<p id=”par-1_65″>As Vanessa Kirby and <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/pedro-pascal/”>Pedro Pascal</a> traveled the globe promoting <em><a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/jessica-alba-wanted-ruin-looks-fantastic-four.html/”>The Fantastic Four</a>: First Steps</em>, the onscreen couple hugged and held hands, sparking romance rumors they’ve been unable to squash. Kirby and Pascal have spoken emotionally about the cast’s bond in interviews. But their affection toward each other is next level. Some Marvel fans wonder if the pair are married, dating, or simply close friends.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-no-vanessa-kirby-and-pedro-pascal-aren-t-married”>No, Vanessa Kirby and Pedro Pascal aren’t married</h2>
<p id=”par-2_43″>Vanessa Kirby and Pedro Pascal are not married. Kirby is engaged to lacrosse player Paul Rabil. Pascal is not romantically linked to her or anyone else. However, the duo has been very affectionate during interviews <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/avengers-doomsday-cast-confirmed-vanessa-kirby-sebastian-stan-chris-hemsworth.html/”>promoting Marvel</a>‘s <em>The Fantastic Four: First Steps</em>. </p>
<p id=”par-3_46″>Kirby was seen stroking Pascal’s face, holding his hand, placing a hand on his shoulder, and even caressing his neck during press events. While some fans question the intimacy, Kirby clarified that these gestures stem from mutual support, shared anxiety, and “unity” during global press tours.</p>
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<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-who-is-vanessa-kirby-married-to”>Who is Vanessa Kirby married to?</h2>
<p id=”par-4_80″>Vanessa Kirby previously dated actors Christian Cooke, Douglas Booth, and Callum Turner — the latter her longest relationship of the three. She and Turned dated for five years. Since 2022, she has been in a serious relationship with Paul Rabil, a former lacrosse star and co‑founder of the Premier Lacrosse League. The pair went <a href=”https://www.instagram.com/p/C0E63hRrt_R/” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>Instagram</a> official in late 2023 and reportedly got engaged as of December 2024. They’re not married yet, but they are expecting their first child in mid-2025.</p>
<p id=”par-5_63″>Vanessa Kirby first <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/royal-family-member-admits-binge-watching-the-crown-hollywood-star-played-show.html/”>gained global recognition on <em>The Crown</em></a>, winning a BAFTA and earning an Emmy nomination for her nuanced portrayal of Princess Margaret. She later delivered an Academy Award–nominated performance in <em>Pieces of a Woman</em>. Kirby’s career grew with roles in the <em>Mission: Impossible</em> franchise and <em>Napoleon</em> before entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Sue Storm in <em>The Fantastic Four: First Steps</em>.</p>
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<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-why-pedro-pascal-got-handsy-with-pregnant-the-fantastic-four-co-star-vanessa-kirby”>Why Pedro Pascal got handsy with pregnant ‘The Fantastic Four’ co-star Vanessa Kirby</h2>
<p id=”par-6_67″><a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/pedro-pascals-2024-net-worth.html/”>Pedro Pascal</a> can do no wrong, according to most fans and entertainment buffs. However, he ruffled some feathers with his hands-on approach to promoting <em>The Fantastic Four: First Steps</em>. The 50-year-old has been open about <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/pedro-pascal-hilariously-turns-to-this-fan-account-when-hes-feeling-down.html/”>his struggles with anxiety</a> and how it manifests. Pascal gained attention for placing his hand over his heart or stomach in tense moments as he promoted HBO’s <em>The Last of Us</em>. </p>
<p id=”par-7_71″>Self-soothing touch can be a calming ritual for those with anxiety. Pascal takes it a step further by relying on the physical reassurance of close friends and coworkers, like Vanessa Kirby. Some say their rapport and comforting gestures, including holding hands or rubbing each other’s arms, are genuine. Others say it’s inappropriate for Pascal to touch the pregnant 37-year-old in such intimate ways while she’s in a relationship with someone else.</p>
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<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-is-pedro-pascal-married”>Is Pedro Pascal married?</h2>
<p id=”par-8_52″>Despite his affectionate nature, Pascal has not publicly disclosed any romantic relationships. Fans have linked him to Maria Dizzia in the late ’90s and early 2000s, Robin Tunney around 2015, Lena Headey from <em>Game of Thrones</em> in 2014, and <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/jennifer-aniston-pedro-pascal-dinner-reportedly-group-thing-not-date.html/”>Jennifer Aniston in early 2025</a>. None of these rumored relationships have been confirmed.</p>
<p id=”par-9_55″>As of mid‑2025, Pedro Pascal is single, opting to keep his personal life private. He has stated he avoids long-term relationships to preserve his emotional well-being. Perhaps that’s why he reaches out so tenderly to the female co-stars in his life. Pascal also credits talk therapy and apps like Headspace and Calm for staying grounded.</p>