Glen Powell

Glen Powell's Hilarious Wedding Chronicles: Ghostwriting Gone Wild!

Dive into Glen Powell's comedic audio journey in 'The Best Man's Ghostwriter'! Expect laughs, drama, and wedding wisdom!

Glen Powell, known for his roles in blockbusters like "Top Gun: Maverick" and "Hitman," is taking a hilarious detour from the silver screen to the world of audio dramas. His latest project, "The Best Man's Ghostwriter," is an Audible Original that blends comedy, romance, and the high-stakes world of wedding speeches. The story follows Nate, a professional ghostwriter tasked with penning the perfect toast for best men, as he navigates the chaos of male friendships and his own impending wedding. With the official release set for September 12, fans can expect a laugh-out-loud journey filled with relatable wedding anxieties.

In an exclusive interview with Cosmopolitan, Powell talked about why he loves the story, diving into the emotions of wedding-related stress and how "The Best Man's Ghostwriter" beautifully captures the ups and downs of preparing for someone else's big day. The tale mines everything from the awkwardness of exes showing up at weddings to the delightful disaster of last-minute speech disasters and emotional landmines. The audio format allows listeners to fully immerse themselves in Nate’s journey, making it an entertaining escape for the wedding-weary.

The show's premise draws inspiration from real-life experiences of Starr, a wedding speech ghostwriter, bringing authenticity and humor to the storyline. Powell also revealed how the film "Hitch" influenced his character, drawing parallels between navigating awkward romantic moments and the rollercoaster that is the wedding planning process. The blend of comedy and genuine emotion makes this series relatable, ensuring that anyone who's ever had to give—or receive—a wedding toast will find themselves either laughing out loud or cringing in sympathy.

As exciting as Glen Powell's latest audio endeavor may be, did you know that he has an impressive resume even outside of film and audio? Not only did he star in major productions, but he also moonlighted as a car racing driver before fully committing to acting. Plus, his co-star in "The Best Man's Ghostwriter," Nicholas Braun, famous for his role in HBO's "Succession," is also no stranger to comedy and has a knack for bringing unique characters to life. So as you prepare to dive into this new audio adventure, remember, it’s not just wedding speeches that can go wildly off-script—life can be just as hilariously unpredictable!