"I like my own burps!" Pedro Pascal on playing The Mandalorian and meeting "The Ultimate Daddy"

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Pedro Pascal joins BBC Radio 1's film critic Ali Plumb to talk about taking on the role of The Mandalorian in the Star Wars universe. He reveals all about Grogu (aka Baby Yoda), George Lucas and why the series has been such a success.
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Correction: As several people have pointed out, we included a photo of Pedro's younger sister rather than his older sister by mistake! Apologies to Lux, Pedro and Javiera. For even more Pedro, watch Becoming... The Mandalorian in full in BBC iPlayer in the UK: bbc.in/3J7R8Ej

[@ElliottOrSomething]

🗣️wrong sister in the photo!

[@bbcradio1]

@@ElliottOrSomething Ah, sorry, you're right, we've made a mistake there! Apologies to Lux, Pedro and Javiera.

[@secret3dthing]

I went "woah they look very alike" 😄

[@misskhanitthakumrong3901]

Hello ❤❤❤❤❤

[@a.w.3438]

I like your interviews on my zaddy Pedro.

[@dwindlinglights7179]

The way that Pedro is just so disarming and almost flirts with every single interviewer is so endearing. You can't help but love him

[@marianadamelio]

It's his voice to me. He's a natural charmer

[@BernardoPatino]

is it just him but he has him blushing 😭😭 we stan

[@Phyrefly6]

I feel like the only one flirting was the interviewer.

[@aaronmanthey539]

Pedro Pascal naming Dave Filoni George Lucas's protégé and acknowledging he's the creator of the clone wars is music to my ears.

[@traprexx3086]

Exactly! 💯

[@SexiestKingHHH]

He definitely knows how & when to show respect & give credit where credit is due 👌🏼😌

[@vipe650r]

Warmed my heart. What a beautiful thing to do publicly.

[@purplepianoist88]

Oh yes, I loved that.

[@RB-ii5jo]

so glad there wasn’t a whole topic of “daddy” it was briefly mentioned but not discussed. pedro has so much more to talk about than what he’s being called, this is what ali does really well by actually asking questions people want to hear and getting interesting answers pedros hasn’t had to deliver hundreds of times already

[@maythecat6920]

Agreed!!💯💯💯

[@gragooshka]

i think that's why he said no at the beginning of the vid

[@headlikeorange3600]

@@gragooshka I thought the same. Glad he is outright refusing, but sad that he thinks that would have been the first question the Beeb asked him. He is such a good actor; this is sad.

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

​@@headlikeorange3600 You have to reconsider what "sad" is. These are two people at the top of their jobs having a great time, having fun. Get real.

[@Zombina638]

Um no. Stop trynna be different 😂

[@catswithlasers]

It’s so awesome that he gives a ton of credit to Lateef Crowder and Brendan Wayne. Pedro seems like just a genuinely incredible person who loves what he does and respects the people who have helped make it happen

[@rafaelaamanda7416]

He's amazing and humble and always gave them credit, they're the ones who who exclude him several times

[@soemmasays]

It's too bad they don't show him the same respect in return.

[@lilac951]

​@@soemmasays what do you mean ?

[@Nueztoy]

YESSS!!! For example 9:38 and 10:29 That walk is Brendan, he moves like his famous grandfather

[@lilac951]

@@soemmasays poor Pedro 😔

[@BuruIgeru]

Once again, Ali manages to stand out from all the Pedro coverage/interviews by not jumping into the "thirst train". I know we all love Pedro as "daddy" but that's really beginning to wear thin. Always a pleasure you let him do what he does best BBC One.

[@Idreaminfru1tsandleather]

exactly what i was gonna say lmao

[@judyo923]

I love Pascal - this is BBC, right? This interview was dumb. WHY? why when you have a great actor answering your questions - would you make it a dumb interview with dumb questions? I feel like the interviewer talked more than Pedro. I really hate when the interviewer tries to highjack an interview.

[@peri7755]

THE ALI PLUMB AND PEDRO PASCAL INTERVIEW IS HERE! I REPEAT: THE ALI PLUMB AND PEDRO PASCAL INTERVIEW IS HERE!

