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José Pedro Balmaceda Pascal (Spanish: [xoˈseˈpeðɾo βalmaˈseða pasˈkal]; born April 2, 1975) is a Chilean and American actor. After nearly two decades of taking small roles on stage and television, Pascal had his breakout role as Oberyn Martell in the fourth season of the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones (2014). He gained further prominence with his portrayal of Javier Peña in the Netflix crime series Narcos (2015–2017). He went on to appear in the films The Great Wall(2016), Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017), The Equalizer 2 (2018), and Triple Frontier (2019). Pascal's leading roles as Din Djarin in the Disney+ science fiction series The Mandalorian (2019–2023) and Joel Miller in the HBO post-apocalyptic drama series The Last of Us (2023–present) propelled him to international stardom, earning him a reputation for portraying adoptive father figures. For the latter role, he received numerous accolades, including a Screen Actors Guild Award and nominations for a Golden Globe Award and Primetime Emmy Award. He also portrayed parental characters in We Can Be Heroes (2020), Strange Way of Life (2023), and The Wild Robot (2024). Pascal has also starred in the big-budget films Wonder Woman 1984 (2020) and Gladiator II (2024). He plays Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, beginning with The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025). Active in theatre since 1999, he made his Broadway debut as Edmund in a 2019 adaptation of King Lear. In 2023, Time Magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Description above from the Wikipedia article Pedro Pascal, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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for Pedro Gregorio Armendáriz Hastings in Unbroken Spirit: The Katy Jurado Story
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"Unbroken Spirit: The Katy Jurado Story" is a must-watch biopic that will leave you feeling inspired and moved. This gripping film takes you on a journey through the life of the legendary actress Katy Jurado, who defied all odds to become an international star. Born in Mexico City in 1924, Katy Jurado's passion for acting led her to pursue her dreams on the silver screen, despite the societal norms of the 1940s. Her early struggles and triumphs in Mexican cinema set the stage for her eventual arrival in Hollywood, where she made history as the first Mexican actress to be nominated for an Academy Award. As the film delves into Katy's journey in Hollywood, you will be captivated by her indomitable spirit and talent, which helped her navigate the challenges of a male-dominated industry and cultural barriers. You will also gain insight into her complex relationships with iconic figures like John Wayne, Marlon Brando, and director John Huston. The film doesn't shy away from Katy's personal struggles, including a tumultuous marriage to actor Ernest Borgnine and her quest for love and acceptance. Through it all, Katy's unbroken spirit shines through, making this biopic a true testament to her unwavering determination and resilience.
