Brandon Sklenar’s witty reply after being called 'Walmart Glen Powell' wins fans' hearts: 'He's so cool'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Brandon Sklenar didn’t let a recent jab at his appearance slide, showing humor in the face of criticism.
The actor fired back at a social media user who compared him unfavorably to another Hollywood star.
Brandon Sklenar turns online jab into a winning moment
The comment was made under an MTV Instagram video promoting his new thriller film, 'Drop,' where a user called him “Walmart Glen Powell.”
Instead of reacting with offense, Sklenar responded with humor to the online dig.
“Who doesn’t love a bargain?” Sklenar replied to the comment.
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The social media troll was won over by his quick wit, responding: “Rlly don’t know u from any movies yet but you’ve just gained a supporter," as per New York Post.
Brandon Sklenar about 'very cool' things happening in his career
The 34-year-old actor starred alongside Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni in the 2024 adaptation of 'It Ends With Us' and joined the cast of '1923', a prequel series in the 'Yellowstone' universe.
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“It is very cool objectively that these things are happening at the same time,” Brandon Sklenar told People recently.
“It’s sort of divine timing, a universal wink. It’s like, ‘Hey, good on you,’” he added.
Reflecting on his career, Sklenar added, “I’ve been kind of just pounding away for the last 16 years. It’s like the universe throwing you a bone and I really appreciate that.”
When not working, Sklenar enjoys a quiet life in Santa Barbara with his girlfriend Courtney Salviolo, 34, and his 13-year-old dog, Remy. “I like to sit with my dog and my girl and play the guitar,” he simply stated.
Glen Powell and Brandon Sklenar struggled before landing big roles
Although online jokes compared Brandon Sklenar to Glen Powell, the two actors share more than just a physical resemblance. Both faced years of struggle before landing major roles.
Powell built his career with small movie roles and TV guest appearances before gaining mainstream recognition.
“As a struggling actor, there’s no harder place to live than being in Hollywood with nothing going on,” Powell told Vanity Fair in November, 2024.
“The currency of that town is how relevant you are an what your last job is. It makes you oppressively self-aware," he added.
Despite setbacks, Powell eventually broke out with a streak of hit films including 'Top Gun: Maverick', 'Anyone But You' (2022), 'Hit Man' and 'Twisters'.
Fans react to Brandon Sklenar's comment
The witty response from Brandon Sklenar earned applause across social media.
“Perfect response," wrote one person.
Another chimed in, “Brandon > Glen.”
An Instagram user said, "Dying at this 10/10 response. No notes."
Another added, "Brandon's reply shows he is cooler, nicer and hotter than you. Damn, look in the mirror pal."
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