Pedro Pascal Spotted with Rafael Olarra in New York: Arm‑in‑Arm Stroll, Theater Visit and Why the Images Resonated
New images show Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra together in New York City—walking arm‑in‑arm through the streets and later sitting down to watch Wuthering Heights—and have prompted fresh public conversation about visibility and public displays of affection by high‑profile figures. Rafael Olarra appears alongside Pascal in multiple scenes from a Valentine’s Day weekend outing; the encounters matter because they combine everyday public affection with the presence of a widely recognized star.
Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra: sightings in New York City
Photographs captured Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra sightseeing in New York over the Valentine’s Day weekend. The two were seen on a tour of the Lower East Side, then grabbed lunch on Sunday following that tour. Later the pair were photographed walking together through the city, at times holding onto one another. The images of this sequence circulated broadly and became the basis for ongoing discussion.
In‑theater moment: Wuthering Heights screening
The same day, Pascal and Rafael Olarra sat down to watch a screening of Wuthering Heights. The period romance they attended stars Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie. At the screening the pair periodically chatted while seated in what was described as a cozy theater environment.
Cold weather, layered coats and a day of outings
Observers noted that the two braved the winter cold affecting New York this season, bundling up in multiple layers as they navigated the city. The sequence of events presented in the images runs from sightseeing to a Lower East Side tour, a Sunday lunch, and then the movie screening.
What the images show and what remains unspoken
The nature of the relationship between Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra is unknown. Neither man has said anything about it. The photographs themselves show them walking together, sometimes arm‑in‑arm, and later sitting together at the theater; in some shots Pascal is holding onto Olarra. The pairing has not been publicly clarified by either figure, and public commentary has noted that no one necessarily expects a clarification.
Why the outings prompted discussion: visibility, masculinity and commentary
The images have been read as meaningful beyond a private moment: for some observers, public affection between two men—especially when one is a high‑profile star widely regarded as an unexpected sex symbol at 50 and an internet favorite—carries symbolic weight. Pascal has never publicly discussed his love life, and commentators have pointed to his history of supporting the LGBTQ+ community and to applause for a modern kind of masculinity that departs from macho stereotypes, embraces sensitivity and takes sartorial risks on the red carpet. One writer argued that this posture helps set an example for other men in Hollywood and for a new generation of Latinx men.
Voices reacting to the images and a partial statement
Advocates and commentators have emphasized the potential social impact of visible public affection. Óscar Muñoz, co‑director of the Business Network for LGBTI Diversity and Inclusion (REDI), said that two men openly expressing affection in the street suggests societal progress, and he noted that many in the LGBTQ+ community have long hidden to avoid attacks or discrimination, which remain common. He added that visible role models are crucial, especially beyond the art world. A portion of his comment in the available coverage continued with the phrase "When someone comes out publicly or in the workplace, whether as part of the community or as" and that continuation is unclear in the provided context.
Context on Rafael Olarra and past relationships
Rafael Olarra has been described in coverage with references to Argentina and to roles in business and creative fields. Other posts have labeled him in different ways, including calling him an Argentine director in a Portuguese‑language social post that also used a playful epithet for Pascal and suggested press speculation that the pair might be in a relationship. Separately, Rafael Olarra was last linked publicly to actor and singer Luke Evans; the two confirmed their split in 2021 after a little over a year together.
What to watch next
At present the facts in circulation are the images of sightseeing, a Sunday lunch after a Lower East Side tour, bundled layers against winter cold, a theater screening of Wuthering Heights starring Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie, and the absence of public statements clarifying the relationship. The context of these outings and public reaction may evolve; further details are unclear in the provided context and may change if either individual comments or additional information emerges.
