Matthew McConaughey Opens Up About His Crush On Diane Lane

There’s something irresistibly charming about Matthew McConaughey. The actor recently let slip a long-held secret during an interview with ET, revealing a soft spot for none other than his co-star Diane Lane. Let’s just say, it wasn’t a fleeting crush—it’s been decades in the making.

Matthew and Diane: A Bond That Goes Back to the '80s

At 49 years old, Matthew McConaughey sat down with ET to chat about his latest project, Serenity, which stars the ever-talented Anne Hathaway and the stunning Diane Lane. But guess what? It's Diane who has been stealing Matthew’s heart for years. “I told her [about my crush], first thing, too,” Matthew confessed with a laugh. “I said, ‘Do you know how long I’ve had a crush on you, Diane? Since you were in Lonesome Dove.’ And I told her straight up!”

For those who might not remember, Lonesome Dove was a groundbreaking TV mini-series that aired way back in 1989. It featured powerhouse performances from Tommy Lee Jones and Robert Duvall, and it’s where Matthew first fell for Diane’s on-screen allure. Who knew a simple TV role could spark such a lasting admiration?

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Fast-Forward 29 Years: Working Together in Serenity

Life has a way of bringing people together, and after nearly three decades of admiration, Matthew finally found himself sharing a set with Diane Lane. In Serenity, Diane plays Matthew’s love interest—a role that feels almost serendipitous given their history. “She’s fun and cool—and she’s a great actress,” Matthew gushed. “Being able to work with her was… well, it felt like time travel.”

Here’s the kicker: when Matthew first started crushing on Diane, he was just a young man dreaming of making it big in Hollywood. Fast forward 25 years, and now he’s an Oscar-winning star working alongside his longtime crush. “When I first had the crush, I was really young and not even in this business yet. Now, I’ve been doing it for 25 years,” Matthew reflected. “So, I time-leapt forward, and guess what? She doesn’t look much different!”

Anne Hathaway Keeps Her Cards Close to Her Chest

While Matthew was open about his feelings, his co-star Anne Hathaway wasn’t quite as forthcoming. When asked if she had a current crush, Anne coyly replied, “I’m a happily married woman.” She then added with a playful smirk, “I didn’t say [I don’t have a crush], I’m saying I’m a happily married, respectful woman… so yes, there are people that make me flutter!”

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A Little Known Fact About Matthew McConaughey

Now, here’s something you might not know about Matthew. He once revealed that he auditioned for the iconic role of Jack Dawson in Titanic. “I went and auditioned. I wanted that,” he admitted on The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter Podcast. “I auditioned with Kate Winslet, had a good audition, walked away from there pretty confident that I had it. I didn’t get it. I never got offered that.”

And who could blame him for wanting the part? Jack Dawson became one of the most memorable characters in cinematic history, thanks to Leonardo DiCaprio’s portrayal. But hey, we’re all glad Matthew found his own path to stardom!

No word yet if Matthew also had a crush on Kate, but one thing’s for sure—his charm and honesty make him one of Hollywood’s most beloved figures.