[@superboyprime515]

This is The Way :)

[@amy749]

@@superboyprime515this is the wae

[@MinisterOfAffairs]

An actor with zero haters. What a guy!

[@terriflying]

thank you for telling pedro how funny din can be! people label him as this stoic serious character but like no? he's literally so hilarious without even trying

[@Commander_Shepard.]

Hopefully they won't turn him MCU-level funny.

[@MaMastoast]

Often he is funny because he is stoic

[@Commander_Shepard.]

@@MaMastoast Exactly. Him being stoic all the time makes the few funny things he do more hilarious.

[@camo2156]

I completely agree!!

[@djarinstar]

i absolutely love pedro and his humor and just how humble he is, it's so great to see him getting the recognition he deserves and original questions. he looks tired here, so hopefully he gets some rest soon

[@h.c.429]

chilean humor🇨🇱💖✨

[@bszandra]

I noticed that too! I hope its a long day for him and he is ok 🥰

[@djarinstar]

@@bszandra same, it's probably because of doing press for both mandalorian and the last of us

[@JustNess78]

OMG, I love that they kept referencing that SNL sketch. That sketch was the funniest thing ever! LOL

[@benzaiten933]

the overprotective mom skit? the friggin' Mario Kart skit? his episode was awesome from beginning to end.

[@JustNess78]

@@benzaiten933 So true, but this sketch was my favorite. I'll be quoting it for years to come.. LOL

[@louisberry4403]

Pedro is amazing. This is his year with Mando And The Last Of Us the latter he hopefully wins The Emmy.

[@datdudeinred]

To be honest bella deserves Emmy too. Especially the acting in episode 7 by Bella was spectacular. & ofc ep6 for pedro.

[@cheemanoor9415]

I just love love love his voice so so badlyy...than i can eat all his interviews...❤❤❤❤❤❤..his voice kills❤❤

[@cataciudad9938]

I love him giving credit to his hairstylist and the other Mando actor 💕

[@laurenbendik2006]

Pedro has two modes: totally bonkers and chaotic, or serene and calming. This is the latter and I love it.

[@jayelarr5544]

Absolutely love this humble hilarious man known as Pedro Pascal.

[@soemmasays]

Love Pedro so much! He's so likable, humble, and funny. He's also a much bigger person than me for always being so kind about his bitter stunt doubles, especially Brendan Wayne, who is constantly shading him on Twitter and Instagram.

[@eri-mq4rq]

lmfaooooo

[@roman4386]

what really? why?

[@dewainalexander6615]

What did he say?

[@dewainalexander6615]

You know it has to be about money. It makes people act dumb. Like it's Pedro's fault.

[@soemmasays]

​@@haveaniceday111 They constantly shade him on IG and Twitter because they want more credit for their role but.....they are stunt doubles and he is the lead actor. He acknowledges them constantly but it's never enough for them. They basically pretend he doesn't exist and they/their friends/family members all pretend that they're the lead roles on the show and ignore Pedro.

[@sebastianalegria3401]

As a Chilean, I can't be prouder of Pedro who has been able to succeed in the Hollywood industry in which lately has given Latinoamerican actors like him opportunities. Moreover, I never thought he was going to host the Oscars, but he did it haha.

[@alobo9937]

He needs to be called "Zendalorian" for all the millions of times he graciously answers gazillions of questions about being called a Dad. Dios Bendiga, Pedro. Nosotros te centimos🌺️

[@joshoshea3194]

This man can do no wrong. Not only is the Mandalorian utterly brilliant he now has The Last of Us under his belt which is also amazing. I mean who saw that coming. Great guy.

[@ryann.9636]

Don’t forget Narcos

[@jlypham]

He was awesome alongside nic cage in the Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent too!

[@sigmamale6128]

Can do no wrong? he mourned the death of a pedo and domestic abuser on twitter. the mandalorian is pretty average also honestly.

[@bubblegumbxtchh]

I loooved him in Game of Thrones too!

[@laurenbendik2006]

LOU is a work of art……give it all the awards.

[@lilyburger5818]

He is always so appreciative of his team and is always quick to mention them, it’s so nice.

