Pedro Pascal is facing unexpected backlash from his own fans after rumors spread that the actor may be dating Argentine designer Rafael Olarra.
The speculation gained traction on social media after Pascal was spotted in public with Olarra in New York, which led to online users claiming the two might be romantically involved.
However, the controversy quickly escalated when some fans began accusing Olarra of having pro-Israel or “Zionist” views, sparking outrage among portions of Pascal’s fanbase.
Major Fan Account Goes On Hiatus
The backlash became more visible when a large Pedro Pascal fan account on X, @acervopedrito, announced it would temporarily stop posting about the actor.
The account posted a lengthy statement explaining the decision, saying Pascal allegedly dating someone they believe to be a “Zionist” conflicted with the actor’s past activism.
“Well, as you probably already know, Pedro is supposedly dating a Zionist and, to top it all off, he went to dinner with Lux at a restaurant that donates money to Israel,” the post read.
The account continued by accusing Pascal of hypocrisy, pointing out that he has previously shown public support for Palestine and has participated in related activism.
“As a fan page and not a cult, we don’t have the mental health to continue with the collection for now,” the admins added while announcing a hiatus.
Shortly after the statement circulated online, the fan account made its profile private.
Dating Rumors With Rafael Olarra
The drama appears to stem from photos circulating online that show Pascal spending time with Argentine designer Rafael Olarra.
Social media users quickly began speculating about the nature of their relationship, which fueled rumors that the two might be dating.
At the same time, some fans began accusing Olarra of holding pro-Israel political views, though those claims remain unconfirmed.
Neither Pascal nor Olarra has publicly addressed the rumors or the growing online controversy.
Politics And Celebrity Fandom Collide
The situation highlights how political debates increasingly spill into celebrity fandoms online.
Pascal has previously been outspoken about social and political issues, including LGBTQ activism and support for Palestine. Because of that history, some fans claim the dating rumors contradict the actor’s public positions.
Others online have pushed back against the criticism, pointing out that the relationship rumors and political accusations remain unverified speculation.
