Pedro Pascal, known for his roles in The Last of Us and The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, shared his views on diversity and inclusive casting in a recent interview. Pascal’s comments to Variety shed light on the importance of representation and breaking racial stereotypes in the entertainment industry.
During the interview, Pascal discussed the significance of blind casting and the need to cast actors based on their talent and suitability for a role rather than limiting characters to specific racial identities. He expressed his belief that embracing open-minded casting choices can lead to positive change and increased representation. Pascal’s support for diversity resonates as he emphasized, “People get so butthurt about this kind of stuff, but who cares? Because that’s the coolest way of moving the needle is being open about the casting in every way.”