Pedro Pascal secured a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series at the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards for his portrayal of Joel Miller in HBO’s post-apocalyptic drama "The Last of Us." It is the Chilean-born actor’s fourth Emmy nod and his second for the role, underscoring the continuing critical acclaim for the series and his performance. "The Last of Us" amassed 17 nominations overall, placing it among this year’s most-recognized productions. In the coveted Drama Series category, it will compete against Disney+’s "Andor" and other leading titles, setting the stage for a closely watched race when winners are announced later in the year.