Instagram/Jacob Elordi & Pedro Almo Celebrity Almodóvar questions Jacob Elordi's fame: Is he a true actor or just a sex symbol? The director critiques his recent film. April 17, 2026 AceShowbiz - During a recent appearance on the La Pija y la Quinqui podcast, acclaimed Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar expressed curiosity about the reasons behind the rising fame of actor Jacob Elordi. Almodóvar pondered whether Elordi's success stems from being a "sex symbol" or a genuinely respected actor within the entertainment industry.