Matthew McConaughey is an American actor and filmmaker based in Texas. He has worked in the entertainment industry since the early 1990s and gained fame throughout his career. He had his breakthrough appearance in a supporting role and later was cast in the leading roles. Matthew is primarily known for movies like Interstellar, Reign of Fire, Dazed & Confused, Magic Mike, and many more. In this article you would be reading about his age, net worth, career and How tall is Matthew McConaughey.
Family & Early Life
Matthew McConaughey is a Christian by religion and was born in an Irish heritage family. His father James Donald was a professional footballer. Moreover, his mother Mary Kathleen was an author and also a former kindergarten teacher. McConaughey was raised in his hometown alongside two of his elder brothers – Michael and Patrick. Patrick was adopted by his parents before his birth. Furthermore, his eldest brother Michael is a millionaire.
Age & Height
McConaughey is 1969 born and celebrates his birthday on November 4 every year. According to this parameter, he is currently 54 years old. McConaughey was too handsome for anyone to tolerate in his young days. He was admired by the director Don Phillips for his looks who first cast him in a series. Standing at a height of 5 feet and 11.75 inches tall, McConaughey weighs around 82 Kg. His appearance perfectly suits every positive character he portrays in movies.
Educational Journey
Matthew McConaughey moved to Longview, Texas to pursue studies and spent his years there. He attended a local high school in Longview. He further went to Australia as he wished to study in Sydney. But he lived in Warnervale for about a year. Meanwhile, he attended Gorokan High School.
After completing his schooling, McConaughey went to the University of Texas in Austin and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Radio, Television and Film in 1993.
Kickstart to Career
Matthew McConaughey started working in TV Commercials before appearing in movies. He then appeared in a few television series. Matthew was studying filmmaking at the University of Texas when he was cast in Dazed & Confused in 1993. He won the Best Breakthrough Performance award for this role.
McConaughey starred for the first time in Contact in 1997. His first successful movies came out in the early 2000s including The Wedding Planner and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. He was named “Sexiest Man Alive” by People’s Magazine in 2005. In 2006, McConaughey acted in his first romantic comedy film Failure to Launch, co-starring with Sarah Jessica Parker.
Established Actor
After playing along with Channing Tatum in Magic Mike, Matthew McConaughey was cast in a biographical drama Dallas Buyers Club. He portrayed the role of a rodeo rider and won several accolades from a single film.
After his successful establishment as an actor, McConaughey was signed by various brands to play their commercial ad campaigns. He appeared in several movies but faced career fluctuations as his films were getting negative or mixed reviews. However, he was constantly cast in movies and later starred in The Beach Bum in 2019. Following more roles in film, McConaughey will soon be seen in the lead role in the Yellowstone series, as Part 2 of Season 5 is already over.
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Other Ventures
Besides acting, Matthew McConaughey has given his voice to various animated characters. In 2016, he was also hired as a creative director and celebrity spokesman for a campaign by Wild Turkey. He published his first memoir in 2023 titled “Greenlights”. He also endorsed various luxurious car brands.
Awards & Accolades
Matthew McConaughey was included in the Time 100 as Most Influential People in the World for Time Magazine in 2014. Throughout his career, he has been nominated for 85 times. Here is the list of his most recent wins:
| Year | Award | Category | Work/Film |
| 2016 | Hollywood Film Awards | Ensemble of the Year | Gold |
| 2015 | Fangoria Chainsaw Awards | Best TV Actor | True Detective |
| 2014 | Academy Awards | Best Actor | Dallas Buyers Club |
| 2014 | EDA Awards | Best Actor | Dallas Buyers Club |
| 2012 | Austin Film Critics Association | Special Honorary Award | (Multiple Contributions) |
| 2014 | Crime Thrillers Awards | The Best Actor Dagger | True Detective |
| 2014 | Critics’ Choice Movie Awards | Best Actor | Dallas Buyers Club |
| 2014 | Critics’ Choice Television Awards | Best Actor in a Drama Series | True Detective |
| 2014 | Dorion Awards | Film Performance of the Year – Actor | Dallas Buyers Club |
Philanthropic Efforts
Matthew McConaughey wants teenagers to live a life that has value and is rewarding to society. Hence, he started a foundation “Just Keep Livin’ Foundation” to help them become great personalities by making healthy choices. In 2016, Matthew also received a Creative Conscience Award from unite4:humanity for his contribution.
Personal Life
Matthew McConaughey married Camila Alves on June 6, 2012, in a private Catholic ceremony. They met in 2006 and dated for about five years before getting engaged, and eventually married. The couple has three kids and lives in Austin with the whole family.
An interesting fact about his parents is that McConaughey’s parents divorced each other twice, and they finally married for the third time, spending the remaining years of their lives together.
Net Worth
Owing to decades of acting career in the Hollywood industry, McConaughey has built a huge net worth of approximately $160 Million. He also works for brand endorsements and earns from other ventures too. Consequently, he is living a luxurious life with his family in Austin.
