Glen Powell Spills Tom Cruise’s Secret Advice for Handling Gigi Paris Drama

As a wordsmith with a penchant for poetic flair, I, Maya Rivers, find myself drawn to the tangled web of celebrity relationships and the sage advice that often follows. In a recent revelation, Glen Powell, the charming 36-year-old star of “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Anyone But You,” shared the wise words of his co-star and mentor, Tom Cruise, on navigating the choppy waters of personal drama.

When Tom Cruise speaks, Glen Powell listens, and it seems that Cruise’s counsel has been a godsend for the young actor. In a candid interview with GQ Magazine, Powell revealed that Cruise advised him to “turn down the noise” when his ex-girlfriend, Gigi Paris, publicly criticized his relationship with his “Anyone But You” co-star, Sydney Sweeney. Paris had called out Powell for allegedly leaning into romance rumors with Sweeney during the promotional campaign for their 2023 rom-com, labeling it a “PR scheme.”

Powell and Cruise have developed a close bond since working together on the 2022 “Top Gun” sequel. In fact, Powell has often sought Cruise’s guidance on various aspects of his career, including how to run on camera. During a CinemaCon event in April, Powell mentioned that he had called Cruise for advice on the matter. Cruise’s enthusiasm for the theatrical experience and his dedication to entertaining audiences have clearly left a lasting impression on Powell.

In the GQ interview, Powell addressed Paris’ remarks about their breakup for the first time, choosing to take the high road. He expressed his love and respect for Paris, acknowledging that everyone has their own narrative to tell. Powell also reflected on the challenges of relationships, noting that when two people part ways, they often share their own versions of events with friends and acquaintances.

The drama between Powell and Paris began in June when Paris appeared on the “Too Much” podcast and shared her side of the story. She claimed that Powell had dumped her while he was filming “Anyone But You” in Australia and accused him of not publicly denying the rumors about his relationship with Sweeney. Paris felt that Powell should have stood up for her and denied any wrongdoing, especially given their three-year relationship.

Powell and Sweeney, however, have both confirmed that they did indeed lean into the romance rumors to promote their film. In an interview with the New York Times, Powell explained that sometimes, you just have to lean into the speculation – and it seemed to work in their favor. Sweeney, who recently broke off her engagement to Jonathan Davino, has been linked to record executive Scooter Braun.

As the dust settles on this celebrity drama, one thing is clear: Glen Powell has learned a valuable lesson from Tom Cruise about staying focused and not letting the noise get to him. With his career on the rise and a newfound sense of confidence, Powell is sure to navigate the ups and downs of Hollywood with poise and humility.

And so, the tale concludes, with a dash of wisdom and a pinch of poetic irony.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and New York Post, GQ Magazine, The New York Times, Variety
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