From Juilliard graduation to red carpet glam, Lux Pascal’s story is as captivating as it is inspiring, and her actor brother is always close by, cheering her on.
While Pedro Pascal is known to the world as a Hollywood heartthrob thanks to standout roles in “The Last of Us” and “The Mandalorian,” his sister has also been commanding attention in recent years.
After reemerging as Lux Pascal, the actress has become a striking presence on red carpets and in the public eye. Take a look at her transformation over the years, from before her transition to the rising star fans are now calling “truly beautiful.”
2025
In 2025, Lux was the picture of a proud sister as she gushed about Pedro’s unstoppable rise in Hollywood. On the red carpet of Madrid’s Platino Awards, she lit up when asked about her brother’s success, revealing:
“I’ve always known that he is a superstar. It’s funny because people have been asking me, ‘Is he as kind as we think he is?’ And I’m like, ‘Yes!'”
However, while Pedro continued to dominate headlines with major roles in “Fantastic Four” and “The Last of Us,” Lux’s admiration went far beyond his résumé.
“What makes him so fabulous is that [Pedro] wears all of his humanity on his sleeve, and he doesn’t hide who he is,” she explained. “That’s the main lesson I’ve gotten from him — there’s no reason for me to hide who I am, right?”
By 2025, she had been living openly as a transgender woman for four years, and through it all, her pride in her brother was undeniable. At the same time, Lux herself began capturing attention for her powerful story, presence, and striking beauty.
Fans flooded her social media with praise. One follower wrote, “Your smile 😍 You are beautiful inside & out ❤️ ¡Absolutamente hermosa!” Another gushed, “How can you look so beautiful #beautifulwomanintheworld❤️.”
The compliments kept coming. “Gorgeous 😍,” read a comment, while another declared, “STUUUUUNNNINGG❤️❤️😍😍😍.” Others described her as “truly beautiful,” “Gorgeous Lux!” and admired her elegance and charm.
2024
In 2024, Lux continued to stand proudly beside her brother. She joined Pedro on the red carpet for the Royal Film Performance and global premiere of “Gladiator II” at Leicester Square in London, England.
The famous actor also showed love for his sister on Instagram, sharing a black-and-white portrait of Lux in March 2024. In the caption, he reflected on the meaning of happiness and tagged Lux in the heartfelt post.
That same year, Lux also gave followers a rare glimpse into her personal life. She is in a relationship with José Antonio Raffo de la Jara, a musician and actor, according to his Instagram.
Lux had previously posted pictures of him, and in 2024, Raffo returned the favor and shared affectionate shots of the couple, including an image of the two kissing.
2023
In 2023, Lux celebrated a major milestone — she graduated from Juilliard and marked the moment with a series of photos shared online. Dressed in her cap and gown, she smiled radiantly, surrounded by family.
Pedro was just as thrilled. That spring, he opened up to Esquire about how excited he was for Lux’s graduation and the family gathering that came with it.
Their older sister, Javiera, and brother, Nicolás, flew in from different parts of the world to be there, and Pedro was fully immersed in planning dinners, coordinating hotel rooms, and trying to soak in every minute. “I’m just trying to see her as much as possible,” he sweetly shared.
The timing of the celebration came during a bleak period for the trans community, yet Lux’s graduation offered a rare moment of joy. Pedro’s words made it clear how deeply he admired her, not just as a sister but as a force of nature. He said:
“[…] She is and has always been one of the most powerful people and personalities I’ve ever known. My protective side is lethal, but I need her more than she needs me.”
2022
In 2022, Lux once again joined her brother in the spotlight, this time for the New York screening of “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.” The siblings walked the red carpet together on April 10, with Pedro in a white double-breasted suit and Lux in a sleek black ensemble with sheer cuffs.
2021
After publicly coming out as a transgender woman in 2021 and having already worked in theater and television, Lux made the bold decision to start over, embracing her identity fully and reintroducing herself as Lux Pascal.
In an interview with Revista Ya, she reflected on her transition, her career, and the unwavering support she received from her family. When asked about her former identity, she shared, “I don’t feel anxious when I see old photos of myself. The same thing happens with theater. I see someone doing what they love[d].”
Her transition, she noted, was embraced naturally by her loved ones, “almost like something they were expecting to happen.” Pedro had played a key role throughout that journey. “He’s been an important part of this,” Lux shared.
The Hollywood star has since responded with public support, taking to social media to celebrate Lux and declare his love and support for her.
2017
But long before being celebrated as Lux Pascal, Pedro’s sister lived as Lucas Balmaceda. Born in Chile and 17 years younger than the actor, Lux spent her early years in South America after she and their brother Nicolás moved back there with their parents. Pedro shared:
“She ruled the household right away. Our mother was her mother, but for us to think that we were entitled to this woman’s attention in any way was absurd.”
2014
In 2014, Lux had not yet stepped into the public eye in the way she would later become known. Even then, her presence left an impression. It would be a few more years before she publicly reintroduced herself to the world, but the self-assurance was already there.
As the years moved forward, so did Lux. Each moment captured in photos and appearances shows not just the passage of time, but a powerful evolution of identity, confidence, and purpose.
From her early beginnings in Chile to her emergence on red carpets beside her brother, the story of Lux Pascal is one of transformation and unwavering self-definition.
