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Matthew McConaughey Biography Born on November 4, 1969, actor Matthew McConaughey is known for his laid-back lifestyle, rugged physique, and charming appeal. He was born and raised in the small Texas town of Ulvaide. He was an athlete, playing golf and tennis at Longview High School. His classmates choose him as the school's "Most Handsome" student. McConaughey stayed in Texas for college, graduating from the University of Texas at Austin in 1993. While he had previously appeared in commercials and in small film roles, McConaughey got his first big break in 1993's Dazed and Confused. Known for his good looks and easy-going personality, McConaughey soon achieved leading man status with A Time to Kill (1996), which also starred Sandra Bullock, Samuel L. Jackson, and Kevin Spacey. The press often speculated about the nature of McConaughey's relationship with Bullock, but sources close to the pair insisted that they were only friends. Making the cover of ...