The Pascal Pulse - Issue #27

The one where time sprints past us in jingle bells and tinsel, and suddenly it’s Christmas again. December always feels like a cinematic montage: blinking lights, half-finished plans, too much sugar, not enough sleep. One minute it’s November, the next we’re emotionally attached to a mug of something warm, wondering how the year managed to slip through our fingers like snow melting on a glove.

Speaking of time behaving badly, it’s impossible not to throw it back to Pedro’s Mexico vacation last year - an era that now feels both extremely recent and mythologically distant. Sun, water, laughter, and yes, those videos and photos: Pedro in swim trunks, unbothered, thriving, casually reminding the internet that joy is real and sometimes shirtless. A gift, truly. The kind of holiday spirit that doesn’t come wrapped but absolutely lives rent-free in fandom memory.

This December, though, the energy has shifted. Pedro’s family is almost certainly exhausted from the sheer number of Santa’s elves trying to sneak him out of the house. Every wish list, every metaphorical chimney, every hopeful heart seems to be quietly asking the same thing: please let Pedro be under the tree. Or at least nearby.

And just like that, this is the last newsletter of 2025. Twenty-seven weeks of The Pascal Pulse -thank you for reading, sharing, and showing up with us week after week. As we head into 2026, we’re already looking forward to what’s next: at least 56 more issues of shared joy, laughs, and collective appreciation for Pedro, Lux, Javi and maybe even Nico, even though we all know he doesn’t really like the attention.

January was a slow month. Pedro was spotted on his way to his car after working up a sweat at the gym on Tuesday afternoon (January 7) in Los Angeles. He also got his first haircut of the year from Mira Chai - a slow start to what would become such a successful year.

February found Pedro Pascal dancing between high-profile glamour and heartfelt culture. He kicked off the Fantastic Four press tour with a lively appearance on Good Morning America, teasing his role as Reed Richards. That same week, he showed up at SNL50: The Homecoming Concert on Feb. 14 and then he took the stage two days later at the SNL 50 live special, reprising a fan-favorite sketch and stealing scenes alongside Bad Bunny and Sabrina Carpenter. On February 18, he attended the opening of “Peter Berlin: Permission to Stare”, a queer art exhibition curated by his close friend Russell Tovey.

On March 19, Pedro attended the special Oakland premiere of Freaky Tales at the Grand Lake Theatre, a fittingly local and cinematic start to the month.
March 24 marked the Los Angeles premiere of The Last of Us Season 2 at the TCL Chinese Theatre, kicking off a major press tour.
That same day, Pedro appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, seamlessly shifting between drama and charm with his Adult Content shirt, designed by Pippa Garner, as the first public supporter for Mother Daughter Holy Spirit’s trans justice funding project.
March was also the month where we saw first The Materialists poster.
Pedro also starred as the lead in Apple’s Someday AirPods 4 short film, directed by Spike Jonze, dancing his feelings out.

We opened April with a celebration of Pedro’s 50th birthday by sharing the projects the Pascal Pulse editors, along with fans and friends, had been working on. Pedro then celebrated the milestone in an underground jazz club, with Trans icon and renowned DJ Honey Dijon leading the party into the night.

On April 4, Freaky Tales officially hit theaters, letting wider audiences finally catch up with the film’s pulpy, offbeat energy.
April 13 marked the seismic return - and loss- of Joel Miller in The Last of Us Season 2, a moment that left viewers stunned and timelines grieving. Almost immediately after THE episode aired, Empire dropped its cover, sealing the episode’s emotional impact in glossy permanence.
Mid-month took Pedro to Star Wars Celebration Japan, where he appeared alongside Sigourney Weaver, blending sci-fi royalty across generations.
The trip included a stop on Good Morning America, bringing the celebration stateside before the jet lag could set in.
Rounding out the month, on April 22 Pedro attended a special London screening of Thunderbolts*, closing April on an international, blockbuster-leaning note.

For his milestone birthday bash and for the UK premiere of THUNDERBOLTS, Pedro wore Connor Ives’ iconic “Protect The Dolls” shirt to support trans rights, with shirt proceeds supporting the charity Trans Lifeline.

On May 4, Pedro Pascal was spotted in Iceland, where he met poet Anne Carson and her husband.
May 8 brought the release of The Materialists trailer, along with the first wave of press from the film’s promotional tour.
Mid-month, Pedro arrived at the Cannes Film Festival to promote Eddington, directed by Ari Aster, which premiered on May 16.

On May 17, he joined the Eddington press conference, speaking candidly about storytelling, fear, and art-making in an increasingly polarized world.
May 22 saw Pedro attend the world premiere of Ballerina, where his now-iconic “50 yo Bougie Bitch” moment - caught on video inside the theater - promptly went viral.

On June 1, Pedro Pascal joined the cast of Fantastic Four at CCXP 2025 in México, continue the F4 press tour.

On June 3, Pedro Pascal appeared alongside Chris Evans and Dakota Johnson in LADbible’s “Argue the Weirdest Would You Rather?” video, delivering chaotic chemistry and instantly memeable moments.
On June 9, Pedro lent his voice to the cosmos, narrating Encounters in the Milky Way, which debuted at New York’s Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History as an immersive space documentary.
The official trailer for Eddington dropped on June 10, and then June 21 delivered behind-the-scenes footage from The Materialists.
Later in the month, Pedro attended a private screening of Eddington in one of the Firmdale Hotels, keeping the film firmly in the awards-season conversation.

