Matthew McConaughey decided to do “How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days” because of a fortuneteller’s advice.

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While McConaughey was considering whether to do it or not while on a walk when suddenly, this guy came out of nowhere.

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This unknown guy immediately told McConaughey, There’s a movie you’re considering right now. It’s a romantic comedy.

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He introduced himself as Fortuneteller and said, you have to do this or it will be one of the biggest regrets of your life.

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Matthew McConaughey recalled wondering whether the man was hired by producers of the film.

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Going with Fortuneteller’s advice Matthew McConaughey accepted the role of Benjamin Barry the very next day.

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Rom-com classic, “How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days” went on to gross nearly $178 million worldwide.

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Hudson, disclosed that fought for McConaughey to get the part as producer thought he was too old for it.

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“How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days” celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and there’s no sequel in the works.

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McConaughey and Camila Alves married in 2012 in Austin where they reside. Together, they have three children.

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