Glen Powell Breaks Silence on Gigi Paris’ Breakup Comments

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Glen Powell won’t twist anyone else’s lived experience.

Approximately three months following the public split between the “Twisters” actor and Gigi Paris, who had previously remained silent on the matter, Gigi claimed that Glen allegedly let producers of “Anyone But You” prevent her from visiting the set amid rumors of a blossoming romance between Glen and co-star Sydney Sweeney. Now, Glen is choosing to share his perspective on the situation.

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but express my unwavering affection and deep respect for her. In a recent conversation with GQ, published on September 9, I made it clear that this sentiment will forever remain constant. Everyone is entitled to their unique perspectives and interpretations of situations, and she’s more than welcome to hers.

He went on saying, “Relationships can be incredibly challenging. When a couple splits, they typically have separate Sunday brunches and each of them tends to share their unique perspective of the story.

Instead of dwelling excessively on the rumors about his romantic history, Glen focuses once more on a pearl of wisdom given by his co-star from “Top Gun: Maverick,” Tom Cruise, who has since become both a friend and guide for Glen.

He essentially told her, “Listen, things are going to get extremely noisy. Your task is simply to lower the volume.” As she remembered, he emphasized, “Just keep in mind that you’re the one with control over that switch. You’re the one who can increase or decrease the noise.” Essentially, reducing the noise and trusting her instincts has been a significant help for her.

In June, Gigi publicly addressed her split from Glen, who she dated for three years before their breakup in 2023, as well as the rumors surrounding his connection with Sydney during the promotion of the “Anyone But You” movie, and discussed the reasons behind their relationship’s end.

In her interview on the “Too Much” podcast, she explained, “I was faced with two paths. I could either play along, sparking curiosity about our relationship dynamics such as ‘are they together?’, ‘is she alright?’ or similar questions, or I could assert myself and state clearly that I wasn’t comfortable with the situation and choose to leave.” She opted for the latter.

But, as she noted, “I was shattered.”

Furthermore, she acknowledged that there were difficulties between her and Glen before the uproar from the “Anyone But You” media frenzy. However, she stated that the overall predicament remained tough to handle.

She clarified that all she sought was respect, particularly in a public setting. Essentially, she asked not to be humiliated or made to look foolish after being together for more than three years and discussing forever. In essence, she desired some level of decorum; it’s only fair. Ultimately, her feelings were brushed aside with the comment, “Well, work comes first.” If that’s truly your priority, then so be it. However, she felt compelled to move on from the relationship as a result.

The 33-year-old commented, “The way it was managed was disappointing. It seemed as though I was tossed to the wolves.

After the launch of “Anyone But You” in December 2023, both Glen and Sydney clarified the rumors about their romantic involvement, explaining that their bond had always been purely platonic.

In an interview with The New York Times in April 2024, Glen stated that to sell a romantic comedy, two key elements are essential: excitement and a strong connection. He emphasized that he and Sydney share an abundance of these qualities, making their time together enjoyable and their chemistry effortless. This off-screen appeal often translates to the screen as well, and sometimes it’s necessary to play into it-which worked beautifully in their case. Glen also praised Sydney for her intelligence.

For more costars who never actually dated—despite their onscreen chemistry—keep reading.

In an alternate scenario for the Harry Potter series as imagined by Emma Watson, Hermione Granger and Draco Malfoy might have had a romantic relationship behind the scenes. Watson has confessed that she harbored feelings for her co-star Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy.

During the 20th anniversary special of Harry Potter, Watson disclosed that she had developed feelings for Felton during the filming of their first movie, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. She admitted to scanning the call sheet every day in search of his number (No. 7), finding it an especially exciting day whenever his name appeared. As a side note, Draco being three years her senior, he saw her more as a younger sister.

Following the release of the special, fans of the series expressed their desire for Felton and Watson to take their friendship to another level on social media. However, in an interview with British Vogue, Watson clarified any dating rumors, stating that she and Felton stay in touch regularly, describing their connection as sweet.

In the Friends reunion last year, Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer, who portrayed an iconic TV couple on the show, revealed that there were real-life feelings of attraction between them during the first season. However, due to one or both being in relationships at different times, they never pursued anything beyond friendship. David stated, “We had strong feelings for each other, but it was like two ships passing because one of us was always in a relationship. We respected that boundary.” Jennifer added, “I remember telling David once, ‘It’s going to be so disappointing if our first real kiss happens on national television.’ And indeed, our first on-screen kiss took place in the coffee shop scene.” Thus, they channeled their mutual affection and love for each other into the development of Ross and Rachel’s relationship on the show rather than pursuing a romantic involvement off-screen.

Undeniably, one of the most memorable duos in cinema history, fans have been advocating for Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as a pair since their 1996 film Titanic (despite the fact that she didn’t save room for him on the door). However, their friendship has remained strong over the years, with Kate sharing in an interview with The Guardian last year that they are “connected for life.”