[@bellabrieeee]

He is so effortlessly cool and charming. We love him.

[@thedarkknight2221]

Pedro Pascal is one of those people who is literally impossible not to love. Like Keanu Reeves or Robert Downey Jr. Also I want to see him reprise his “super serious” Mario from SNL and do a sketch around Smash Bros. Tell me you wouldn’t want to see that!

[@mazroon]

Yeah, he's so lovable! So strange he doesn't have, and doesn't appear to have ever had a significant other.

[@laratheringfabian]

@@mazroon he’s talked about his fear of attachement is his recent Wired interview (you should read it it’s super insightful). Clearly he’s been hurt before :(

[@christinabellamoore]

Pedro Pascal is so adorable, he even looks good in a Brillo Pad.

[@MoneyyyOG]

bro pedro is such a FUCKING KIND AND GENUINE PERSON.. so glad hes as blessed as he is rn

[@DepressicaRabbit]

If any other man says he likes the taste of his own burps and smell of his own farts, I'm gagging and running for the door. But when this guy says it I'm like, "it adds texture to his personality"

[@dorotalendzion1074]

"i like my own burps" Jeeesus he's impossible! I watch many interviews with lots of actors but his one of the most talented!!! With such a distance to himself. It's so amazing and rare! How not to love such a gem. Congrats on his career so far. He did huge staff this year. Not to mention, this year SNL 'waking up', which literally made cry with laughter😂😂😂😂

[@jeanettecarnell8933]

He has the best exasperated sighs😂as Mando and Joel....! Definatly Dadalorian ! Lol,love his interviews.thanks!😊the Mandalorian brought back my l ove for the franchise,all 9f the stuff I loved from the original trilogy..... and I am ever thankful!

[@emilyemslee]

Pedro Pascal has golden retriever energy x1000000 ♥🔥♥🔥♥♥♥

[@msreal5270]

I know he got his publicist STRESSING😂

[@nikkia5399]

One of my fav moments when the Jawas laugh at him trying to speak Jawa! Lol!!! Wookie!!! 😂😂😂

[@dewainalexander6615]

You understand this! Tries to set them on fire. 😂😂😂

[@nemesis5271]

that scene was hilarious 😂

[@SE-gs6gd]

Why is it that every time I see Grogu I turn into a coo-ing idiot. I want one.

[@XoXo475]

We all do …

[@SE-gs6gd]

@XoXo I just want to see more of his development this season. More more more Groguey. Also Pedro is great!

[@camilar.369]

Cause he's baby

[@i_love_rescue_animals]

Ali Plumb and Pedro riffing off of the SNL voice was everything. Love how down to earth Pedro is.

[@cloudh]

One of the interviews where it feels like a comfortable space for Pedro, and is actually fun to watch

[@Missjunebugfreak]

Pedro is so adorable and talented. He deserves every bit of success he's getting right now.

[@cheemanoor9415]

I can watch more n more....coz like addicted to Din ..His voice is so so Amazing.... Blesss uh Mando❤

[@CK-re9wv]

I fucking adore him he is forever my love❤

[@MrJara1018]

He is so charming

[@AA-qt1hi]

I'm totally invested in this man and his continued success!

[@Loki_Yogi]

I think Pedro Pascal is one of the most likeable and most loved stars of our day. Such a genuine dude.

[@coolbreeze5683]

Pedro is right, grumpiness is funny. I'm sure most of the time when I thought my dad was mad when I was growing up, looking back now, I'm sure he went into the next room and cracked up laughing

[@lady_elle]

He's so likeable and enjoyable to watch in interviews

[@laurenbendik2006]

I dont even watch mandalorian but I need to see every pedro interview.

[@Mrfirst_Fml]

Thanks for your continuous love and support. ❤️ For how long have you been a fan of mine?

[@lillithdv8]

Grumpiness is funny and when done well it can be sexy. Pedro delivers on all fronts

[@Backroad_Junkie]

I prefer curmudgeonly over grumpy... 😁

[@MakeupByNamaisa]

he’s one of my favorite interviewers. The humor is always so well timed and the questions are great!😃

[@orie._.]

