Matthew McConaughey To Star in New Apple TV+ Series—Here’s How He Made His Millions
Actor Matthew McConaughey is reuniting with his True Detective co-star Woody Harrelson in a new comedy series based on their friendship for Apple TV+. Created by David West Read, Apple TV+ describes the show as a “heartfelt odd couple love story revolving around the strange and beautiful bond between Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson.” The pair will also executive produce the as-yet-untitled series alongside.The show will be McConaughey’s first time starring in an Apple TV+ original series. Apple Services, which includes Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple News+, and more, brought in a record-setting $20.8 billion for the tech company in the first quarter of fiscal 2023.
Investments in Tech
In an interview with Fast Company in May 2022, McConaughey said he looks to invest in companies that “have a purpose to uplift, empower, construct, redefine, and bring a new or renewed health to individuals, communities, and systems.”
McConaughey is invested in Canadian password management software, 1Password, which is currently valued at $6.8 billion.
Homebase, a startup that helps small businesses manage hourly employees, is also among the innovative startups in the award-winning actor’s portfolio.
1. Salesforce, Wild Turkey Bourbon, and Lincoln Motors
McConaughey also serves as a creative advisor and TV pitchman for customer relationship management platform Salesforce. He reportedly receives more than $10 million per year for that role, according to The Wall Street Journal.
The Dallas Buyers Club actor has served as creative director before, for premium liquor company Gruppo Campari’s Wild Turkey Bourbon. He signed a multiyear contract in 2016 with Wild Turkey for an estimated $3.5 million to $4.5 million dollars per year to be the face of the whiskey brand.
2. Sports: Austin FC and The Athletic
McConaughey has also entered the world of sports. He’s been a part owner of Major League Soccer team Austin FC since 2019. Austin FC is one of the highest-valued MLS teams, and is worth an estimated $680 million, according to the latest figures by Forbes.