From attending the Golden Globes together in 1998 to DiCaprio blowing kisses to Winslet during her emotional acceptance speech at the same event in 2009, it’s clear that their bond has only strengthened over the past two decades, regardless of the iceberg.

In the film A Star Is Born from 2019, the surprising combination of the actors and the director sparked an incredible chemistry that left fans oblivious to the fact that they were both involved with different partners at the time – Bradley Cooper with Irina Shayk, and Lady Gaga with Christian Carano.

Despite this, it was evident that the two leads shared a strong bond. Gaga herself admitted that she felt an “immediate connection” with Bradley as soon as she first saw him. This closeness was further emphasized when they appeared together on stage at the 2019 Oscars, hand in hand, to perform their award-winning song “Shallow,” shortly after Gaga had ended her engagement.

Bradley Cooper, who starred in the movie House of Gucci, swiftly denied any romantic involvement after their performance, saying on Jimmy Kimmel’s show, “Yes, people perceived love there – and here’s a surprise – that was exactly what we intended for you to see.”

Cooper and Irina later split up in the same year. The actor didn’t comment on the speculation until November 2021 when he talked to The Hollywood Reporter, admitting that they were acting during their Oscar performance. He elaborated, “In the film, their characters fall in love during that scene. It was an intense moment that happened between them on stage in front of thousands of people. If we both had been sitting on stools facing the audience, it would have felt odd.

Ever since they acted together in “Speed” back in 1994, whispers have circulated for decades about a possible romantic relationship between Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock. However, those rumors were never substantiated, as Sandra herself clarified in an interview with Esquire magazine that they were not romantically involved.

When asked about their friendship, she said, “No…but who knows?” She added, “Keanu’s a guy who I feel like is friends with every woman he’s ever dated. I don’t think there’s anyone who has something horrible to say about him. So maybe we could have survived. I don’t know. But we didn’t have to survive anything. We just get to grow up together on parallel roads and tip our hats and meet for a dinner and try to work together.”

As time passed, Bullock continued to express admiration for her co-star. She noted that if things had not gone well between them, she may not have been able to say such kind words about him. The duo also worked together in “The Lake House” in 2006 and are still close friends today, with Bullock praising Keanu’s excellent listening skills as one of his best qualities.

A year after filming “Speed,” Bullock recalled that she once mentioned to Keanu that she had never tried champagne or truffles. A few days later, she said, he personally delivered those items (along with flowers) to her, explaining that he wanted her to experience them for herself, saying, “I just thought you might want to try champagne and truffles, to see what it’s like.

Moviegoers find this acting duo endearing after they played romantic leads in three films, including La La Land. Although they never dated off-screen, working together created a strong bond between the two actors. During a Q&A session at the 2018 Telluride Film Festival, the Cruella star shared how much Ryan means to her and his positive impact on her life and career, calling him a “cherished, wonderful friend.” Emma expressed that she can’t imagine her life without Ryan and described him as “exceptional,” which made her emotional. Before La La Land was released in 2016, Emma joked with TopMob News about the number of films she has done with Ryan, saying, “He has a restraining order against me now.” However, Ryan said it was a pleasure to work with Emma, explaining that they bring out the best in each other because they know one another well and can help each other in ways that are not possible with strangers.

In the popular TV show “The Office,” the characters Jim and Pam, played by John Krasinski and Jenna Fischer, developed a strong on-screen relationship that many viewers adored over the series’ nine-year run. Although their chemistry never evolved into an off-screen romance, they did acknowledge having a genuine connection during an interview in 2016.

Jenna stated, “There’s a part of me that feels like Pam and a part of him that feels like Jim, and those parts of us truly loved each other on set.” However, she clarified that in real life, they aren’t exactly the perfect match as their personalities are not completely identical to their characters. She added that John was like a long-term partner for her, and their bond would always remain strong due to their shared history together.

John later commented on Jenna’s remarks, stating in an interview with The Daily Beast that he believed her comments were taken out of context, and he felt bad for her. Ultimately, the enduring bond between the two actors remains evident, much like the iconic teapot from the show.

Bradley Cooper hasn’t just been rumored to be romantically involved with his co-stars, as his on-screen chemistry with Jennifer Lawrence in movies like Silver Linings Playbook and American Hustle has sparked speculation for years. In fact, during an interview with Howard Stern in 2015, Stern asked Bradley about the rumors, “When are you two gonna do it? Everyone is waiting.” Bradley answered, “Never. We’re just not like that together.” Additionally, when Entertainment Tonight asked him at the 2013 Golden Globes if they were dating, he responded, “Oh my god. That’s hilarious. No, no way.

In the movie “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” they played co-stars, and following the film’s release in 2006, there was a significant number of fans hoping they would date in real life. However, their romantic connection off-screen never materialized. During an interview with Howard Stern on his SiriusXM show in October 2020, Matthew expressed that he had never been inclined to date one of his famous co-stars.

