How Glen Powell balances his career, dating and life in Texas (excluding)
Becoming a leading man in Hollywood requires a certain alchemy. Of course, there’s a formula – looks, humor and charisma, plus a bit of emotional availability – but it’s not an exact science. For decades, the top jobs have been filled by the usual suspects: brad pitt, George Clooney, tom cruise. There’s no doubt the veterans still have it, but there’s clearly room for some new faces.
Enter Glen Powell. The handsome and charming 37-year-old actor has been proving he has what it takes since landing the role in 2022 Top Gun: Maverick (And Cruise himself, who took Powell under his wing). He’s got the star power and the acting chops – and he’s got a great performance in a 2023 romantic comedy anyone but you and 2024 killer — He’s sexy, he’s charismatic (just google any red carpet or late-night talk show), and he’s hardworking — with six major projects in the works, including Judd Apatow A comedy about a country music star that he is co-writing, producing and singing.
Off camera, Powell remains refreshingly real. The down-to-earth Texan still hangs out with his childhood crew and is close to his family, which is the main reason for moving back to his hometown of Austin in 2024. (His parents, old glen and Cindywho often attends his premieres and appears in his films; in April, a video of him crying to his sister Leslie‘s wedding went viral. ) Oh, and Powell also dotes on dog dad Brisket, the rescue Chihuahua mix he takes everywhere (see: the cover of this magazine).
With his latest film, running man — 1987’s high-octane remake Arnold Schwarzenegger Movie—released Nov. 14, Powell is about to reach new stardom. But don’t expect this to go to his head. “At the end of the day, one of my favorite parts of this job is that you get to work with a bunch of incredibly talented people,” he told me us weekly When asked how he felt about his growing popularity during a press conference on October 30 running man. “I love being on set. But I think it’s best not to think about anything else,” a source said. “Glenn just wants to do a good job and have fun doing it.”
Whether Powell wants to revel in it or not yes That moment. “To be an A-lister these days means to be noticed everywhere, not just in the cinema,” explains Evan NeelemanFounder and CEO of global public relations firm Red Banyan Tree. “The biggest star of 2025 can headline movies, do late-night interviews, light up social media, and still maintain some mystique. Glenn,” Neeleman added, “has real star power and a down-to-earth edge. He’s a reminder of why movie stars become icons.”
2024 is Glen Powell’s year — period. Yes, Powell has been around Hollywood for years, but nothing cements the actor’s heartthrob status like wearing a white T-shirt when it rains or drinking beers on stage with Luke Combs (special thanks to summer blockbuster Twister for giving us the iconic character). […]
He was described as a “shy” kid who made his own props and always had a camera hanging around his neck, but found confidence on stage, according to a second source. “There’s something about the plays and movies that speaks to his personality,” the source said. When Powell finally decided to pursue his dream in Hollywood, he was determined to overcome the odds. “He knows he has no advantage over anyone else,” the second source added. “[When] While many of his friends went to clubs and bars, Glenn stayed at home and wrote plays. He has always followed discipline. He didn’t know whether his future was in front of or behind the camera; he just knew he wanted to be part of the magic. “
Although Powell desires success, he has always been a low-key person at heart. “The L.A. scene never suited him,” the first source said, noting Chad Powers The actor “isn’t someone who’s always surrounded by people in the industry. He has a tight-knit, loyal group of friends who are always there for him.” When he’s not working, he can be found playing sports, golfing or entertaining friends at his new house in Austin, which features a state-of-the-art barbecue area. The first source added: “His inner circle can always count on him to host a fun football Sunday roast.”
The single star is “dating here and there” but has kept his love life private after splitting from his model girlfriend of three years, a first source said. Gigi Parisin April 2023. The pair’s breakup comes amid rumors that Powell and anyone but you supporting role Sidney Sweeney; He later admitted that they were leaning into romance rumors and that “it worked” to promote the film, but insisted they were never a project. “Glenn and I genuinely care about, love and respect each other,” Sweeney recently told type. (The actress attended Powell’s sister’s wedding as a family friend in March; he was also a guest at her space-themed birthday party in September.)
“[Glen] “He’s not interested in having another public relationship right now, especially after everyone’s reaction to his friendship with Sydney,” the first source said. “He doesn’t want this to be the focus of his life. He’s in no rush. He’s a romantic [and] He once talked about wanting to find The One. But for now, work takes up most of his attention. Neeleman points out that this is a smart move. “Keeping his dating life quiet allows him to [attention] About his performance. “
Despite much early speculation about Sweeney, his image remains drama-free. “Glenn appears to be a clean-cut guy; we don’t have much of a dispute with him,” said media relations expert Ryan McCormick. “There’s a sense of nostalgia [that we] I miss the days when actors were just actors. his personal brand [comes across as] The Boy Next Door and “I’m Just Here to Act.” I’m just here to play. I will not share opinions that will alienate half of my audience,” he added. Powell himself simply said The Guardian: “I try to be honest, work hard and treat people well – that’s how I live my life. Inevitably, you’re going to catch a few strays. But that’s the nature of the job.”
Powell took his career seriously. He conducted combat and weapons training running manin which he plays a desperate father who enters a deadly reality show competition to win the money he needs to save his sick daughter. It’s an ambitious project, with a huge budget and a huge weight on Powell’s shoulders. “I told [director Edgar Wright]”If you hire me, no one is going to work harder than me,” Powell said. us October 30th. He also sought advice from his mentor, Cruise. “I contacted Tom as soon as I got the role,” he said. “I thought I could get a little bit of wisdom from him, and he spent two and a half hours on the phone with me.”
His surge in fame was an adjustment. “This is a new stage in my life, but I’m getting more and more comfortable,” he told entertainment weekly In an October cover story. “He definitely knows he’s one of the most popular leading men in Hollywood right now,” the first source said. “This didn’t happen overnight. He worked really hard to get here. He’s so grateful and can’t believe this is happening.”
He handles the pressure well. “Glenn has made really good choices and small adjustments, like moving to Texas to be with family and friends and make him feel grounded,” a third source said. “Anyone who knew Glenn knew how proud he was of his hometown. He loved bringing people here [there] And show off the town. This has always been his happiest place. “
The latest trend in Hollywood isn’t in Hollywood at all. In recent years, some big names have said goodbye to Los Angeles and moved to the heart of Texas. Top Gun: Maverick star Glen Powell is the latest celebrity to make the leap. After more than a decade in California, Powell fled to his home state. […]
He also puts his home-grown energy into cooking and entertaining, and it’s these passions that inspired him to launch Smash Kitchen, a new line of organic food staples. “Most of my best memories with my family take place in the kitchen,” Powell said. us April about the release. “Gathering people together to eat food is [Glen’s] A third source added, “Love language. So building something like Smash Kitchen allows him to turn his hobby into something completely different.”
In addition to Smash Kitchen and his upcoming film project (Powell also stars in and produced Ron Howard– director of the firefighter movie), who is completing a college degree at the University of Texas. Amid his busy schedule, Neeleman and McCormick felt a famous play might be coming next. “It would be the perfect evolution,” Neeleman said. Powell is likely game. “I’ve been scared,” he told electronic warfare. “I just say yes to things that scare me. All of my favorite moments in life don’t make me feel a certain amount of confidence. It’s always when I go into the unknown.”
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