Pedro Pascal and Isabela Merced Gain Emmy Odds for The Last of Us

Pedro Pascal and Isabela Merced, from The Last of Us, are gaining momentum in the latest forecasts for the Emmys. Pascal, known for his role as Joel, has moved up to third place in Best Drama Actor after a notable performance involving a run-in with a golf club in Season 2. On the other hand, Isabela Merced, who plays Dina, an adventurous survivor in the zombie apocalypse, has climbed to eighth place in Best Drama Supporting Actress. While Pascal is no stranger to Emmy nominations, with three nods in 2023, Merced is hoping for her first nomination this year.

Bella Ramsey, who leads the series as Ellie, is currently in second place for Best Drama Actress, right behind Kathy Bates from Matlock. The character Ellie faces new challenges after losing her father figure, making Ramsey’s performance one to watch. If either Bates or Ramsey wins, they will set a record; Bates would be the oldest winner at 77, while Ramsey would be the youngest at 21.

In the past, The Last of Us has been a big hit at the Emmys, receiving 24 nominations and winning eight awards in 2023. Notable categories included guest actor, guest actress, and technical awards. As the series progresses, experts are debating whether Pedro Pascal should compete in the supporting actor category due to his limited screen time.

Other interesting changes in the Emmy predictions this week include The Perfect Couple moving categories and Ari Graynor transitioning from supporting to lead. It’s a dynamic awards season we’re seeing!

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Looking ahead, we’ll continue to keep you updated on the ever-evolving landscape of the 2025 Emmy Awards. Stay tuned for more insights and analysis as we get closer to the big night!