Rafael Olarra and Pedro Pascal: Dating Rumors Intensify After PDA-Filled Outings in NYC and Los Angeles

Rafael Olarra, the Argentine art director and creative director of Faena Hotel, has become one of the most searched names in entertainment this week after a string of high-profile public outings with The Last of Us and Fantastic Four star Pedro Pascal sent relationship speculation into overdrive.

Who Is Rafael Olarra?

Olarra, 42, an openly gay man, was born in Argentina and studied at the Universidad del Cine in Buenos Aires. He has worked as art director and creative director for Faena Hotel since August 2015. In his own words, his role places him at the center of one of the most distinctive luxury hospitality brands in the world, collaborating with creatives including Baz Luhrmann and architect Rem Koolhaas. Outside of Faena, Olarra takes on freelance work across fashion campaigns, editorials, advertising, exhibitions, theater, and events.

Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra: A Timeline of Their Public Outings

Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra were snapped in New York City over Valentine's Day weekend, with photos of them linking arms on their way to a Sunday lunch. The two dressed dapper as they checked out the Lower East Side, getting in a little sightseeing before their meal.

After the NYC stroll, the two were photographed sitting down together to watch Wuthering Heights — Emerald Fennell's film starring Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie — while periodically chatting in the cozy theater.

Then, just days later, the sightings moved to the West Coast. Pascal and Olarra were spotted in Beverly Hills on Monday, with the two wrapping their arms around each other's waists — Pascal even leaning in and resting his mouth and chin on Olarra's shoulders. The pair were all smiles in the California sunshine, never straying far from one another.

Photos show Pedro with his arm wrapped around Rafael's body with his mouth and chin resting on his shoulder. Rafael also wrapped his arm around Pedro at one point during the stroll and even grabbed his butt for a quick squeeze.

Have Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra Confirmed Their Relationship?

Pedro and Rafael kept mum on the nature of their relationship when asked by a photographer. Neither has issued a public statement confirming or denying they are a couple, though the body language across multiple outings has left little to the public's imagination.

Rafael Olarra's Dating History: Luke Evans

Rafael Olarra previously dated actor Luke Evans between 2020 and 2021. In February 2020, the pair went Instagram official during a trip to Hawaii. By January 2021, Evans confirmed their split in an interview with The Sunday Times, saying simply, "it is what it is."

Pedro Pascal: What's Known About His Personal Life

Pascal, 50, is among Hollywood's most beloved and in-demand actors, currently starring in The Last of Us on HBO and set to appear as Reed Richards in Marvel's Fantastic Four. He has historically kept his romantic life extremely private, making the repeated, affectionate public appearances with Olarra all the more notable to fans and media alike.