping with magnetism and cockiness, and brought chaos in his wake. Tell your father I'm here, and tell him the Lannisters aren't the only ones who pay their debts. Unfortunately, his character, like many fan favorites on the series, didn't live to a ripe old age. You could at least wear a helmet. But while we very much wanted to unsee that horrible end, we kind of knew then and there that that might not be the last time we'd see Pedro Pascal on our screens. This is a big and beautiful world. Most of us live and die in the same corner where we were born, and never get to see any of it. I don't want to be most of us. Number 7. TikTok Live Love Fest. I love everybody who loves me. While doing press for 2022's The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Pedro Pascal took over Lionsgate's TikTok account to interact with fans. His wonderful sense of humor and playfulness kept us smiling at our screens for way too long. We also couldn't get enough of the abundance of love and slew of Gen Z slang. I'm just gonna sit here and say I love you, and say hi, and slay, and yas. He weighed in on the daddy debate, which was a hot topic in the comments, of course. I'm the daddiest daddy. I'm the daddiest daddy. Am I the daddiest daddy? Because I've been seeing that name get thrown around a lot to other people, and I just want to make sure that I'm the daddiest of the daddies. We also learned important facts about him, like that he's a fan of Lana Del Rey, and he's not afraid of ghosts and in fact thinks they're great. I like ghosts. I think ghosts are great. I really do, actually. All jokes and thirsting aside, Pascal's love for his fans is further proof that he's one of the most endearing entertainers ever. Love you kings and queens, and everything in-betweens. Number 6. Hosting Saturday Night Live. My son have ADD. He just like to jump. 2023 might just be the year of Pedro Pascal, whose career is booming. In February, he hosted SNL for the first time, kicking it off with a monologue showing his genuine joy to be there. They were so brave, and without them I wouldn't be here in this wonderful country, and I certainly wouldn't be standing here with you all tonight. He also notably donned a stash and plumber's uniform for a gritty Mario Kart series parody trailer, a show we didn't know we needed until now. You got a name? It's-a me, Mario. But the most loved moment of the night has to be the sketch with Pascal as a cool high school teacher, the subject of many students' fan-cam edits. That's something the actor himself can likely relate to. We feel attacked. From his touching monologue to his hilarious character breaks. Because no matter what, people, people always are. Pedro Pascal's excitement as host made him one of the show's best yet. When I opened, uh, when I opened the door, he- Number 5. Virtual reading with a cast of Community. I also leave you this- I also leave you- Back when the world was in lockdown in 2020, several casts and creators reunited for virtual table readings of the film or television series they worked on. Community creator Dan Harmon got together with the core cast to reenact Season 5's cooperative polygraphy, with Pedro Pascal taking on the guest role of Mr. Stone. Answer the question. No. Troy, rude! It's a doomsday plan, not a picnic plan. Do you really want to witness the horrors we might have to endure just to get on a boat? Originally played by Walton Goggins, Pierce's executor Mr. Stone conducts a polygraph test on the study group and later bequeaths them some of Pierce's... remains. I also leave you this liquid nitrogen-cooled cylinder of my hypervir- hyperviral sperm in case you're lesbians. Pascal had a bit of trouble delivering some of the hysterical lines, causing everyone to join in his uncontrollable chuckles. To you, I leave this bottle of fine scotch so that you're less tempted to drink it. I was waiting for it! Good luck watching this without doubling over in laughter, too. No. 4. The Last of Us Press Tour with Bella Ramsey Bella was Ellie before I was Joel, and so it was so exciting for me to know that I was gonna be with them on this journey. Pascal often plays hardened grumps, but fans know his real-life personality is goofy and kind. In HBO's The Last of Us, his character Joel Miller initially has little interest in getting to know the girl he's smuggling across the country. What am I supposed to do? I'm sure you'll figure that out. And Ellie, played by Bella Ramsey, wears her attitude as armor. But off-set, the actors have a very different relationship. What is a rerun? I knew! A rerun is like a rerun when I would come home, no, like when I would come home from school. The two have incredible chemistry on and off screen, and as we've seen in many interviews, they're just plain cute together. I feel protective of him. We love each other. The hugs, the laughs, the witty banter, their dynamic is almost like something you'd find among siblings. And did we mention how funny this duo is in interviews? I could be swishing around and you'd be protecting me, basically. I could just be swishing behind you. Number 3. Supporting his sister Loox Pascal Did you know there's more than one thespian in the Pascal family? That's right. Pedro's younger sister Loox is an actress, activist, and a soon-to-be Juilliard School graduate. In February 2021, she appeared on the cover of Ya! Magazine. Her proud big brother shared it on Instagram with the caption, Mi hermana, mi corazón, nuestra Loox, meaning my sister, my heart, our Loox. This was also when the actress first publicly talked about her identity as a trans woman, her transition, and her activism in the transgender community. Loox also credited her brother as a vital source of support during her journey to becoming her authentic self. Number 2. Becoming the Mandalorian I can bring you in warm, or I can bring you in cold. Pedro Pascal has been on a steady rise to fame since 2014, when he appeared in the fourth season of Game of Thrones as Oberyn Martell. But by 2019, nearly everyone knew the actor as the star of Disney Plus' first live-action Star Wars series, The Mandalorian. His initial disbelief that creator Jon Favreau wanted him to be the lead shows his true humility as a performer. What do you want me to audition for? The bug? Or the robot? He's like, you're the Mandalorian. While his character Din Djarin tried, and failed, to resist bonding with the child, Pascal has developed a paternal love for Grogu. Yes, he's phenomenal in the role because he's a talented actor, but his dedication to the part and endearing childlike excitement to be in the franchise make his performance out of this world. Don't be afraid. Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions. Dancing with Tiffany Haddish. We already knew the man could dance, but this interaction was priceless. Zaddy lesson. Learning about the levels of daddiness. What is zaddy? Oh, a zaddy is like, it's like a level above daddy. Like, it's like a, yeah. Well then Grogu's gotta say zaddy. Of course he is. I insist. The earliest show spit take. The only thing better than Pascal doing a classic spit take is his infectious laughter. We're in a drought, so climate change is real. You alright? You okay? When he taught us Spanglish slang. A fun way to brush up on our language skills. This is hamburger. Yo quiero un hamburger. Quiero hamburger. Pero like, don't even talk to me right now, okay? Pero like, but like, but like, but like. Laughing, then crying. The actor gave us one of the best reaction memes of the 2020s so far. I don't know, what, what, I, I, not that one. Cramp in my style. This was like a reading of a play for like a theater in Cape Cod. I think I was a very drunk and emotional Tennessee Williams. 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While doing press for the film, their Wired interview became the ultimate showcase of their chaotic friendship. Baby chicken. That's right, I gotta be. When, how'd you know about the baby chicken? I just guessed. We get discussions of facial hair, Muppet look-alikes, Isaac's international language of annoying, and more. What would you call it? I would call it annoying. The language of love. So we totally see why the video was liked over 300,000 times. Most of those might have been us. The close bond the pair share is the best, though Pascal's friendship with Sarah Paulson is a close second. He's daddy, I'm mommy, and we're all — No crumbs left. Which of these moments made it into your Pedro Pascal Hall of Fame? Let us know in the comments below.