You’re missing out if you’ve never watched How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, the ultimate romantic comedy starring Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey.
In this film, Kate Hudson plays Andie Anderson, a columnist for a magazine. She decides to write an article titled “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days 2003” as a tribute to her recently dumped friend. Andie’s goal is to explore the behaviors that often drive men away in relationships. Coincidentally, the guy she chooses as her test subject is Ben Barry, played by Matthew McConaughey. Little does she know, Ben has made a bet with his coworkers that he can make any woman fall in love with him within the same timeframe of 10 days.
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The movie, released in February 2003, was a huge success, earning over $177 million at the box office. It also featured talented actors such as Annie Parisse, Thomas Lennon, and Bebe Neuwirth.
Kate Hudson, daughter of Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, reflected on the experience of making How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, describing it as a unique time in the film industry. She and Matthew McConaughey spent four months together filming the movie, and they later reunited for another romantic comedy called Fool’s Gold in 2008. Hudson mentioned that such extended shoots are rare nowadays, unless it’s a big-budget Marvel movie.
During an interview, Hudson even shared her thoughts on a potential sequel to How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. She wondered what would have happened to their characters if they were still together after all these years. According to her, Andie Anderson would have pursued her ambitions and likely found success, possibly running something important.
Despite the possibility of a sequel, Hudson has maintained close relationships with her co-stars, including Kathryn Hahn. They reunited for the film Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery in 2022. Hudson expressed her admiration for Hahn, calling her a “miracle” and applauding her performance in Glass Onion.
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Looking back more than 20 years later, let’s see what the cast of How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days has been up to:
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Kate Hudson: After her breakthrough role in Almost Famous, Hudson continued to star in popular romantic comedies like You, Me and Dupree and Fool’s Gold. She also pursued her passion for music and plans to release her debut album in 2023. Hudson has been in various relationships and is currently engaged to Danny Fujikawa, with whom she has a daughter named Rani Rose.
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Matthew McConaughey: Known for his role in Dazed and Confused, McConaughey became a rom-com staple after How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. He has since starred in movies like The Wedding Planner, Failure to Launch, and Magic Mike, but also showcased his talent in more dramatic roles such as Dallas Buyers Club and True Detective. McConaughey has been married to Camila Alves since 2012, and they have three children together.
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Kathryn Hahn: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days marked Hahn’s film debut. She has since appeared in numerous movies like Anchorman, Step Brothers, and We’re the Millers. She gained widespread acclaim for her role as Agatha Harkness in WandaVision and is set to lead a TV spinoff called Coven of Chaos. Hahn has been married to Ethan Sandler since 2002, and they have two children.
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Bebe Neuwirth: Apart from her role in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Neuwirth has had a successful theater career, winning two Tony Awards. She was previously married to Paul Dorman and later married Chris Calkins in 2009.
These actors have come a long way since the release of the movie, each leaving their mark on the entertainment industry in different ways more on www.reeltip.com.