Matthew McConaughey visits hometown of Uvalde after shooting to meet with families

McConaughey was born in Uvalde, Texas, and his mother, a teacher, worked at St. Philip’s Episcopal School, about a mile from Robb Elementary School, the site of the shooting.

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Published: May 29, 2022, 1:11 PMUpdated: May 29, 2022, 2:30 PM

Tags: Matthew McConaughey, Uvalde, Uvalde School shooting

UVALDE, Texas – Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey visited Uvalde, Texas, his home town, following the mass shooting on Tuesday that killed 19 children and 2 adults, according to Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales.

McConaughey met with families and community members on Friday at the Uvalde Civic Center.

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Matthew McConaughey visits hometown of Uvalde after shooting to meet with families

McConaughey was born in Uvalde, Texas, and his mother, a teacher, worked at St. Philip’s Episcopal School, about a mile from Robb Elementary School, the site of the shooting.

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