Glen Powell is an American actor known for his charismatic performances in both blockbuster films and independent projects.
Born Glen Thomas Powell Jr. on October 21, 1988, in Austin, Texas, he grew up in a supportive, close-knit family that has played a significant role in his life and career.
He is the middle child among three siblings, with his parents, Glen Powell Sr., an executive coach, and Cyndy Powell, a homemaker.
Siblings
Glen has two sisters who remain integral to his personal life.
His older sister, Lauren Powell Whatton, was born in 1986 and is the eldest of the siblings.
She is married and became a mother to twins, Witt and Gwen, in 2016, making Glen an uncle who often shares moments with his niece and nephew at premieres or family events.
Lauren has also contributed behind the scenes, including work related to one of Glen’s films.
His younger sister, Leslie Powell, born in 1992, is a talented singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles.
She has contributed music to various projects, including films and television shows, and maintains a strong bond with her brother, highlighted by emotional family milestones such as her wedding, where Glen’s heartfelt reactions drew public attention.
Career
Powell’s career began with small roles in television and film, including an appearance in Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over in 2003.
He gained wider recognition through guest spots and supporting parts, such as in The Dark Knight Rises (2012) and The Expendables 3 (2014).
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His breakthrough came with the role of Chad Radwell in the Fox comedy-horror series Scream Queens (2015-2016), showcasing his comedic timing.
He followed this with memorable performances, including as Finnegan in the coming-of-age comedy Everybody Wants Some!! (2016), astronaut John Glenn in the acclaimed drama Hidden Figures (2016), and roles in Set It Up (2018) and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018).
Powell achieved major stardom portraying Lieutenant Jake “Hangman” Seresin in the blockbuster Top Gun: Maverick (2022), followed by hits like the romantic comedy Anyone But You (2023) opposite Sydney Sweeney and the action-adventure Twisters (2024).
He has also ventured into producing and starring, including co-creating and leading the comedy series Chad Powers (2025).
Accolades
Powell won a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for Hidden Figures in 2017, shared with the ensemble, along with an Ensemble Performance Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival that same year.
More recently, he received a Special Honorary Award from the Austin Film Critics Association in 2023 for his contributions to films including Top Gun: Maverick, Apollo 10 1/2: A Space Age Adventure, and Devotion.
Powell has garnered nominations such as for Best Actor at the Astra Awards for Hit Man (2023) and Breakthrough Performance nods from organizations like the Online Film & Television Association.
In 2025, he was honored with the Star of the Year award at CinemaCon, reflecting his rising status in the industry.
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