Pedro Pascal’s rise to fame has been nothing short of meteoric. Since stepping into the role of Din Djarin, the titular Mandalorian, in the Star Wars universe, Pascal has captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Known for his performances in blockbuster films such as Wonder Woman 1984 (2020) and television shows like The Last of Us, as well as for his endearing off-screen personality, Pascal is a fan favorite.
But beyond his acting, he is also known for being a passionate advocate for issues close to his heart, including transgender rights.
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In recent years, Pedro Pascal’s support for his sister, Lux Pascal, who came out as transgender in 2021, has been an important part of his public persona. Pascal has been vocal in his defense of the LGBTQ+ community and regularly uses his platform to advocate for equality.
His latest comments, however, have drawn significant attention for taking a direct aim at Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling, whose views on gender have sparked controversy over the last several years.
The ongoing dispute started when the UK Supreme Court issued a ruling on April 16, 2025, determining that transgender women are not covered by the legal protections granted to women under Britain’s Equality Act.
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The decision, which effectively denied transgender women legal recognition as women, was celebrated by J.K. Rowling, who has been criticized for her outspoken and often controversial views on gender.
Rowling posted a tweet celebrating the ruling with a photo of herself holding a drink and smoking a cigar, writing, “I love it when a plan comes together.#SupremeCourt #WomensRights.”
This tweet was quickly met with widespread backlash from fans, celebrities, and activists alike. Many called out Rowling for what they saw as an insensitive celebration of a ruling that harmed transgender women’s rights.
I love it when a plan comes together.#SupremeCourt #WomensRights pic.twitter.com/agOkWmhPgb
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) April 16, 2025
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However, for Pedro Pascal, this was more than just a disagreement over political views—it was personal. Pascal has long been an advocate for his sister, Lux, who is transgender. He has supported her publicly on numerous occasions, including taking her to red carpet events and expressing his pride in her courage. So, when Rowling’s tweet sparked controversy, Pascal didn’t hold back.
In his Instagram post from activist Tariq Ra’ouf, the actor called her actions “heinous LOSER behavior,” making it clear that he would not stand by while someone with such a large platform continued to contribute to harmful rhetoric.
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Ra’ouf, an activist and ally to the transgender community, praised Pascal for speaking out. He highlighted how one comment from a public figure like Pascal could have a profound impact, bringing attention to an issue that might otherwise have been overlooked by the mainstream media.
Ra’ouf’s follow-up Instagram video echoed the sentiment that silence from celebrities on these issues can be just as harmful as openly supporting discriminatory views.
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Despite facing mounting criticism, Rowling remains a central figure in the Harry Potter franchise. The author is reportedly still an executive producer on the upcoming Harry Potter series being developed at Max (formerly HBO Max). While many fans have called on the platform to distance itself from Rowling due to her controversial views, the company has defended her involvement, asserting that the series would not be the same without her.
In addition to Pascal, numerous other celebrities have made their opposition to Rowling’s views known. Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, for example, has publicly stated that she will not be a part of any future Harry Potter projects, citing her strong stance on LGBTQ+ rights. These celebrities’ voices have helped amplify the debate, pushing it into the mainstream media and raising important questions about the intersection of art, commerce, and personal beliefs.
What are your thoughts on the ongoing conflict between Pedro Pascal and J.K. Rowling? Do you agree with Pascal’s bold stance on transgender rights, or do you think the controversy surrounding Rowling’s views should be separated from her work? Should major companies like Max distance themselves from Rowling, or is it time for the Harry Potter franchise to move forward? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and join the conversation on this highly charged issue.
Pascal is a two bit actor. Who cares what he thinks
If you need to schedule a prostate exam, you are not a woman. Full stop. Stop the insanity already.
Even these comments are full of heinous losers. Such as John a two bit cissy and teamJKR an even bigger Cissy. Both are also Sissies. Cause they can’t accept differant kinds of people, and decry an actor far beyond anything they’ll ever do in their lifetime because of their sad little cissy boy beliefs.
Rowling shouldn’t be fired for her views anymore than Pascal should be fired for his
Jk Rowling admitted she first became aware of trans women when a boyfriend who beat her also had a trans girlfriend and she BLAMED the trans woman INSTEAD of the MAN WHO ACTUALLY beat her. It doesn’t seem like a sound or logical argument but hen all anti trans arguments are illogical an d they all think bye saying binary that is what it is and it isn’t