Glen Powell Opens Up About Breakup, Rumors, and Tom Cruise’s Advice
Actor Glen Powell has finally broken his silence on the waves of gossip that have followed him since his 2023 rom-com Anyone but You hit theaters. If you remember, the film paired him with Sydney Sweeney, and while the movie turned into a surprise box office success, what really fueled headlines at the time were the rumors of an off-screen romance between the two.
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Those whispers didn’t just stay in the press—they ended up affecting Powell’s personal life. His longtime girlfriend, model Gigi Paris, later admitted she felt blindsided when Powell and Sweeney leaned into those romance rumors as part of the film’s publicity. On the Too Much podcast, Paris explained that she felt “fed to the dogs” and said the handling of the situation left her feeling disrespected. Eventually, she made the painful choice to walk away from their three-year relationship.
At the same time, Powell revealed that he’s been relying on some wisdom passed down to him by none other than Tom Cruise. While working with Cruise on Top Gun: Maverick , Powell absorbed a piece of advice that now feels crucial in managing his fast-rising career and the noise that comes with it. Cruise told him, “It’s going to get really, really loud. It’s your job to just turn the volume down. You’ve got your hand on that switch.” Powell admitted that this approach—focusing on dialing down the external noise and trusting his own instincts—has been a lifeline.
The romance rumors between Powell and Sweeney were ultimately denied. Both actors later clarified there was no off-screen relationship. But from a marketing perspective, they knowingly played into the speculation, and it worked—the film made over $220 million worldwide. Sweeney, who also produced the movie, explained at the time that engaging the audience in the conversation was part of the promotional plan.
Still, for Paris, that choice cut deep. She said what hurt most wasn’t the publicity stunt itself, but how it was handled while she was still in the picture. For Powell, it seems the lesson has been about boundaries, perception, and learning to stay grounded amid the glare of Hollywood.
So now, with Tom Cruise’s words echoing in his ear, Powell is choosing to keep the noise low, the focus forward, and the respect for his past intact. It’s a reminder that behind every blockbuster headline, there’s a human story—one of heartbreak, growth, and resilience.
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