Matthew McConaughey Wife: Who Is Camila Alves McConaughey?
Matthew McConaughey's wife is Camila Alves McConaughey, the Brazilian-American model, designer, and entrepreneur he married on June 9, 2012, after meeting her at a West Hollywood nightclub in 2006. The couple celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary in June 2026 and share three children — Levi, 18, Vida, 16, and Livingston, 13. Fiercely private about family life, they nonetheless remain one of Hollywood's most photographed and admired couples, recently spotted filming in Rome, meeting Pope Leo XIV, and walking red carpets with their teenage kids in tow.
Unlike many celebrity unions, the McConaughey marriage has endured for nearly two decades without scandal — a longevity the Oscar winner credits to shared values, faith, and a deliberate decision to raise their family far from the Hollywood machine in Austin, Texas. Camila, 44, is far more than a red-carpet companion: she has built her own portfolio of businesses in fashion, food, and lifestyle media while raising three kids.
Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Camila Alves McConaughey |
| Born/Age | January 28, 1982 — 44 years old |
| Birthplace | Itambacuri, Minas Gerais, Brazil |
| Profession | Model, designer, entrepreneur |
| Net Worth | Matthew's fortune estimated at $160 million |
| Spouse | Matthew McConaughey (married June 9, 2012) |
| Children | Levi (18), Vida (16), Livingston (13) |
| Education | Not publicly disclosed |
| Known For | MUXO handbags, Women of Today, Pantalones tequila |
How Matthew McConaughey Met His Wife
The love story began in 2006 at a West Hollywood nightclub, and McConaughey tells it with characteristic color. As he recalled to People: "She showed up, and she moved right to left in front of my eyes across that club. It was as if she was floating. And I did not say, 'Who is that?' I said, 'What is that?' And then introduced myself. Since that evening, I have not wanted to spend time with any other woman."
Dating followed by 2007, and the couple welcomed their first child, son Levi, in July 2008. Daughter Vida arrived in January 2010, and McConaughey proposed after Vida's birth. They married on June 9, 2012, in a sunset ceremony at their home in Austin, Texas — and welcomed their third child, son Livingston, in December 2012. The couple celebrated their 14th anniversary in June 2026; in a 2025 video with Access Hollywood they joked that they frequently forget the exact date, having reshared the story that neither of them reliably remembers which June day the milestone falls on.
Who Is Camila Alves McConaughey?
Camila Alves was born on January 28, 1982, in Brazil and moved to the United States at 19 to work as a cleaner and waitress before breaking into modeling. She built a successful modeling career with campaigns for major brands, then transitioned into design and business.
Her ventures include MUXO, a line of handbags designed in collaboration with her mother, and Women of Today, a lifestyle website she founded offering content on food, health, family, and style. With Matthew, she co-founded Pantalones Organic Tequila, an organic tequila brand launched as a husband-and-wife venture. Camila has also done television hosting work and remains active in philanthropy alongside her husband, supporting causes including wildfire relief and Texas community programs through their just keep livin Foundation connections.
Friends describe her as the grounded center of the family — the one who keeps the household running while Matthew's filming schedule takes him around the world.
Their Three Children
Levi, Vida, and Livingston are growing up fast, and 2026 has brought them into the spotlight more than ever:
- Levi Alves McConaughey, 18, is following his father into acting. In September 2025 he spoke to People about starring in his first role in Apple TV+'s survival thriller The Lost Bus, directed by Paul Greengrass, about the deadly 2018 Camp Fire. He reportedly had to audition for the part like anyone else — and even asked his dad to pull the family name from the casting process. "I had to badger him," Levi said of asking his father to audition him for the part of Matthew's on-screen son.
- Vida Alves McConaughey, 16, joined her mother at the 2026 TIME Women of the Year Gala in coordinated blazer dresses, and has appeared at family red carpets.
- Livingston Alves McConaughey, 13, the youngest, has largely stayed out of the public eye but appeared at the family's August 2026 red-carpet events in Austin.
Matthew has spoken often about fatherhood being his life's central calling. "The only thing I ever knew I wanted to be was a father," he told People in 2020, calling it "the pinnacle for me." In 2026 he added a signature line on Bear Grylls' show: "I think a man's a prince until he has children, then he becomes a king."
Life in 2026: Rome, Red Carpets, and New Projects
The couple spent much of spring and summer 2026 in Italy, where Matthew was filming the Netflix movie Positano — a jewel-thief heist romance co-starring Zoe Saldaña, announced by Deadline in December 2025. Paparazzi photographed them strolling in Rome on May 5, 2026, a month before their 14th anniversary, and on August 5, 2026, they were photographed meeting Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope — at St. Peter's Basilica during his weekly general audience, with Matthew shaking hands with the pontiff.
Back in Austin on August 10, 2026, the whole family walked the red carpet together for a special viewing of Matthew's film The Rivals of Amziah King and the dedication of the Matthew McConaughey Cinema at the University of Texas, where the actor teaches courses. In September 2025, Matthew published Poems & Prayers, a book of poems and essays.
Matthew's fortune is estimated at around $160 million as of 2026, built on salaries that peaked at $18 million for Interstellar and $20 million for The Gentlemen, plus his bestselling memoir Greenlights (over three million copies sold), a multi-year Salesforce brand ambassadorship reportedly paying $10 million a year, a co-ownership stake in Austin FC, investments in tech companies, and real estate in Austin and Hawaii. A Fortune profile published in October 2026 put the figure at $200 million — estimates of private celebrity wealth vary, but both outlets place him firmly in the nine-figure club.
The Secret to 14 Years of Marriage
The McConaugheys have offered a consistent formula over the years: shared faith, a Texas home base away from Hollywood's pressures, and mutual independence — Camila's own career means the marriage isn't built on one partner orbiting the other. They also credit humor, as their anniversary-date confusion attests. In an industry where marriages routinely last shorter than film press tours, fourteen years (and counting) makes them genuine outliers.
For other actor profiles, see Kelly Ripa, Eddie Murphy, and Timothée Chalamet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Matthew McConaughey's wife?
Matthew McConaughey's wife is Camila Alves McConaughey, a Brazilian-American model, designer, and entrepreneur. They married on June 9, 2012, in Austin, Texas.
How did Matthew McConaughey meet his wife?
McConaughey met Camila Alves at a West Hollywood nightclub in 2006. He has said that from that evening on, he never wanted to spend time with any other woman. They began dating by 2007.
How many kids do Matthew and Camila McConaughey have?
They have three children: son Levi (18), daughter Vida (16), and son Livingston (13). Levi began acting in 2025, appearing alongside his father in Apple TV+'s The Lost Bus.
How long have Matthew McConaughey and Camila been married?
They married on June 9, 2012, and celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary in June 2026. They have joked publicly that they often forget the exact date of their anniversary.
What does Camila Alves McConaughey do?
Camila is a model, designer, and entrepreneur. She founded the lifestyle site Women of Today, designed the MUXO handbag line, and co-founded Pantalones Organic Tequila with her husband.
What is Matthew McConaughey's net worth?
Matthew McConaughey's net worth is estimated at $160 million as of 2026, from acting salaries, his Greenlights memoir, brand partnerships, tech investments, and an Austin FC ownership stake. A Fortune profile in October 2026 estimated $200 million.
