Matthew McConaughey turned down $15m to play an iconic character – here’s why

Matthew McConaughey has revealed why he turned down a whopping $15m acting role.

It seems to be whoever has more – more access, more money – you’re the winner,” he told podcast host Chris Williamson.

At one point during the podcast, McConaughey shared that he had turned down a $14.5m acting gig during his attempt to pivot his career from romantic comedies to dramatic roles.