# Matthew McConaughey

American actor and filmmaker who won the Academy Award for Best Actor for "Dallas Buyers Club" (2013) and starred in "True Detective," "Interstellar," and "The Wolf of Wall Street." His memoir "Greenlights" became a #1 New York Times bestseller. He delivered the University of Houston commencement address that generated viral quotes on authenticity.

## Quick Facts

- **Born:** November 4, 1969
- **Birthplace:** Uvalde, United States
- **Nationality:** American
- **Occupation:** Actor & Author
- **Category:** Movies & TV
- **Net Worth:** $160M (est. 2023)
- **Also Known As:** Alright Alright Alright

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