Matthew McConaughey Lived in Peru to Escape 90s Fame
Actor Matthew McConaughey has revealed that he moved to Peru for 22 days in the 1990s, living without electricity and under a false name, to escape the overwhelming pressures of his newfound fame. He sought anonymity and a break from Hollywood during that period.
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Matthew McConaughey Exiled Himself From Hollywood and Lived in Peru as Mateo for 22 Days Without Electricity When Fame Became Too Much
Matthew McConaughey revealed on the “No Magic Pill” podcast (via People) that he once exiled himself from Hollywood and lived without electricity for 22 days in Peru when the pressures of early fame became too much for him to handle. He exclusively went by Mateo during this period as to further disassociate himself from his celebrity status. […]
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Read full article →Matthew McConaughey Details Moving to Peru to Escape ‘90s Fame
Beyond interstellar travel, Matthew McConaughey is also used to international treks. The Oscar winner revealed he briefly fled Hollywood for Peru after needing a break from the spotlight in the...
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