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Glen Powell Shares Insight on Tom Cruise's Nickname

11/14/2025

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Glen Powell revealed that Tom Cruise's nickname is "TC," a detail many people may not know.
Powell said Cruise advised him about running at night in the interview.
He noted that most people in Cruise's life refer to him as "TC."
Powell highlighted their friendship and shared experiences from Top Gun: Maverick through the challenges of COVID-19, and said Cruise has been a supportive friend and mentor.

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Glen Powell revealed that Tom Cruise's nickname is "TC," a detail many people may not know.
Powell said Cruise advised him about running at night in the interview.
He noted that most people in Cruise's life refer to him as "TC."
Powell highlighted their friendship and shared experiences from Top Gun: Maverick through the challenges of COVID-19, and said Cruise has been a supportive friend and mentor.