Twisters Star Glen Powell Recalls Advice He Received From Tom Cruise About Navigating Fame: ‘I Don’t Know How To Work This…’

Glen Powell reveals the advice Tom Cruise gave him on navigating fame

I’ve been absolutely thrilled and star-struck since working alongside Tom Cruise on “Top Gun: Maverick” in 2022. In this breathtaking action drama, I had the privilege of portraying LT Jake Hangman Seresin, while Tom brought Captain Pete Maverick Mitchell to life. Ever since then, I can’t help but rave about my experience of sharing the silver screen with a true Hollywood legend.

In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Powell recounted some wisdom his co-star, Tom Cruise, imparted on managing fame. He explained, “The world is going to get very noisy. It’s up to you to decide how loudly you want to respond.”

Powell confessed that he was struggling to manage the spotlight and felt swamped by its intensity, expressing, “I was clueless about the right levers to pull. It was all so new to me – ‘We discussed this beforehand, but I’m unsure how to operate this control panel.'”

Glen Powell says Tom Cruise is a ‘great mentor’

I, as an over-the-moon fan of both Glen Powell and Tom Cruise, can’t help but share the wonderful things that have come out of their extraordinary partnership. In an enchanting conversation with EOnline, Powell spoke with heartfelt admiration about his cherished friendship with Cruise. He expressed how Cruise has not only been a “great friend,” but also an exceptional “mentor.” Working together on Top Gun: Maverick has truly been a “special part” of Powell’s life, leaving him filled with gratitude and fondness for this legendary actor.

When I worked on Top Gun: Maverick, it wasn’t just another project for me. It transformed my perspective on filmmaking and taught me the ins and outs of creating a large-scale blockbuster. The experiences I gained there significantly influenced how I approached the production of Twisters, making it an incredibly rewarding experience that truly paid off.

I’m thrilled to share that Lee Isaac Chung’s “Twisters” is now gracing the big screens in theaters near you! In this captivating movie, I have the pleasure of following Daisy Edgar-Jones as she brilliantly portrays Kate Carter, a dedicated meteorologist. Not to be outshined, Glen Powell delivers an impressive performance as Tyler Owens. We also have Anthony Ramos adding depth as Javi, Maura Tierney bringing authenticity as Cathy Carter, and Brandon Perea showcasing his talent as Boone. Lastly, Harry Hadden-Paton rounds up the talented cast with his portrayal of Ben. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary ensemble!