Pedro Pascal and former Chilean footballer Rafael Olarra were seen linking arms during a recent outing in New York City, setting off a wave of romance rumors. Photos of the two walking together on the Lower East Side quickly spread online and drew strong reactions. The public sighting caught attention because both men are well known in Chile and abroad. Their shared roots and high-profile careers have only fueled curiosity about their relationship.
Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra spotted in New York
TMZ reported that Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra were seen holding hands while walking to lunch in New York City. The outlet said the pair stepped out on Sunday and looked at ease as they spent time together. They were dressed rather dapper for the occasion and explored parts of Manhattan before sitting down to eat.Olarra built a strong football career in Chile. Reports describe him as a former defender who won three Primera División titles in Chile. He also earned a bronze medal with Chile’s national team at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney. After retiring from the sport, he became a commentator and host for Fox Sports Chile until 2019, then joined ESPN.
If this is accurate, it is not the first time Rafael has shown interest in an actor. The 47-year-old previously dated singer and actor Luke Evans. They confirmed their split in 2021. Olarra later dated model and presenter Lucila Vit. In September 2021, they announced they were expecting, and Vit gave birth to their daughter in April 2022.
Pedro Pascal’s career and advocacy
Pascal, known for his role in ‘The Last of Us,’ has largely kept his personal life private. The famed actor has often been outspoken about politicians while also advocating for numerous causes. He has publicly supported LGBTQIA+ rights, and his sister, Lux Pascal, came out as transgender in recent years.Earlier this month, Pascal was confirmed to star in the revived gay romance film ‘De Noche.’ He replaces Joaquin Phoenix, who left the project just before production began. Pascal will also appear in the upcoming ‘Star Wars’ film ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu,’ set for release in May. Neither Pascal nor Olarra has commented on the dating speculation.
