Glen Powell, the Hollywood heartthrob known for his charismatic performances, is making a major life change that’s causing a buzz in Tinseltown. After more than 15 years of calling Los Angeles home, the 35-year-old actor has decided to bid farewell to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood Hills and set his sights on a new chapter in Texas.
Despite his skyrocketing career and A-list status, Glen is prioritizing family and personal fulfillment as he embarks on this transformative journey. “Getting to this point in Hollywood is that I can now leave Hollywood,” he candidly shared with The Hollywood Reporter. “It’s like I’ve earned the ability to go back to my family.”
For Glen, the allure of Texas lies not only in its familiar embrace but also in the promise of reconnecting with his roots and forging deeper bonds with loved ones. With plans to complete his college degree at the University of Texas in Austin, Glen is eager to immerse himself in the rich tapestry of academic pursuits while relishing the warmth of familial ties.
But rest assured, Glen’s relocation doesn’t mark the end of his acting career; rather, it signals a new chapter infused with authenticity and purpose. Drawing inspiration from fellow Texan and Hollywood icon Matthew McConaughey, Glen reflects on the sage advice that propelled him towards this monumental decision.
“He’s like, ‘Hollywood is the Matrix, man. You plug in and it’s all fake world,'” Glen recounted to THR. “He’s like, ‘Then I go to Austin, and I unplug. It’s all real. Those are my friends, that’s my family, my actions matter there.’ And he’s right.”
Indeed, amidst the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, Glen seeks refuge in the simplicity and genuineness of life in Texas. With his parents growing older and his niece and nephew blossoming into young adults, Glen is determined to carve out a space where familial bonds reign supreme and cherished memories are forged.
In a poignant symbol of his commitment to family, Glen has purchased a home just 30 minutes away from his parents, transforming it into a sanctuary where love and laughter abound. Though his acting endeavors may take him far from home on occasion, Glen finds solace in knowing that he’ll always have a place to call “home” in the heart of Texas.