In his own words, “I’ve always made an effort to maintain a professional relationship with the people I worked with, and I must say they handled it well. While there might have been fleeting crushes from time to time, we always managed to keep things professional.

And with that, the chance for their love to blossom died, just like that love fern.

These top-tier friends share an exceptional screen chemistry, as seen in movies like “Ocean’s Eleven.” Interestingly, this bond extends beyond the screen in a purely friendly manner. Their laughter-filled interviews and heartfelt public speeches are a testament to their friendship. To add, George has generously offered his esteemed Lake Como home for the Roberts-Moder family’s anniversary celebrations. No big deal!

Alongside the New Year’s Eve ball drop, it’s customary for people to speculate about whether CNN’s Live From Times Square co-hosts Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper have ever been romantically involved.

During an appearance on Howard Stern’s radio show, Andy was asked, “What is it that prevents you from falling in love with Anderson Cooper?” To which he replied, “I simply believe our friendship isn’t based on romance. We’re just friends. That aspect isn’t a part of it. I think, at this point, we know each other too intimately to have romantic feelings for one another.”

Interestingly enough, they initially met on a blind date over 25 years ago. As Anderson recounted on The Tonight Show in 2017, straight people often suggest that two gay men should meet. When the pair had a phone call to set up the date, Anderson “knew within 45 seconds I was never going on a date with Andy Cohen.”

He elaborated that Andy violated a key rule when it came to dating him: He inquired about Anderson’s mother, Gloria Vanderbilt. “I wanted to date the Vanderbilt boy!” Andy admitted. “I was excited!” However, Andy breached a cardinal rule by asking about Anderson’s mother.

“I wanted to date the Vanderbilt boy!” Andy confessed. “I was thrilled!” But, unfortunately for him, he broke a crucial rule when it came to dating Anderson: He asked about his mother, Gloria Vanderbilt.

In a 2009, Zooey remarked that making the indie rom-com “(500) Days of Summer” with Joseph was incredibly enjoyable. However, in a 2012 interview with Playboy, Joseph confessed that dating his co-star and longtime friend would feel “awkward.” Laughingly, he added that fans hoping they’d be together found the idea amusing as well, considering their decade-long friendship.

Before Zac Efron’s relationship with Vanessa Hudgens became public knowledge, there were whispers that he might have been dating their mutual friend Ashley. An appearance on “The Suite Life of Zack and Cody” in 2006, where he played her love interest, added fuel to the rumors.

To this day, Zac and Ashley maintain a close relationship, with Ashley referring to him as her “brother/best friend.” However, during an interview with Elle, she named Zac as her worst onscreen kiss. She explained that it was terrible because he is like family to her, having worked together for a long time. At the time of filming, Zac was used to acting on Warner Brothers (CW), while Ashley was on Disney Channel.

In the scene, Zac tried to kiss Ashley with his tongue, which made her exclaim, “Get away from me!” She quickly closed her mouth and reminded him that it wasn’t appropriate for Disney Channel. “It’s just weird when you’re so close to somebody,” Ashley said, adding that their history together was the reason the kiss was particularly awkward.

In a nostalgic turn of events, Corbin and Monique, who played teenage sweethearts Chad and Taylor in the High School Musical series, maintained a strong friendship post-Disney. They reconnected on-screen in the 2021 Lifetime Christmas movie, A Christmas Dance Reunion, with Corbin expressing his joy of working with Monique again on Instagram, stating it felt like returning home. For Corbin, starring in a Lifetime Christmas movie had long been a dream, but he never imagined sharing the screen with one of his dearest friends.

Monique also expressed her eagerness to collaborate further with “one of her closest friends,” telling People that she hopes they can continue working together, much like the enduring partnerships of Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, Leo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, and Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. Monique believes Corbin and she have a similar on-screen chemistry and hopes to see their collaboration blossom further.

Despite portraying one of television’s most beloved will-they-or-won’t-they pairs on The X-Files, the two main actors reportedly had their fair share of disagreements during filming. In an interview with Metro UK in 2008, David Duchovny confessed that he and Gillian Anderson often argued due to a buildup of resentment from familiarity. He explained, “Contempt can breed from nothing; we would argue about the most trivial matters and couldn’t stand being near each other.”

Despite their on-set feuds, fans remained hopeful that Mulder and Scully would eventually become a couple, both in the show and in real life. A photo of them having lunch together in May 2021 caused a stir online, which amused Duchovny. He shared with People magazine that Anderson invited him to take a picture as he was leaving their meeting, and though he seldom receives such attention, he found it exciting that people continue to show interest after so many years.

Fans of the Avengers, gather! Although they’ve been acting together since their first collaboration in 2004’s ‘The Perfect Score’, Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson haven’t dated in real life. However, over the years they’ve developed a strong bond with each other. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly in March 2020, Scarlett described their on-screen chemistry as stemming from ten years of knowing someone well enough to have an intimate relationship that comes from spending a lot of time together and understanding their vulnerable side.

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