Staff member from 'The Daily Show' declared victor in Pedro Pascal doppelganger competition
Having a Blast with Double Trouble:
These divisive times saw a group of New Yorkers unanimously bonding over one thing last weekend – their love for two Pedro Pascal doppelgängers!
On Sunday, the trendy Brooklyn eatery Son del North played host to a Pedro Pascal lookalike contest, culminating in lighting designer for "The Daily Show," George Gountas, nabbing the coveted title.
Gountas, who, according to IMDb, has been associated with the television program since 2017 and is a two-time Emmy nominee, emerged victorious in a winning moment captured on Son del North's Instagram page.
The striking resemblance between Gountas and the "Last of Us" star is undeniable. A family man hailing from Brooklyn, as per the Hollywood Reporter, Gountas walked away with a $50 cash prize and a year's worth of free burritos from the restaurant.
In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, Gountas disclosed that his coworkers at the "Daily Show" and his wife encouraged him to participate in the contest after spotting a flyer. His win overwhelmed him, with hundreds of fans flocking to the event, making for an "unbelievable" scene.
His "Daily Show" colleagues and family were thrilled about his big win, with Gountas stating, "It's been pretty insane."
Look-alike contests have been trending, following the crowning of a Timothee Chalamet doppelgänger in New York City. Such events have led to career opportunities, with winners appearing in SNL promos and landing deals with brands like Away and Torchy's.
Pascal, an active social media user, had not commented on the contest by Monday afternoon, possibly enjoying some well-deserved R&R.
Additional Tidbits:- Family: George Gountas is a married father.- Emmy Nominations: Contrary to claims, Gountas has not been nominated for Emmy Awards in relation to his work on "The Daily Show."- Social Media Absence: Gountas has a history of staying off social media platforms for about seven years.
References: 1 - Hollywood Reporter; 2 - Enrichment Data
In the whirlwind of pop-culture, the velvet ropes of Son del North's look-alike contest grew crowded, as celebrities like Pedro Pascal and his doppelganger, George Gountas, emerged as key figures in the entertainment scene. Family man and lighting designer for "The Daily Show," Gountas' striking resemblance to Pascal landed him the title of Brooklyn's best Pascal impersonator, earning him recognition within the entertainment industry and a year's supply of free burritos.
