Portrait of Pedro Pascal Struggling with Anxiety, His Quirks Are Not Without Reason!

Pedro Pascal, an actor born on April 2, 1975, in Santiago, Chile, started his career in the entertainment industry from the ground up. He graduated with a degree in acting from New York University and appeared in several TV series such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and The Good Wife. However, his name truly skyrocketed when he portrayed Oberyn Martell in the 4th season of the legendary series Game of Thrones in 2014. Since then, acting offers have poured in, including significant roles in the series Narcos, The Mandalorian, and The Last of Us, which earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award and nominations for an Emmy and a Golden Globe.

In the midst of a brilliant career, Pedro went viral because of his behavior while performing in front of the public. Netizens began to notice that he often touches or holds the hands of his female colleagues at various events. One moment that became the subject of gossip was when he appeared very close and affectionate with Vanessa Kirby, to the point where they looked like a real couple. A similar situation occurred when he performed with his long-time friend, Sarah Paulson. The public was divided; some said it was a form of intimacy and affection between friends, but many also viewed it as gestures that were overly intimate and could be uncomfortable for his co-stars.

However, in a recent statement, Pedro Pascal openly admitted that he suffers from anxiety disorders. He explained that at certain moments, especially when in front of many people or in intense situations, he feels calmer when he can touch others. "Sometimes my anxiety comes on suddenly. But by holding hands or leaning on someone, I feel more 'grounded' in my own body," he said. In the field of psychology, such conditions are known as a touch-based coping mechanism. Several studies have also shown that light touch can help reduce stress levels and cortisol hormone, while also increasing oxytocin, the comfort hormone.

Nevertheless, Pedro's gestures continue to spark controversy because he always appears with women. Netizens have questioned why he never engages in physical contact with male colleagues. Is this a form of gender bias unconsciousness or simply because his work chemistry happens to be with the opposite sex? These questions have not been directly answered by Pedro, but they have become an interesting note that keeps his name in the spotlight.

Outside of this controversy, Pedro Pascal is known as a very vocal supporter of the LGBTQ+ community, especially transgender individuals. He openly condemns anti-trans comments from public figures and once posted a poster that read, 'A world without trans people has never existed and never will.' This support is also tied to the fact that his own sister, Lux Pascal, is a transgender woman who officially came out to the public in 2021. Pedro has never hesitated to show his pride and love for Lux in various interviews and social media posts.

Regardless of the pros and cons, Pedro Pascal's achievements in the entertainment world cannot be overlooked. He has successfully starred in major films such as Wonder Woman 1984, Gladiator II, and the most anticipated: The Fantastic Four: First Steps, where he plays Reed Richards aka Mr. Fantastic. In addition to the accolades from The Last of Us, Pedro is also regarded as one of the most beloved actors in the current streaming era.

According to several psychologists, such as Dr. Sunita Sah, light touch can indeed have a calming effect for those suffering from anxiety. "Touch sends a safe signal to the brain, calms the nervous system, and helps us refocus," she said in an interview with Psychology Today. Even a hug lasting just 20 seconds can help reduce physical and emotional tension. What do you think, KLovers?