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Pedro Pascal Supports Kimmel Amid Conservative Backlash

9/19/2025

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Story summary

Pedro Pascal backed Jimmy Kimmel after ABC suspended his show amid conservative backlash over jokes about Donald Trump and Charlie Kirk.
Pascal's social media post, featuring "Yay Gay," excited his queer fans.
His comment, while ambiguous, was not a direct response to criticism.
Known for supporting the queer community, Pascal has portrayed queer characters.
The incident underscores tensions between celebrity activism and conservative views.

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Story summary

Pedro Pascal backed Jimmy Kimmel after ABC suspended his show amid conservative backlash over jokes about Donald Trump and Charlie Kirk.
Pascal's social media post, featuring "Yay Gay," excited his queer fans.
His comment, while ambiguous, was not a direct response to criticism.
Known for supporting the queer community, Pascal has portrayed queer characters.
The incident underscores tensions between celebrity activism and conservative views.