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Judy Greer Reflects on McConaughey's Kindness and 'Wedding Planner' Legacy

4/19/2026

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Judy Greer, actress, recalled on Entertainment Tonight that Matthew McConaughey paid her valet fee when she was broke, a mortifying but kind gesture.
Greer said many lines in The Wedding Planner were improvised, thanks to the director's encouragement.
As The Wedding Planner marks its 25th anniversary, she expressed mixed feelings about a reboot, though the film's appeal endures.
Greer has built a diverse career across genres, including horror films.

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Judy Greer, actress, recalled on Entertainment Tonight that Matthew McConaughey paid her valet fee when she was broke, a mortifying but kind gesture.
Greer said many lines in The Wedding Planner were improvised, thanks to the director's encouragement.
As The Wedding Planner marks its 25th anniversary, she expressed mixed feelings about a reboot, though the film's appeal endures.
Greer has built a diverse career across genres, including horror films.