Hey there, fellow American English movie enthusiasts! Let’s take a trip down memory lane and catch up with some of our favorite stars from the romantic comedy “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” featuring Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson.
Kate Hudson as Andie Anderson:
Remember Andie Anderson, the charming leading lady? Well, after her role in “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” Kate Hudson’s career soared even higher. She starred in several movies like “Fool’s Gold,” “Bride Wars,” and “Something Borrowed.” Not just movies, she also appeared on the TV show “Glee” as a dance instructor and in Apple TV+’s “Truth Be Told.”
But Kate’s talents don’t stop there. She’s a successful entrepreneur too! She launched her own clothing brand called Fabletics and even ventured into the vodka business with King St. Vodka. Moreover, she published a book called “Pretty Happy: Healthy Ways to Love Your Body” and co-hosts the podcast “Sibling Revelry” with her brother, Oliver. Oh, and let’s not forget, she’s a proud mom of three kids!
Matthew McConaughey as Ben Barry:
You can’t forget Ben Barry, the smooth-talking charmer portrayed by Matthew McConaughey! Since his rom-com days, McConaughey’s career reached new heights. He won an Academy Award for his exceptional performance in “Dallas Buyers Club.”
After that, he graced the big screen in movies like “Magic Mike,” “Mud,” and “Interstellar.” Plus, he lent his voice to the lovable koala Buster Moon in the “Sing” movies. But you might also know him for his quirky commercials with the Lincoln Motor Company, where he delivers philosophical musings while cruising in Lincoln cars.
Apart from acting, McConaughey became an advocate for gun control after a tragic incident in his hometown. He’s also a published author, with his memoir “Greenlights” hitting the shelves in 2020. Now, he’s working on a picture book for kids called “Just Because.”
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Kathryn Hahn as Michelle:
Andie’s supportive BFF, Michelle, played by Kathryn Hahn, has come a long way too. After “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” she appeared in hit movies like “Step Brothers” and “Bad Moms,” eventually landing lead roles in films like “Afternoon Delight.” Plus, she got an Oscar nomination for her work in “Glass Onion.”
On top of that, Hahn’s talents extended to TV, where she showcased her acting chops in shows like “WandaVision” and “I Know This Much Is True.” Her character, Agatha Harkness, from “WandaVision,” even got her own spin-off series called “Agatha: Coven of Chaos.”
Hahn is happily married to Ethan Sandler, and the couple is raising a son and a daughter together.
Adam Goldberg as Tony:
Remember Ben’s buddy Tony, the one who almost messes up the whole experiment? Well, after the rom-com days, Adam Goldberg kept the ball rolling with roles in various movies and TV shows. You might recognize him from “Fargo,” “Taken,” and “The Equalizer.”
But that’s not all! Goldberg is also a talented musician and released an album titled “Eros and Omissions.” He collaborated with Flaming Lips drummer Steven Drozd on musical arrangements for the film “I Love Your Work.”
Goldberg found love with artist and designer Roxanne Daner, and they are proud parents of three sons.
Thomas Lennon as Thayer:
Thayer, Ben’s friend in the movie, continued his rom-com journey with roles in movies like “17 Again” and “We’re the Millers.” But Lennon isn’t just an actor; he’s a skilled comedy screenwriter too! He has writing credits for films like “Night at the Museum” and “Balls of Fury.” Lennon also authored three young adult novels, one of which became a New York Times bestseller.
Married to actress Jenny Robertson, the couple welcomed a son named Oliver.
Annie Parisse as Jeannie:
Jeannie, one of Andie’s friends, gave Annie Parisse a stepping stone to her successful career. She appeared in shows like “Vinyl” and “Friends from College” and starred alongside Al Pacino in the film “Paterno.” Parisse also showcased her talent on stage in productions like Shakespeare in the Park’s “Measure for Measure” and “All’s Well That Ends Well.”
Her personal life is fulfilling too; Parisse is married to actor Paul Sparks, and they have a son and a daughter.
Bebe Neuwirth as Lana Jong:
Before she was Andie’s tough boss at Composure magazine, Bebe Neuwirth had made a name for herself on TV and Broadway. She appeared in “Frasier” and won a Tony award for her role in “Chicago.”
Since then, she’s continued her work on TV, Broadway, and even had a cameo in Netflix’s “Tick, Tick…Boom!” She married director, producer, and writer Chris Calkins in a ceremony officiated by fellow actor Peter Coyote.
There you have it, a fun-filled update on some of the stars from “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days”! They’ve come a long way since that backless yellow gown and have left a mark on the entertainment industry and beyond ,more movies on www.reeltip.com.