You can tell how much fun they've had during the interview 😂

[@ernestoramoscruz73]

Pedro pascal is talented actor and a humble person. For that everyone love him very much. Keep been you and don’t change…😊👍

[@DavidWilliams-nm5jv]

I absolutely LOVE that Pedro made sure to highlight Dave Filoni and his contributions/importance.

[@susannecoolkidsgerman7989]

I believe Pascal when he says he cannot easily do the Mandalorian voice on command because he is someone who almost always smiles when he speaks and that he cannot do when the speaks as the Mandalorian. He has to do a different mimic and stay absolutely serious, I bet. This interview, again by Ali Plumb, one of the best to me! It is unpredictable, funny, delivering new facts and little anecdotes. So many other interviews to me seem to be full of the same questions. Thank you Ali Plumb/BBC Radio 1!

[@yourfavoritebubbe7444]

The Mandalorian is the best thing to happen to Star Wars since the Clone Wars. It really is a brilliant show.

[@LilTy702]

The clip of Favreau recording George Lucas holding the Star Wars character he created was probably such a cool nerd moment for him

[@MayLily]

The Brits sure loved his SNL appearance- they kept mentioning it in interviews lol.

[@nightview93]

i see pedro, i click

[@laismaria737]

I LOVE THIS INTERVIEW SO MUCH

[@jcnextgeneration]

Thank you Pedro for giving credit to the suit actors because many fans do respect them or just don’t realize that Pedro Pascal is not in the suit majority of the time.

[@rafaelaamanda7416]

Pedro always gave credit to them, they are the ones who exclude him several times

[@soemmasays]

Ironically, he always gives them credit and they're always shading him publicly on Instagram and Twitter despite knowing what they signed up for. They're not the face of the Mandalorian or the lead - he is. Everyone on the show has stunt men, yet it's only Brendan and Lateef that are shading the lead actor for simply doing his job even though he was hired to be the face and main actor of the show. They absolutely deserve credit but they've been wildly disrespectful toward Pedro and it makes them really unlikable.

[@kateb1362]

@@soemmasays Exactly!!! It’s cringe to see the things I’ve seen them post! Not to mention, you can 100% tell when Brendan is in the suit and not Pedro, he sucks! With his weird ass head movements and over selling. It was horrid in Book of Boba Fett. Pedro was in the suit most of season 2 and only missed a few episodes in season 1. It appears season 3 will not be him, unfortunately I can tell

[@soemmasays]

@@kateb1362 I can't believe Disney lets them get away with acting the way they do and that they've basically been rewarded for their bitter behavior with co-actor credits after years of being nasty toward Pedro. There's a reason why Pedro was chosen and why he's the face of the show. They demean him and his work while he takes every opportunity to praise them and they're the only ones doing it....other stunt people understand their roles and don't act shady toward the main actors. Pedro doesn't deserve it and honestly, it ruins some of the magic of the show when you see that stuff.

[@seanclark6674]

Not to sound ignorant but what have the other two said or done? I've literally only seen positivity from them myself. Just curious.

[@nemesis5271]

the mando trying to speak jawa scene cracks me up every time 🤣

[@AdrianiSunuddin]

You understand this?!! 7:27

[@michaelski6671]

8:12 the most relatable thing he's said

[@AjeetSinghMotion]

from game of thrones to Last of us, he really nailed it..I became a fan of his throughout his performances

[@Largentina.]

Yeah, that's usually how people become fans of actors. Through their performances.

[@jakegreen2409]

Ali always brings out the best in everyone he interviews. This was awesome

[@hannahopstekop]

he said 'my older sister' and they show a picture of lux, who is definitely younger than him...

[@Malia_Kai]

Came here for that comment!

[@bbcradio1]

You're right, we made a mistake there! Apologies to Lux, Pedro and Javiera.

[@angelada9635]

Caught that too.

