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Glen PowellAmerican actor, screenwriter and producer
Date of Birth: 21.10.1988
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Glen Powell: A Rising Star in Hollywood's Firmament
- Early Career
- Breakthrough: Action Blockbusters
- "Scream Queens" and Rising Fame
- "Top Gun: Maverick" and Beyond
- Military Drama and Current Projects
- Personal Life
- Physical Appearance
Glen Powell: A Rising Star in Hollywood's Firmament
Early Life and EducationGlen Thomas Powell Jr. was born on October 21, 1988, in Austin, Texas. His heritage is an eclectic blend of English, German, Welsh, and Polish-Lithuanian Tatar ancestry. Powell's early passion for lacrosse led him to pursue an acting career after landing a role in "Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over" (2003).
Early Career
Powell honed his craft in several television appearances, including "Jack & Bobby," "The Wendell Baker Story," and "Into the West." He also starred in Ethan Hawke's directorial debut, "The Hottest State" (2006), and Denzel Washington's "The Great Debaters" (2007).
Breakthrough: Action Blockbusters
In 2012, Powell made a cameo in Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight Rises." Two years later, he landed a role in the action-packed "The Expendables 3" alongside Sylvester Stallone, Antonio Banderas, and other Hollywood icons.
"Scream Queens" and Rising Fame
In 2015, Powell joined the cast of the horror-comedy "Scream Queens," which garnered critical acclaim and brought him widespread recognition. Concurrently, he starred in the comedy "Everybody Wants Some!!" (2016) and later appeared in "Sand Castle" (2017) and "Set It Up" (2018).
"Top Gun: Maverick" and Beyond
In 2022, Powell starred in the highly anticipated sequel to "Top Gun" alongside Tom Cruise. The film became a critical and commercial success, grossing over $1.5 billion worldwide.
Military Drama and Current Projects
In the same year, Powell took on a leading role in the military drama "Devotion," which premiered in theaters in December 2022. He continues to work on various projects, demonstrating his versatility and dedication to the craft.
Personal Life
Powell's personal life has been the subject of much attention. In 2017, he dated "The Vampire Diaries" star Nina Dobrev before their relationship fizzled out. He is currently romantically linked to model Gigi Paris.
