Actor Glen Powell recently opened up about an uncomfortable situation at a Hollywood event. Speaking on Jake Shane’s “Therapuss” podcast, he said he was initially thrilled to meet a well-known figure whose past work he admired.

But when a photographer asked for a picture, Powell suddenly hesitated. The reason? That celebrity had been recently “canceled” for troubling behavior, and Powell realized he couldn’t ignore it. He admitted the star noticed his reluctance, but Powell chose to step back rather than pretend. Reflecting on the moment, he explained that admiring someone’s talent doesn’t excuse harmful actions. He even compared the experience to themes in his Chad Powers role — where growth and accountability separate ordinary mistakes from toxic choices. Fans praised Powell’s honesty, noting how rare it is for celebrities to draw clear boundaries in such situations.