May 29th 2024.
In a recent interview, actor Glen Powell shared a heart-stopping prank pulled by his co-star Tom Cruise while filming the highly-anticipated movie Top Gun: Maverick. Powell, who plays Lt. Jake 'Hangman' Seresin in the film, revealed that Cruise, known for doing his own stunts, also enjoys pulling pranks on his co-stars, whether they are willing participants or not.
The incident occurred during a flight in a helicopter as the two were returning to London after reshoots at Pinewood Studios. Powell described the moment with a mix of terror and admiration, as Cruise pretended to lose control of the helicopter, causing it to plummet over the city of London. "Tom goes, 'Oh no, oh no,' and he starts dropping the helicopter over London," Powell recalled, thinking to himself, "Am I about to be the unnamed guy that dies with Tom in a smoking hole in the middle of London?"
Despite the brief scare, Powell's respect for Cruise only grew. He described the Mission: Impossible star as deeply knowledgeable about every aspect of film production. "I got to watch a guy who knew every department. He was able to clearly interface with everyone, be so friendly and respectful, and be able to communicate that vision," Powell shared.
Cruise, known for his commitment to performing his own stunts, including piloting aircraft, has long been an inspiration to Powell, who is a licensed pilot himself. "I've flown friends cross-country to a number of US cities, but Tom owns a helicopter and flies actual jets," Powell humbly noted.
But beyond their shared love for flying, the two actors developed a genuine friendship rooted in their passion for film. Powell described them as "kindred spirits," highlighting the bond they formed during the intense production of the film.
Despite the prank pulled by Cruise, Powell spoke of his immense admiration for his co-star. "I've always admired Tom for his dedication to doing his own stunts, even the most risky ones," Powell shared. And as for the prank itself, Powell laughed it off and noted that it only added to the camaraderie between the two actors.
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