Nov 4, 1969
Scorpio
Uvalde, TX
55 years old
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Movie Actor
Identity & Origins
Full Name & Age
Matthew David McConaughey, born November 4, 1969, in Uvalde, Texas, making him 55 years old today .
Family Roots & Early Childhood
His mother, Mary Kathleen (née McCabe), was a kindergarten teacher and author; his father, James Donald McConaughey, played college football before working in oil pipe supply .
He has two older brothers: Michael (“Rooster”) and adopted brother Patrick .
Formative Years & Education
The family relocated to Longview, Texas, in 1980, where Matthew attended Longview High School and was active in golf and tennis, earning the “Most Handsome Student” honor .
After high school, he spent a formative year in Australia through Rotary, deepening his sense of adventure and independence .
Rise to Stardom & Career Highlights
Early Roles & Breakthrough
began acting in commercials in the early 1990s, featured in a music video for Trisha Yearwood, and debuted on screen in Dazed and Confused (1993) as “Wooderson,” a breakout role that launched his career .
Continued with dramatic turns in films like A Time to Kill (1996), earning Best Breakthrough Performance at the MTV Movie Awards .
Romantic-Comedy Era
Became a romantic comedy icon in hits like The Wedding Planner (2001), How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003), and Failure to Launch (2006), establishing the famous “McDreamy” image .
The “McConaissance” & Critical Acclaim
Shifted into mature, nuanced roles, starring in Dallas Buyers Club (2013)—losing 22 lb to portray Ron Woodroof—and won Academy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild awards .
Also acclaimed for Mud (2012), Magic Mike (2012), True Detective (2014, Emmy nomination), and voice roles in Sing (2016) .
Recent & Upcoming Work
Returned to live-action with The Rivals of Amziah King (2025), a rural drama that premiered at SXSW in March .
Returning in The Lost Bus, a survival drama by Paul Greengrass, on Apple TV+ this fall, playing a bus driver saving children during California’s deadly Camp Fire .
Television & Voice Work
Voiced the title character in Netflix’s animated spy series Agent Elvis (2023) .
Collaborating with Woody Harrelson, he’s filming the Apple TV+ buddy comedy Brothers, a Texas-based series directed by David West Read .
Awards & Public Recognition
Won the Academy Award, Golden Globe, and SAG Award for Dallas Buyers Club .
Earned Critical Praise for True Detective, Mud, and other standout roles—also earning multiple critics’ circle and ensemble awards .
Off-Screen Roles & Philanthropy
Authored the memoir Greenlights (2020), exploring his life lessons .
Founded the just keep livin Foundation, empowering teens to make healthy choices .
Serves as Professor of Practice at UT Austin’s Moody College since 2019, teaching film production .
A minority owner of Austin FC since 2019; his Pantalones Tequila brand recently became the FC’s official sponsor .
Personal Life & Values
Married Camila Alves in 2012; they have three children: Levi, Vida, and Livingston .
Proud Texan, oscillating between Austin and LA, and a visible advocate for Texas film incentives .
A committed Christian, McConaughey has spoken openly about his faith. He also spoke politically on common-sense gun reform after the 2022 Uvalde tragedy .
What’s Ahead
Watch for his The Lost Bus debut this fall and the Brothers series with Woody Harrelson.
Also expect more from his memoir-based insights, philanthropic endeavors, and expanding role in Texas film culture.
Matthew McConaughey’s journey spans—from his breakout in indie cinema to Hollywood heartthrob, Oscar-winning transformative actor, professor, entrepreneur, and cultural ambassador—anchored by curiosity, reinvention, and deep-rooted Texan values.
