In a fiery moment that’s lighting up social media, The Last of Us star Pedro Pascal has publicly slammed Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling, calling her a “heinous loser” following her latest controversial comments about the transgender community.
Rowling, who’s been criticized for her past statements on gender identity, recently posted on X (formerly Twitter) about what she called “the erosion of women’s rights” — a post many felt was again targeting the trans community. The backlash was instant, but few expected a top-tier Hollywood name like Pascal to jump in with such a bold clapback.
Pedro, known not only for his acting chops but also his outspoken advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights (especially for his trans sister, Lux Pascal), didn’t mince words. On Instagram Stories, he reshared Rowling’s post and wrote simply: “Heinous loser. We see you.” That short message triggered a firestorm online — with thousands of fans applauding his courage, while others accused him of going too far.
The debate has gone viral.
Some are hailing Pedro as a hero for standing up against hate. “He’s using his platform for good. That’s what allyship looks like,” one fan tweeted. Others, however, say it’s a dangerous path to villainize someone for expressing differing views, with one comment reading, “Calling names doesn’t help anyone. This just adds fuel to the fire.”
This isn’t the first time Pascal has spoken up. In past interviews, he’s praised his sister’s bravery and called for greater representation and safety for trans people. With this latest public takedown, he’s drawing a clear line — and bringing the conversation about trans rights right back into the spotlight.
Rowling has yet to respond directly to Pascal’s comment, but if her history is any clue, she’s unlikely to stay silent for long.
As the culture war continues to rage in Hollywood and beyond, one thing is clear: Pedro Pascal isn’t afraid to speak his truth — and whether fans agree or not, his voice is one that resonates far and wide.
Stay tuned — this drama is far from over.