Glen Powell is choosing not to make politics part of his public persona, saying he has little interest in joining the increasingly contentious political conversation surrounding Hollywood and American culture.

“People trying to prove their point, for me, it’s the worst version of a conversation,” Powell said. “I genuinely do not like the discourse. It’s not as healthy as it once was.”

Powell said he does not believe engaging in politics is the right role for him, while acknowledging that other public figures have chosen to become politically active.

“Engaging in politics is not presently possible,” he said. “I applaud people for jumping into those things and fighting for what they believe in. If I were a political person, I would be talking about it. For me, my calling is elsewhere.”

His comments come at a time when actors, musicians, and other entertainment figures frequently use their platforms to weigh in on elections, political candidates, and major policy debates. Powell has instead indicated that he would rather keep his attention on his acting career.

The actor also addressed the disappointing performance of his latest film, “The Running Man,” pointing to major changes at Paramount. Powell said the studio laid off its entire marketing department, creating significant challenges in promoting the movie.

Directed by Edgar Wright and based on Stephen King’s 1982 novel, “The Running Man” stars Powell as a desperate man who enters a deadly televised competition in an attempt to earn money for his family.

Powell has become one of Hollywood’s most prominent young actors following roles in “Top Gun: Maverick,” “Anyone But You” and “Twisters.” His decision to avoid political commentary comes as he continues to build his career while deliberately keeping his public image separate from partisan debates.

Rather than using his celebrity to advocate for political causes, Powell says his “calling is elsewhere.”