Pedro Pascal, the charismatic star of “Last of Us,” brought more than just an award to the 2024 Emmys. His wit and humor took the spotlight as he stepped on stage to present the accolade for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series.

However, it wasn’t the award that stole the show; it was Pascal’s ongoing faux feud with “Succession” actor Kieran Culkin that had the audience in stitches.

Sporting a sling and adding a dash of mystery to his appearance, Pascal addressed the elephant in the room right away.

“A lot of people have been asking about my arm,” he quipped, immediately capturing everyone’s attention. “It’s my shoulder. And I think tonight is a perfect time to tell everyone that Kieran Culkin beat the s––t out of me,” Pascal declared, with a mischievous glint in his eye.

However, the censors had other plans, bleeping out Pascal’s colorful language, leaving viewers to imagine the exact words he chose to describe his encounter with Culkin.

The camera cut to Culkin, initially unamused but unable to resist breaking into a smile moments later. The tension between the two actors, brewing since the Golden Globes, added a delightful layer of unpredictability to the evening.

The saga between Pascal and Culkin began at the Golden Globes earlier in the month, where Culkin took home the award for Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series for “Succession.”

Seizing the moment, Culkin playfully taunted Pascal, who was also nominated in the same category. “Suck it, Pedro! Sorry. Mine!” Culkin exclaimed in his acceptance speech, igniting the spark for their lighthearted rivalry.

#PedroPascal Takes Hilarious Jab At #KieranCulkin During Memorable #Emmys Moment — In Funny Feud Over Arm Injury?! 😳😂 https://t.co/shypq1OucF 🔗

— Perez Hilton (@PerezHilton) January 16, 2024

The camaraderie between the two actors injected a refreshing dose of humor into the often-scripted world of award shows.

Pascal, known for his roles in “Wonder Woman 1984” and “The Mandalorian,” showcased his comedic timing, turning what could have been a straightforward award presentation into a memorable comedic performance.

In a profession that is frequently full of staged scenes, the audience saw a rare moment of honesty as Pascal and Culkin playfully sparred on stage.

Though carefully planned appearances and rehearsed speeches are hallmarks of award presentations, this lighthearted rivalry gave the evening a bit of spontaneity.

Following in the long-standing Hollywood rivalry tradition, Pascal and Culkin become the latest famous pair to engage in lighthearted banter both on and off-screen.

#KieranCulkin beat the shit out of me.” — #PedroPascal. Looks like all is forgiven then, Pedro? 😜 https://t.co/tGrkg7KKAX

— ruben nepales (@nepalesruben) January 16, 2024

Their conversations, which have become legendary in the world of award shows, provide viewers with a lighthearted diversion from the sometimes somber undertones of these occasions.

Pascal and Culkin’s clever repartee during the 2024 Emmys closes, demonstrates how entertaining a well-managed rivalry can be equally as interesting as the actual awards.

It doesn’t matter if this rivalry stays the same at upcoming award events or takes a surprising turn; Pascal and Culkin have perfected the art of making Hollywood antagonism funny.

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