Glen Powell’s Ex-Girlfriend Gigi Paris Speaks Out on Relationship End and Romance Rumours
In a recent interview on the "Too Much" podcast, Gigi Paris, the ex-girlfriend of actor Glen Powell, spoke out for the first time about the end of their relationship in April 2023 amid romance rumours between Powell and his "Anyone But You" co-star Sydney Sweeney. According to Variety, the two actors later confirmed to The New York Times that they leaned into the fake romance rumours in order to boost the film’s publicity, a strategy that worked, as "Anyone But You" was a box office sleeper hit with $220 million worldwide.
During the podcast, Paris expressed her feelings about seeing the rumours of an alleged real-life romance between Powell and Sweeney. "I just wanted respect, especially if it’s gonna be public," she said. "Like, don’t make an ass out of me. Like, just don’t make a fool out of someone you’ve been with for over three years talking about forever with. Just have some decency, you know? And at the end of the day, it was like, well, work comes first. And if that’s the case, power to you, that’s your priority. I gotta walk away. What sucked was how it was handled. I felt like I was just fed to the dogs… It wasn’t [gaslighting], it was just, ‘This is what I have to do for my job.’" As Variety reports, Paris and Powell had a four-year relationship that ended in April 2023.
Paris also shared a story about flying to Australia, where "Anyone But You" was filmed, and alleged that she was then told not to visit the set. "He called and said, ‘The producers and I have discussed that I think it’s best that you don’t come to visit’ … And that’s when I hung up. And I was like, this motherfucker is done to me," she said. "That phone call really is what broke me. I thought we had hope, like, maybe when I got there that, like, things would maybe get better. But once I got that phone call, I just knew it was done. I had lost whoever that person was that I loved." This account was provided by Variety, a reputable source for entertainment news.
In response to the rumours, Powell told The New York Times in April 2024 that he and Sweeney "have a ton of fun together, and we have a ton of effortless chemistry. That’s people wanting what’s on the screen off the screen, and sometimes you just have to lean into it a bit — and it worked wonderfully. Sydney is very smart." Sweeney, who was directly involved in the marketing of "Anyone But You" as a producer on the film, added: "I wanted to make sure that we were actively having a conversation with the audience as we were promoting this film, because at the end of the day, they’re the ones who created the entire narrative." These statements were originally reported by Variety and confirm the actors’ involvement in the film’s marketing strategy.
During her podcast appearance, Paris said she was "shattered" when she made the decision to walk away from her relationship once it became clear no one but her was interested in bringing clarity to the romance rumours. As reported by Variety, Powell has since expressed interest in working with Sweeney again, telling Variety that he is "definitely trying to find the next thing" for him and Sweeney to work on together. "Please send us all the scripts you got," he added. "You know we’re here for it. It’s been really wonderful to read a lot. Sydney reads everything, by the way, and in record time. She’s the fastest reader I think I’ve ever met. It takes me a little longer, but we’re reading everything and just trying to see what makes sense, what we can turn into something that audiences are going to respond to."
In conclusion, the rumours surrounding Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney’s alleged romance have been a topic of interest for many fans. However, as Variety reports, Powell’s ex-girlfriend Gigi Paris has spoken out about the end of their relationship and the handling of the rumours. As the entertainment industry continues to evolve, it’s clear that Powell and Sweeney have established a successful partnership, both on and off the screen. This article has been informed by reporting from Variety, a leading source for entertainment news.
