History of Matthew McConaughey in Timeline

Matthew McConaughey is a celebrated American actor known for his versatile performances. He gained initial recognition in 'Dazed and Confused' (1993) before achieving leading man status with 'A Time to Kill' (1996). His career expanded to include notable roles in films such as 'Contact' (1997), 'Amistad' (1997), and 'U-571' (2000), establishing him as a prominent figure in Hollywood.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2006: Meeting Camila Alves

In 2006, Matthew McConaughey met Camila Alves.

December 25, 2011: Engagement to Camila Alves

On December 25, 2011, Matthew McConaughey became engaged to Camila Alves.

June 9, 2012: Marriage to Camila Alves

On June 9, 2012, Matthew McConaughey married Camila Alves in Austin, Texas.

2012: Lack of Primary Voting Since At Least 2012

The Texas Tribune reported that Matthew McConaughey had not voted in a primary race since "at least" 2012.

2014: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star, True Detective, and Interstellar

In 2014, Matthew McConaughey received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Also in 2014, he starred in HBO's True Detective, winning the Critics' Choice Television Award. He also received critical acclaim for his role in Interstellar, released in 2014.

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2015: The Sea of Trees

In 2015, Matthew McConaughey finished filming the movie The Sea of Trees with Ken Watanabe.

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2015: Visiting Instructor at UT-Austin

In 2015, Matthew McConaughey served as a visiting instructor at the Department of Radio-Television-Film at UT-Austin.

February 25, 2016: Creative Conscience Award

On February 25, 2016, Matthew McConaughey received the Creative Conscience award from unite4:humanity for his work with the just keep livin foundation.

2016: Film Roles and Wild Turkey Spokesman

In 2016, Matthew McConaughey starred in the films Free State of Jones and Gold. He also voiced characters in the animated films Kubo and the Two Strings and Sing. In 2016, he became creative director and celebrity spokesman for Wild Turkey.

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2017: The Dark Tower

In 2017, Matthew McConaughey starred as Walter Padick in The Dark Tower, which received negative reviews.

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2018: White Boy Rick

In 2018, Matthew McConaughey starred in White Boy Rick, which received mixed reviews.

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2018: The Lost Bus (Camp Fire)

In 2018, the Camp Fire occurred, an event that is featured in the movie The Lost Bus starring Matthew McConaughey.

2018: Voted in the 2018 Texas Elections

Matthew McConaughey voted in the 2018 Texas elections.

March 29, 2019: The Beach Bum Release

On March 29, 2019, The Beach Bum, starring Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, and Jonah Hill, was released.

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2019: Minority Owner of Austin FC

In 2019, Matthew McConaughey became a minority owner of Austin FC, a Major League Soccer team.

2019: Professor of Practice at UT-Austin

In 2019, Matthew McConaughey officially became a professor of practice for the Department of Radio-Television-Film at the Moody College of Communication at UT-Austin.

November 2020: Denial of Gubernatorial Interest

In November 2020, Matthew McConaughey denied interest in running for governor on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

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2020: Publication of Greenlights

In 2020, Matthew McConaughey published his memoir, Greenlights.

Greenlights

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March 2021: Considering Gubernatorial Run

In March 2021, Matthew McConaughey confirmed he was considering running in the 2022 Texas gubernatorial election.

October 2021: Purposely Vague on Political Issues

In an October 2021 interview, Matthew McConaughey remained "purposely vague" on political issues when asked about a potential run for Texas governor.

2021: Austin FC Begins Play

In 2021, Austin FC, of which Matthew McConaughey is a minority owner, began play in Major League Soccer.

2021: Madame Tussauds Wax Figure Inspiration

Matthew McConaughey's 2021 appearance on The Tonight Show inspired a new wax figure at Madame Tussauds New York.

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2021: Lack of Political Donations Up Through 2021

The Texas Tribune reported that Matthew McConaughey had never donated to a political campaign at the state or federal level up through 2021.

June 2022: Advocacy for Gun Laws

In June 2022, Matthew McConaughey advocated for "commonsense gun laws" at the White House press briefing, speaking about the Uvalde school shooting.

2022: Decision Not to Run for Governor

In 2022, Matthew McConaughey announced he would not compete for the office of Texas governor.

February 6, 2023: Announcement of Agent Elvis Role

On February 6, 2023, it was announced that Matthew McConaughey would voice Elvis Presley in the animated series Agent Elvis.

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March 17, 2023: Agent Elvis Release

On March 17, 2023, the Netflix animated series Agent Elvis, featuring the voice of Matthew McConaughey as Elvis Presley, was released.

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September 2023: Madame Tussauds Wax Figure Unveiled and Book Promotion

In September 2023, Madame Tussauds New York unveiled a wax figure of Matthew McConaughey, inspired by his 2021 appearance on The Tonight Show. The event also promoted his children's book, Just Because.

Just Because

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2023: Potential Half-Brother Relationship

In 2023, Matthew McConaughey suggested that he and Woody Harrelson could be half-brothers, due to his mother's alleged intimacy with Harrelson's father.

July 2024: Interest in Political Office

In July 2024, Matthew McConaughey reiterated his interest in running for political office at the National Governors Association meeting, mentioning that he has been "on a learning tour".