Pedro Pascal, renowned for his roles in acclaimed series like The Last of Us, The Mandalorian, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps, has publicly criticized Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling for her recent comments and actions against the transgender community.
On April 17, Pascal responded to a video by writer and activist Tariq Raouf, who criticized Rowling's support for the UK Supreme Court's decision to define "woman" as "a biological woman and biological sex" in the context of the country's equality legislation. This ruling effectively excludes transgender women from protections under the Equality Act.
Following the court's decision, Rowling posted a celebratory photo on Twitter/X, depicting her smoking a cigar and enjoying a drink by the ocean, with the caption, "I love it when a plan comes together." This statement was a nod to her financial support of For Scotland Women, the organization behind the lawsuit.
Pedro Pascal has consistently shown his support for the transgender community. Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images for The Walt Disney Company Limited.
In his response to Raouf's video, which labeled Rowling's actions as "serious Voldemort villain sht," Pascal echoed the sentiment, stating, "Awful disgusting SHT is exactly right. Heinous LOSER behavior."
Pascal's advocacy for the transgender community is well-documented. He previously shared his thoughts on social media, saying, "I can’t think of anything more vile and small and pathetic than terrorizing the smallest, most vulnerable community of people who want nothing from you, except the right to exist," alongside a photo of a sign that read, "A world without trans people has never existed and never will." Additionally, he wore a shirt with the message "Protect the dolls" at the premiere of Thunderbolts in London, a phrase used within the LGBTQIA+ community to refer to trans women.
Pascal's support for the transgender community is also deeply personal; his sister, Lux Pascal, came out as a trans woman in 2021. Pedro responded to her announcement with a heartfelt message in Spanish, "Mi hermana, mi corazón, nuestra Lux," translating to "My sister, my heart, our Lux," showcasing his unwavering support for her.
