Matthew McConaughey lost the role of Jack in Titanic after refusing to drop his Southern accent during the audition.

Matthew McConaughey could have starred as Jack Dawson in "Titanic," but a new excerpt from a late producer's memoir claims he refused to drop his accent during his audition.

Six words reportedly cost Matthew McConaughey the lead role in Titanic: “No. That was pretty good. Thanks.” Producer Jon ...

Matthew McConaughey Lost 'Titanic' Role After Saying 5 Words to James Cameron originally appeared on Parade.

He had the charm, the chemistry, and the star power. So why didn’t Texas native Matthew McConaughey land the lead in Titanic?