Glen Powell’s Hidden Talent Involves Eating 50 Pork Ribs And Texas

The Lone Star State is home to many people from many different backgrounds. Everyone brings something to the state that makes it unique. Yes, that even includes celebrities like Glen Powell!

Glen Powell And His Ties To The State Of Texas

Glen Powell is an actor that many know. According to his own website, Powell was born in the state's capital, Austin, in 1988. Over the years, he rose to prominence in various forms of media, and most recently hosted Saturday Night Live on November 15th, 2025. His most recent film coming out is none other than The Running Man.

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Promotion is a very important part of getting people to see a movie, and Powell is no stranger to it. So how does one promote a movie when you're from the state of Texas? Well none other than by eating Texas BBQ!

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While on a video eating the previously mentioned food, Powell revealed something that many may not have known about him.

What Is This Secret That Glen Powell Has?

To find out, we turn to the video in question, which was posted by JOLLY:

First things first, Texas BBQ winning was basically a no brainer. Second, Glen Powell having a BBQ eating record is a bit unexpected isn't it? Per his own words:

"I actually hold the record at the Salt Lick, I think, for most pork ribs taken down in a single setting."

He went on saying it was around 50 pork ribs that he ate at one time. Which is incredible isn't it? So, the next question, can somebody beat that?