Breaking: Matthew McConaughey nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

Jackson Keane 

Los Angeles- 

    One of the most influential and beloved actor in history has just been nominated for something he may never have thought possible. 

    Matthew McConaughey, originally from a small town in Texas has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. McConaughey is being nominated for his work with the charity "Just Keep Living Foundation". This is a non profit organization that's goal is to help high school students empower themselves to live strong and healthy lives by providing them the tools to make healthy choices. "This is one of the most prestigious awards ever given. To have my name even associated to this award is something I will never take for granted."

    This charity has become one of the most influential charities in America helping over 2500 young people over 37 different programs around America including California, Ohio, Texas and Louisiana. 


    This is another award to add to McConaughey's resume as he has now won an Academy Award, Golden Globe, an Emmy and a Actors Screen Guild award. This one will for sure become one of the most important. 

    The Nobel Committee is scheduled to present the award to McConaughey on December 10th in Oslo, Norway where it is presented to the winner with the presence of the King of Norway. 
 

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