Two of our favorite daddies, Pedro Pascal and Oscar Isaac, have reminded the internet that affectionate male friendships not only exist, but thrive.
The longtime besties, who met in 2005 while performing in an off-Broadway play, have never shied away from embracing each other in ways that challenge the constraints of traditional masculinity. Their latest viral moment? A candid photo of the duo sharing a warm, intimate cuddle in front of a scenic backdrop, posted by Pascal in honor of Isaac’s 46th birthday.
In the photo, captured by Isaac’s wife, filmmaker Elvira Lind, Isaac cradles Pascal, his head resting on his friend’s, while their hands clasp over Pascal’s shoulder. It’s a tender, unguarded moment between two men who have built a bond spanning nearly two decades.
And, as expected, the internet erupted in praise, with fans celebrating the duo for normalizing physical closeness and emotional vulnerability between men.
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Their friendship, forged in the trenches of Hollywood’s stereotypical casting of Latino actors, has been filled with mutual support, humor, and a deep respect for each other’s craft.
As their prospective careers skyrocketed, their friendship remained rock solid. Pascal has even been lovingly referred to as Isaac’s “sweet girlfriend” and “space sister” in interviews.
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In an era where male friendships are often depicted through a lens of stoicism or competition, Pascal and Isaac offer a refreshing alternative. They aren’t just actors at the top of their game, but proof that men showing love for one another should be as natural as breathing. And honestly? We love to see it.
Check out some other reactions and reflections to the sweet new photo and their overall relationship below.
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"oscar isaac and pedro pascal."
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"show me two pretty best friends"
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"okay now time to resurface this iconic oscar isaac & pedro pascal fancam"
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"me when oscar isaac and pedro pascal"
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"Oh to have Oscar Isaac hold me exactly like this"
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"Pedro Pascal says Oscar Isaac is the daddiest — 'Alright fine he can have it.'"
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"oscar isaac & pedro pascal"
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"I haven't seen a single pedro pascal work since game of thrones and idk oscar isaac but I love them"
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"Pedro and Oscar are actually so cute u can’t possibly fathom how they are real people like someone be the Óscar Isaac Hernández Estrada to my José Pedro Balmaceda Pascal <3"
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"Need someone who loves me the way Oscar Isaac loves Pedro Pascal"
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"Pedro Pascal and Oscar Isaac whenever they meet up"
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"Pedro Pascal just dropped a pic with Oscar Isaac for his b-day, and the internet is MELTING..!"
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"it’s been hours since that Pedro Pascal/Oscar Isaac selfie how are we"
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"This is officially my new favorite picture of Pedro Pascal and Oscar Isaac together"
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"Brokeback mountain remake but with Oscar Isaac and Pedro pascal"