In an interview with Them, Pedro Pascal recently opened up about the celebrity crushes that shaped his youth, and some of his picks are deeply relatable. From double Harrison Ford to 90s screen icons, Pascal’s picks say as much about him as they do about Hollywood’s impact on a young mind.
The "Wonder Woman 1984" star, 50, started strong by naming Indiana Jones as a major crush. He singled out Ford’s swagger in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" as unforgettable.
Even now, Pascal speaks about Indiana Jones with reverence. The kind of hero who made you want to be brave, or just stare a little longer.
Pedro / IG / Pascal wasn’t content with one Harrison Ford. He doubled down with Han Solo. There is something revealing about choosing two characters from the same actor, and Pascal knows it.
“It’s sort of like a double Harrison Ford, isn’t it?” he joked.
Han Solo had that mix of troublemaker and charm that kids either wanted to be or fell for. The "Star Wars" version of Ford offered edge, humor, and heart.
The "Game of Thrones" alum didn’t hide his affection for Olivia Newton-John’s Sandy. Not the sweet, pre-makeover version. He meant the black-clad, take-control, finale-scene Sandy from "Grease."
Pascal couldn’t forget Michelle Pfeiffer’s Catwoman. In "Batman Returns", she was fierce, graceful, and intense. Pfeiffer’s performance walked a line between danger and magnetism that is hard to forget even decades later.
Brando made a deep impression on Pascal. The "Narcos" star recalled watching "A Streetcar Named Desire" and physically reacting to Brando’s presence. He joked, “You can’t even stay seated,” and it is easy to see why.
During the press tour for "The Fantastic Four: First Steps", co-star Vanessa Kirby noted Pedro Pascal’s emotional openness. She called it his charm, pointing out how vulnerable he is without being performative.
Pedro Pascal’s picks show a deep love for cinema’s golden hits. These weren’t fringe indie favorites. They were blockbuster icons, mainstream stars, and unmistakable characters. That is what made them feel larger than life.
While Pascal was happy to reflect on his past infatuations, he kept current relationships out of view. “I’m very unprivate in my private life,” he said, adding that romance under a public lens is “complex to navigate.”
It is a sharp contrast to how freely he discusses childhood memories. The grown-up version of Pedro Pascal knows where to draw the line, especially in an era where privacy is increasingly rare.
Pedro / IG / After facing some social media criticism over friendly moments with co-stars, Pedro Pascal had unexpected backup.
MCU actor Simu Liu stepped in, dismissing the outrage as “manufactured hate.”
Pascal went from admiring movie icons to joining their ranks. As a Marvel actor in "The Fantastic Four: First Steps", he now stands where Harrison Ford and Michelle Pfeiffer once did. It is a surreal full-circle moment.
He spent years looking up to characters like Han Solo. Now, Pedro Pascal plays leading roles in massive franchises, earning admiration from the next wave of young fans.
However, the timing of Pascal’s crush revelations helped too. With the "Fantastic Four" promo run in full swing, fans were already paying attention. The interview hit a relatable note and went viral.
There is something grounding about seeing a Marvel star talk earnestly about being a smitten kid watching VHS tapes. No spin, no posturing. Just honesty and humor.