Overview
- Pascal overcame a childhood marked by fleeing Chile’s Pinochet dictatorship and enduring bullying in California, an experience that shaped his resilience.
- After experimenting with drugs as a teen, including an acid trip, he credited his mother’s steady support for keeping him grounded.
- Facing years of rejection in his 20s and 30s, Pascal seriously considered nursing until his sister Javiera and actress Sarah Paulson persuaded him to stay in acting.
- His latest film, Eddington, earned him a standing ovation at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, marking another milestone in his rising career.
- Currently starring in Fantastic Four: First Steps, Pascal continues to use his platform to advocate for social causes, including transgender rights.