June 29 marked a defining milestone with the release of the first issue of The Pascal Pulse, officially documenting how this collective project and community began.

Early July marked a visible shift as Pedro Pascal officially parted ways with longtime stylist Julia Ragolia and welcomed Jamie Mizrahi as his new creative partner.

On July 1, Pedro attended the West End opening of Evita alongside Sarah Paulson, as two best friends enjoying time together, and giving proud standing ovations to Rachel Zegler’s performance.
By July 7, the global press tour for The Fantastic Four: First Steps ignited in Paris, launching Pedro into full Reed Richards mode.
July 8 and 9 brought the film’s major promotional events to Berlin, where the cast’s chemistry solidified into something unmistakably familial.
On July 10, Pedro appeared at the London fan event for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, leaning fully into crowd-facing warmth.
He followed that on July 11 with the official London photocall, sharp tailoring and quiet confidence doing much of the talking.
July 15 saw Pedro take the tour to Sydney, Australia, continuing the film’s globe-spanning rollout.
That same day, he earned a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series (for The Last of Us), reinforcing his parallel reign in prestige television.

On July 19, fans staged The Pedro Pascal Says Trans Rights Cabaret!, a fan-made celebration honoring queer joy, solidarity, and the values Pedro consistently champions.

July 21 brought the Los Angeles red carpet premiere of Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps - the film’s official world premiere, cementing the team’s arrival into the Marvel canon.
The following day, July 22, he appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! with the Fantastic Four cast, joined by Alan Cumming.
On July 24, Pedro and the Fantastic Four family continued the press run with appearances on Good Morning America and ABC News Live Prime.
Capping the month, Pedro appeared as the cover star of Vanity Fair’s July/August 2025 issue.
He also shared the cover of Empire and People with the Fantastic Four cast, a final stamp on a month defined by momentum, visibility, and collective power.

At the start of August, rumors began circulating that Pedro Pascal was in talks to star in Behemoth!, a new project from Tony Gilroy. On August 8, the rumor proved true, confirming Behemoth! as another bold addition to his slate-sparked memorably by Pedro being spotted leaving the gym with a cello.
On August 14, Pedro joined Tonya Mosley on her podcast Tonya Talks, offering thoughtful conversation and many beautiful insights.
August 17 saw Pedro appear at The Last of Us press line during HBO Max Nominee Celebration Day, closing out the month firmly in awards-season mode.

Pedro Pascal was officially cast in De Noche, a bold new queer romance directed by Todd Haynes, instantly becoming one of the most anticipated projects of the year.
On September 14, Pedro Pascal attended the Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, where he was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for The Last of Us. Sadly, he didn’t take home the award, but he won in our hearts.
The following day, September 15, Pedro interviewed his sister, Lux Pascal, for Elle in a deeply personal piece titled “I See You Before I See Myself.”
On September 16, the Fantastic Four: First Steps gag reel dropped, offering a lighter, more chaotic glimpse behind the Marvel polish.
September 22 brought a new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, reconnecting Pedro’s year to the galaxy far, far away.

On October 3, Pedro Pascal interviewed his friend Russell Tovey for Man About Town, the conversation reading as equal parts admiration, humor, and genuine affection.

On October 6, Pedro attended Paris Fashion Week for Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel debut, where Lux walked the runway, with Pedro there to watch, support, and celebrate her moment.

On October 12, Pedro was spotted at a Chappell Roan concert, once again proving his love for a great live show.
By October 19, he was back on the streets of Los Angeles, attending the No Kings march and closing the month by protesting for causes that matter.

On November 12, Lux Pascal starred in Richard II, which premiered at the Red Bull Theater.
The production marked a significant stage moment for Lux as she stepped into the spotlight in the classical role.
On November 26, Pedro Pascal was spotted on the set of Behemoth!

On December 1, Pedro Pascal was spotted courtside at a Los Angeles Lakers game alongside his agent and friend, Franklin Latt.

The following day, Sarah Paulson received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, with Pedro contributing a beautiful letter that was read aloud during the ceremony.
On December 14, Pedro took part in a post-screening Q&A for Sorry, Baby, hosted by A24, alongside filmmaker Eva Victor.

Over the Christmas holidays, he spent time with family and was seen visiting the Jaws exhibit, clearly enjoying himself and closing out a very successful year.

Thank you all for the love. Knowing that The Pascal Pulse feels welcoming, joyful, and a little like home is the whole reason we do this. We’re endlessly grateful for this community and for every one of you who shows up, reads along, and shares the vibe with us.

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Special Thanks:

To Pedro - thank you for proving that sometimes, society does make the right person famous. Thank you for standing beside those who feel unseen, unheard, and uncertain of their place in the world. You remind us that visibility can be an act of grace.

To our readers - thank you for filling our inbox, our hearts, and this tiny corner of the internet with your brilliance. You turn a project into a community.

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Remember: you’re not too much.
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