- Top Gun: Maverick star Danny Ramirez pulled a hilarious prank on his co-star and friend, Glen Powell, at an airport.
- Ramirez disguised himself as an eager fan, asking for an autograph for Powell’s upcoming movie, The Running Man.
- A video of the wholesome moment has gone viral, with fans praising their friendship and calling the interaction “elite energy.”
- The candid moment is being compared to a famous prank Leonardo DiCaprio played on Jonah Hill.
A Friendship Forged in the Skies
The camaraderie between Top Gun: Maverick actors Glen Powell and Danny Ramirez continues to delight fans, extending far beyond the silver screen. The pair, who became close friends during the filming of the blockbuster hit, recently shared a moment that has captured the internet’s attention. While Powell was promoting his upcoming film, The Running Man, Ramirez decided to test his friend’s awareness with a clever prank.
The Ultimate Fanboy Prank
While Glen Powell was graciously signing autographs and taking pictures with fans at an airport, a seemingly ordinary fanboy joined the crowd. This “fan” was none other than Danny Ramirez, who snuck in holding a promotional picture of Powell from The Running Man.
Initially, Powell was completely focused on the crowd, signing posters without noticing his friend hiding in plain sight. However, a video of the encounter shows Ramirez muttering something that catches Powell’s ear. As Powell looks up, his professional demeanor breaks into surprised laughter upon recognizing Ramirez. The surrounding fans, who were in on the joke, erupted in laughter as the two actors shared a humorous moment.
Danny Ramirez surprises Glen Powell at the airport pretending to be a fan. pic.twitter.com/WjJ63itVMP
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Fans React to the “Elite Energy”
The clip quickly went viral, with social media users celebrating the genuine friendship between the two stars. The video, captioned “Danny Ramirez fanboying over The Running Man,” sparked a wave of positive comments.
What Everyone is Saying
Fans unanimously praised the interaction. One user wrote, “Bros being bros— this is elite energy.” Another drew parallels to another famous Hollywood prank, expressing, “It reminds me of when Leonardo DiCaprio spots Jonah Hill and pretends to be a fan.”
The sentiment was clear: the public loves seeing this kind of authentic, candid moment between celebrities. “Imagine getting pranked by your own friend at the airport,” another user commented. “Bet Glen thought it was just another day with a crazy fan. Classic.” The prank serves as further proof that the bond between the Top Gun cast is as strong as ever.