[@mekostevens9265]

Ali is the best interviewer and Pedro is just perfect

[@andreakeeling9217]

I was so surprised that I liked the Mandalorian. I didn’t expect it to be that good and it was AMAZING.❤❤❤❤

[@katrinkroning1634]

He is so awesome. ❤

[@kayciewithie4941]

Credit should be given where credit is due, and I have IMMENSE respect for the work the stunt doubles have done. Props to them. But Pedro pascal is the mandalorian. He is the face of din djarin. When Mando walks, does stunts or whatever it is Pedro’s face that I am imagining behind the mask. (Wanted to clarify this after all the shady stuff online, and also because it is simply true)

[@laratheringfabian]

Pedro and the best interviewer on earth! Omg! So excited to watch 😍😍😍

[@kadosho02]

That interview was awesome 😎 "This is the way"

[@AdrianiSunuddin]

This is the way!

[@purplepianoist88]

I agree, Mando/Din is comic relief a lot of time and is underrated in that role. I think part of why I love him is his skill it takes to show emotion with a helmet on. Similarly to how intimidating Vader is in his suit. It makes his few moments without his helmet so impactful.

[@thechatterbot]

We need to protect this man

[@javieraespinoza2601]

Adore him

[@ammdakin]

Thank you Coco Ullrich for your service, we are forever in your debt 😂❤

[@nurseaylla]

I’m obsessed with Pedro Pascal 😍😍😍😍😍🤌🏻✨🤍

[@koivunen2489]

I can't get over that fuzzy disco ball he's wearing

[@randomheadful7190]

Seeing Ali Plumb interview Pedro is just next level for me. His interviews are always the best. This is fantastic!

[@HubertMotleyJr]

Pedro's Lumpy Space Princess is impeccable!

[@bradthurkle7217]

I just binged watched the whole series and I gotta say it was surprisingly absolutely fantastic. I thought here we go this is going to be crap but no way. I loved it. I need more Mando adventures 🙏🏻.

[@EmzZone42]

I love him ❤

[@queenofnochill]

This was such a chill interview. I loved their report. They only thing that I noticed was that when I brought up his older sister they showed him with this younger sister.

[@Mrfirst_Fml]

Thanks for your continuous love and support. For how long have you been a fan of mine?

[@djdazzydeaf7568]

Bloody good interview 💓

[@SuperCJ1012]

Been waiting for this interview 🙌

[@Indieglade]

"dont get meh stahhtahhhdd"😭😭

[@commandZee]

❤ the edits to the supplemental footage! Good piece, thanks!

[@pinkstrawberries25]

LOVE HIM HES THE BEST

[@sanrio144]

as a person from the uk I’m loving all the content of pedro in the uk 😭😭💗

[@racheluriah]

I LOVE this man

[@k.l.6378]

Both of those Persons are so lovely. Wholesome, calm and funny interview

[@Slaaverin]

I don't even like the star wars franchise in general...but mandalorian is such a fun and entertaining show that it makes me love the universe. Pedro is so funny as Mando he deserves all the praises!

[@amancayness]

Ali hace la mejores entrevistas y junto a Pedro Pascal es maravillosa!

[@peterc5318]

That was a great interview 😍👍

[@danlev3365]

Love all the interviews that you do!!

[@wicked8576]

pedro is just a blast, he was as oberyn martell, he is as mando and also in the last of us.. and I need to watch his movie with nic cage.. :)

[@user-zx5js1xc1l]

He’s so done with being called daddy you can tell

[@CD-bn7el]

Omg what a fun interview by both. Thank u

[@pomgrannycoco8766]

This TV show is just amazing...🎉

[@eminator25]

LOVE the coco shoutout!! 😂😂

[@MostlyJoJoMemes]

daddy pedro

[@stee74sb]

Pedro is so likeable

[@tjohnson7451]

I wish this interview was longer 😩😩

[@dela71191]

I love Pedro always give credit to Lateef & Brendan

[@honeydenison83]

Yes, I do wonder how often he's in the suit in comparison to Lateef and Brendan. Nice to see him give the guys credit as many people believe Pedro is in the costume all the time.

[@lanchparty]

The most uncomfortable sweater in existence, but he's still adorable.

[@eric4232]

What a great interview, thanks.

[@e50e1]

i love this interview but lets all put the daddy thing to rest already lol

[@ceriswiseman2728]

No

[@camilar.369]

God yes

[@alle8047]

i think they were talking more here on the "dad" roles he keeps getting not just the "internet daddy"