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Actress Judy Greer shared a humorous incident during an interview with Entertainment Tonight that happened before filming The Wedding Planner in 2001. She had to ask her co-star Matthew McConaughey for help to pay her valet parking bill at a luxury hotel in New York City.
A Funny Incident at the Start of Filming
Greer explained that she had parked her car at the valet service of the Roosevelt Hotel but did not have enough money to pay the bill due to her tight financial situation at the time. While trying to call her boyfriend from a payphone in the hotel lobby, McConaughey overheard her and gave her $20 to cover the amount. Although she felt embarrassed, she described him as her "hero."
The Wedding Planner and Judy Greer’s Career
The Wedding Planner, directed by Adam Shankman, stars Matthew McConaughey and Jennifer Lopez. The story revolves around a successful wedding planner who falls in love with the groom whose wedding she is organizing. Judy Greer played Penny, the friend of Jennifer Lopez’s character in the film.
Following the film’s box office success, Judy Greer continued her career in romantic comedies such as 13 Going on 30 and 27 Dresses.
Judy Greer’s Reflections on Her Co-Star
Greer expressed admiration for Matthew McConaughey during filming, recalling how he would show up every morning wearing pajamas and carrying a yerba mate drink. She hoped that McConaughey remains the same in terms of personality and kindness.
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