Matthew McConaughey delivered one of his most heartwarming performances for a guy who's made a career out of unforgettable entrances. The actor showed up to his namesake charity gala with his trademark swagger, flanked by his equally stylish family.
On Thursday, April 14, the Oscar-winning actor, 55, and his powerhouse wife, Camila Alves McConaughey, 42, brought their three kids, Levi, 16, Vida, 15, and Livingston, 12, to the 13th Annual Mack, Jack & McConaughey Gala in Austin, Texas. It marked the first time the whole family walked the red carpet together since April 2024, and they made it worth the wait.
Since launching, MJ&M has raised over $61 million for organizations focused on children's education, health, and wellness. This year's event kept that momentum going with more unforgettable moments and meaningful contributions.
Family Fashion Goals
Camila dazzled in a timeless, bold, and unapologetically chic high-low black and white floral dress. Her daughter Vida matched the vibe perfectly in a sleeveless white dress that mirrored her mom's elegance and subtly coordinated with dad Matthew's crisp white suit.
The mother-daughter duo kept their hair down, Camila with a sleek finish and Vida rocking her natural waves.
Meanwhile, Levi and Livingston went classic in black suits, though the youngest McConaughey added his twist by ditching the button-down for a laid-back tee. Leave it to a 12-year-old to remind us that formalwear doesn't always have to mean stuffy.
Hollywood's Next Gen Heartthrob
Let's talk about Levi for a second. The 16-year-old is already following in his dad's famous footsteps, and he's not wasting time. In September 2024, it was announced that he'll make his acting debut alongside Chris Pratt in "Way of the Warrior Kid," based on the bestselling book by Jocko Willink.
At the SXSW Film Festival earlier this year, Levi walked his first solo red carpet for the premiere of his dad's film "The Rivals of Amziah King," and dropped a surprisingly profound gem of wisdom, courtesy of Matthew.
"He told me, 'No bulls--- in your bones,'" Levi said in an interview with PEOPLE. "Basically, commit to whatever you're doing — right or wrong, just own it."
Matthew expanded on that. "Take risks. Make a fool of yourself. Go big, and then bring it down. It's easier that way."
It's no secret the McConaugheys are a close crew. Last January, they celebrated Vida's 15th birthday with heartfelt social media tributes. Camila called her daughter a "force" and reminded her, "The first person to love is YOU." Matthew described her as his "tech guru" and praised her green thumb.
It turns out that fatherhood hasn't just made Matthew a better human; it's leveled up his storytelling, too. In a 2024 interview, he explained how becoming a dad changed his approach to his craft. "I'd come home from True Detective, and my 4-year-old would ask, 'What did you do today?' I couldn't explain that plot, so I had to turn it into a parable — a good guy, a bad guy, and a monster."