Timothee Chalamet is set to bring the famous candy maker Willy Wonka to life in the upcoming musical Wonka. However, he didn’t even have to audition for the part.
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Pedro Pascal, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in popular TV series and movies like “Narcos,” “The Mandalorian,” and “The Last of Us,” credits his career transformation to his breakthrough role on the hit fantasy show “Game of Thrones.” In season four of the HBO series, Pascal portrayed the charismatic and memorable character Oberyn Martell (via Far Out Magazine).Pascal describes his time on “Game of Thrones” as an incredible and ideal experience. Playing a beautifully written and iconic character allowed him to showcase his talent in a solid season of the series.
He acknowledges that this role was his first big break and emphasizes that he had the time of his life. Pascal believes that he wouldn’t be where he is today if it weren’t for the opportunity to portray Oberyn Martell.The role of Oberyn Martell on “Game of Thrones” not only opened doors for Pedro Pascal but also led to significant opportunities and collaborations in his career.
While filming “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” alongside Nicolas Cage, Pascal had the chance to revisit Dubrovnik in Croatia, where much of “Game of Thrones” was filmed. This experience allowed him to reflect on his time playing Oberyn and created a full-circle moment for him.Pascal expresses his gratitude for his first big break and acknowledges the impact it had on his subsequent projects.
Working with Nicolas Cage taught him the importance of caring deeply about his craft and appreciating the work that actors have the privilege to dedicate their lives to. Pascal credits “Game of Thrones” for leading him to star opposite Cage in “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” and speaks highly of the experience of collaborating with such a renowned actor.Pedro Pascal’s
.Timothee Chalamet is set to bring the famous candy maker Willy Wonka to life in the upcoming musical Wonka. However, he didn’t even have to audition for the part.
Meghan King didn't walk away from her marriage to Cuffe Biden Owens empty-handed. The 38-year-old former reality star appeared on Wednesday's, where the host brought up her short-lived marriage to Cuffe, the nephew of President Joe Biden. Meghan and Cuffe split in December 2021 after just two months of marriage. When Cohen asked if Meghan's marriage to Cuffe would have lasted longer had they taken more time to get to know one another before tying the knot, she replied, «No, it would have gone on shorter.
On a pivotal day for Hollywood’s work stoppage, some actors, writers, and creatives had something to celebrate. A quick respite of joy from the picket lines (or potential picket lines) in the form of 2024 Emmy Award nominations.
Pedro Pascal is leading the Emmy nominations alongside Jenna Ortega. The two Latin stars are making history in their categories, with Jenna becoming the youngest Latina acting nominee in the Comedy Series category, following America Ferrera’s nomination and win in 2008.The Chilean actor is breaking a record in the Drama category for his incredible performance in the popular HBO series ‘The Last of Us,’ acting alongside Bella Ramsey, who has also been nominated for Lead Actress in a Drama series.
Jenna Ortega and Pedro Pascal are making history in their respective categories. Ortega becomes the third Latina to be nominated as a lead actress in the awards show, following Rita Moreno for her work in “9 to 5” and America Ferrera for “Ugly Betty.” Pedro Pascal becomes the first actor since 1999 to be nominated as a lead actor, when Jimmy Smits earned his nomination for his work in the show “NYPD Blue.” Emmys 2023: Check out this year’s list of nomineesEmmys: Pedro Pascal is the first Latino to land nomination in Drama category since 1999Emmys: Jenna Ortega makes history as youngest Latina nominee for ‘Wednesday’Despite Ortega and Pascal’s exciting recognition, the number of Latino nominees remains low in award shows.
Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor This year’s Emmy nominees will highlight a more diverse crop of actors, with Latino performers having a particularly strong showing. Of course, much of that is thanks to Pedro Pascal, who has become the most nominated Latino in a single year with three noms. He’s recognized for his work in “The Last of Us” as lead drama actor, “Saturday Night Live” as guest comedy actor and “Patagonia: Life on the Edge of the World” as outstanding narrator. Pascal’s nomination for HBO’s dystopian video game adaptation makes him only the second Latino ever recognized in the drama category after Jimmy Smits’ four consecutive noms for “NYPD Blue” from 1996-1999. But there were some notable Latino stars who didn’t hear their names read — namely, Diego Luna, who was snubbed for Disney’s “Andor” despite its best drama series nomination.
It’s going to be a big night for Pedro Pascal at the 2023 Emmy Awards as he’s up for three awards.
Jenna Ortega and Pedro Pascal are making Emmy history for Latino actors following their respective nominations in leading acting categories announced this morning for the 75th Annual Emmy Awards.
“The Last of Us” star’s character has his eyes gouged out as he dies. “I remember, earlier on, because of ‘Game of Thrones’ and the way my character died, people were super into taking selfies with their thumbs in my eyes,” Pascal recently told The Hollywood Reporter, which has rounded up a series of recounted tales of fan interactions. featuring Pascal and other celebrities like Jenna Ortega and Jennifer Garner.
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“Rob Schneider: Woke Up in America,” a hilarious take on the current events of modern America that debuted on Fox Nation earlier this week.The actor and comedian proved he hasn’t lost his luster, keeping the audience in stitches by wisecracking on everything from today’s culture wars, COVID-19 mask mandates and his own vasectomy to making a movie with Donald Trump. Schneider told “Fox & Friends” on Monday that the secret to modern comedy comes from appealing to the demand for someone who isn’t afraid to push back against censorship or “go against the grain.”Here are some can’t-miss moments from the actor-comedian’s latest endeavor, exclusively available on Fox Nation:Schneider said he voted for Trump – a few times – in 2016.“It was in California, and I was writing on my kitchen counter – I had the ballot because, you know, in California, they mail you like 100 of them,” he joked. “I was just filling them out.
The cast of The Last of Us might have looked very different.
“The Last of Us” bosses originally had someone else in mind to play Joel Miller instead of Pedro Pascal.
It’s hard to imagine The Last of Us without Pedro Pascal, but cocreator Craig Mazin revealed that there was another contender for the role of Joel — Matthew McConaughey.
Frédéric Fekkai has over 30 years of experience in the beauty business and he has racked up an impressive list of A-list clientele along the way.The New York City-based hairdresser is known for his innovative brand and work with Scarlett Johansson, Martha Stewart, Reese Witherspoon, Heidi Klum, Cindy Crawford, and Naomi Campbell, and now, he’s revealing the truth behind haircare rumors and when it’s acceptable to deviate from the norm. «I've encountered numerous myths during my time in the haircare industry, but one that's continued to stick with me is the belief that if you cut your hair during a full moon, it's promised to make your hair grow. Another is the misconception that washing your hair every day will cause your hair to become too dry,» Fekkai tells ET. The facts: «Hair growth comes from internal factors, such as genetics and overall health, rather than the phase of the moon.