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Glen Powell has had a week packed with high-profile headlines and significant career milestones. The biggest splash came with the release of The Running Man, director Edgar Wright’s action thriller remake, starring Powell as Ben Richards, a desperate father fighting for survival in a brutally dystopian reality show. The press run has been everywhere; Powell spoke to Extra and revealed he not only secured Arnold Schwarzenegger’s personal blessing for the remake but also screened the finished film for the iconic star, who was “so excited” by how faithfully the movie adapts Stephen King’s original novel. Schwarzenegger reportedly called Powell’s performance “incredible” and complimented the sheer physical commitment behind his stunts, which left Powell battered and bruised—a recurring topic in interviews, where he’s quick to credit Tom Cruise for survival tips and his disciplined approach to stunts, advice gleaned from their Top Gun: Maverick camaraderie.
Powell’s promotional appearances have lit up social media and entertainment news cycles. He told Entertainment Weekly about a now-famous wardrobe malfunction on set—a rappelling scene in Bulgaria that left him exposed to several crew members and freezing in only a towel, a story he shares with self-deprecating charm. That incident trended on Twitter and became fodder for late-night talk. Offscreen, speculation about Powell’s romantic life briefly reignited when Sydney Sweeney, his Anyone But You co-star, attended his sister’s wedding this March, though these rumors remain unconfirmed and Powell has maintained public silence.
Another major headline is Powell’s upcoming hosting gig on Saturday Night Live, a lifelong dream he’s openly giddy about. He describes it as a “bucket list” item, noting his entire family grew up watching SNL and planning to make the most of the experience by bringing friends and enjoying the ride.
On the business side, Powell’s Smash Kitchen has made considerable waves. Entrepreneur ran a detailed feature on his efforts to redefine the American pantry, focusing on organic condiments and cooking oils now available nationwide through Walmart. Powell is deeply involved in the brand’s development, personally taste-testing products and pitching the line as a way to make healthful eating affordable without sacrificing flavor. His vision is to transform the way Americans stock their kitchens, saying he wants “everybody to be buying Smash” and actively shipping samples to sets and friends for feedback.
Rumors continue to swirl online about Powell joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, fueled by persistent fan speculation, but Powell himself consistently downplays any superhero ambitions, stating that while he respects the genre, he isn’t chasing those roles.
His most recent press interactions position him as an emerging Hollywood A-lister with feet planted firmly in both entertainment and entrepreneurial circles—low on scandal, high on momentum, and with a reputation for humor, humility, and relentless dedication to his craft.
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