Pedro Pascal

By Claudia Romo Edelman, Karla Arenas Valenti, Marcelo Baez (Illustrator)

Part of the Hispanic Star series

Discover the journey of a young dreamer who became a celebrated actor against all odds.

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112 pages

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Bookroo's summary

From a childhood in Chile to stardom in Hollywood, Pedro Pascal's journey is one of resilience and passion. As a young boy, he found refuge in Texas, escaping political turmoil. Encouraged by his parents, Pedro's love for cinema led him to NYU, where he honed his craft. Now a household name, his story inspires young readers to dream big. Explore the life of this iconic actor in a vibrant biography that celebrates Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have shaped our world.

From the publisher

Read about beloved Chilean-American actor Pedro Pascal (Fantastic Four: First Steps, Materialists, The Last of Us, The Mandalorian, The Wild Robot) in the latest installment of Hispanic Star’s series of engaging, illustrated biographies for young readers published in English and Spanish. “More than just a biography, this book provides inspiration, pride, and joy in the journey.” - Booklist Meet award-winning actor Pedro Pascal–once just an imaginative kid obsessed with movies. Born in Chile, Pedro spent his early years in San Antonio, Texas, where his family found asylum during the years of the Pinochet dictatorship. Fueled by the passion for cinema and theater that his parents encouraged early on, Pedro would attend NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and immerse himself into reading screenplays and watching classic movies. Pedro Pascal would eventually become a household name, best known for his roles on Game of Thrones, The Mandalorian, and The Last of Us. IF YOU CAN SEE IT, YOU CAN BE IT. Read about the most groundbreaking, iconic Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have shaped our culture and the world in this gripping biography series for young readers from Claudia Romo Edelman and Hispanic Star, all available in English and Spanish! - HISPANIC STAR: BAD BUNNY - HISPANIC STAR: CELIA CRUZ - HISPANIC STAR: ELLEN OCHOA - HISPANIC STAR: PEDRO PASCAL - HISPANIC STAR: ROBERTO CLEMENTE - HISPANIC STAR: SELENA GOMEZ - HISPANIC STAR: SONIA SOTOMAYOR - HISPANIC STAR: SYLVIA RIVERA Hispanic Star proudly celebrates Hispanic and Latinx heroes who have made remarkable contributions to American culture and have been undeniable forces in shaping its future.

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