Here’s a bold statement: Tom Cruise’s passion for running is almost as legendary as his dedication to his craft. But did you know his love for sprinting has turned him into an unlikely mentor for Glen Powell? And this is the part most people miss—Cruise’s advice isn’t just about physical endurance; it’s about making every stride look cinematic. When Powell needed guidance for his role in The Running Man, he knew exactly who to call. After all, if anyone knows how to make running look effortlessly cool on screen, it’s Cruise. But here’s where it gets controversial—while Cruise’s tips on running are gold, his insights into prosthetics might just be his most underrated contribution to cinema. Remember his transformation into Les Grossman in Tropic Thunder? That’s the kind of expertise Powell tapped into for his character, Chad Powers, in Hulu’s series. As Powell himself admitted, ‘If the audience doesn’t believe the character is real, the whole thing falls apart.’ So, Cruise’s advice wasn’t just helpful—it was mission-critical. But let’s pause for a moment: Is Tom Cruise’s influence on younger actors like Powell a sign of Hollywood’s evolving mentorship culture, or is it just another example of stars sticking to their own circle? Let us know what you think in the comments. Meanwhile, Powell is quick to clarify that he’s not eyeing Cruise’s spot in the Top Gun franchise, despite rumors. As for Cruise, he’s busy being, well, Tom Cruise—running, mentoring, and probably planning his next death-defying stunt. One thing’s for sure: Hollywood’s sprinting superstar isn’t slowing down anytime soon. And neither is his legacy.
