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Pedro Pascal news
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The gist
Pedro Pascal joins Late Night with Seth Meyers and stars in Todd Haynes' De Noche. Fans await his next moves after Mandalorian recast rumors.
Background
Pedro Pascal is a prominent actor known for roles in The Mandalorian and The Last of Us. Recent news includes his upcoming appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, a producer praising his performance in Todd Haynes' film De Noche, and speculation about his departure from The Mandalorian.
How it unfolded
- Aug 14, 2026Christine Vachon calls Pedro Pascal 'a revelation' in Todd Haynes' De Noche at Edinburgh Film Festival.
- Aug 17, 2026Reports surface that Matthew McConaughey turned down the role of Joel in The Last of Us, which went to Pascal.
- Aug 19, 2026Late Night with Seth Meyers announces Pascal as a guest for August 20.
- Aug 20, 2026Lucasfilm reportedly recasts Din Djarin, with Pascal not returning.
Who’s saying what
- Producer
- Christine Vachon says Pascal is 'a revelation' in De Noche.
Still unverified
Lucasfilm recasting Din Djarin is based on a single source and not officially confirmed.