With an impressive resume boasting over four dozen acting credits, Matthew Goode has captivated audiences in both the UK and the United States. His ability to portray a wide range of characters has earned him a loyal fan base, and his recent role in A Discovery of Witches has introduced him to an even wider audience. Despite being in the industry for almost 20 years, Goode continues to deliver high-quality performances. Here are 10 things you might not know about this versatile actor.
1. Acting Was a Family Affair
Matthew’s passion for acting began in his childhood, thanks to his mother. A nurse by profession, she also loved acting and ran a local theater club. She introduced young Matthew to the world of acting, and he quickly discovered his love for both performing and being around fellow actors.
2. He’s an Avid Golfer
Matthew is a passionate golfer and enjoys playing whenever he gets the chance. In an interview, he shared his dream of returning to the four handicap he had at 16, though he currently has a seven handicap. (For those unfamiliar with golf, this is an impressive handicap. A zero handicap is considered professional level.)
3. Family Man at Heart
If there’s one thing Matthew cherishes more than acting, it’s his family. He began dating Sophie Dymoke in 2005, and the couple married in 2014. Sophie, who has a successful career in fashion sales, and Matthew have three children together: two daughters and a son.
4. Coldplay Enthusiast
A music lover, Matthew is a particularly big fan of Coldplay. Interestingly, he knew Chris Martin before either of them became famous, as Martin is an old friend of Matthew’s brother. Coldplay has been making music since 1996 and has produced hits like “Fix You” and “Viva la Vida”.
5. Social Media? No, Thanks
While many fans search for their favorite actors on social media, they won’t find Matthew Goode there. He doesn’t have any official profiles on any of the major platforms, preferring to maintain his privacy.
6. Content with His Career
Matthew has found the perfect balance in his career. He’s well-known enough to have access to great opportunities, but not so famous that he can’t live a relatively normal life. His focus is on having a long-lasting career and supporting his family.
7. L.A. Living Isn’t for Him
Many actors flock to Los Angeles to advance their careers, but the city’s overwhelming nature doesn’t appeal to Matthew. He once said, “If I lived in L.A., I’d be schizophrenic after a week.”
8. Emmy Nominee
Recognition from peers is always appreciated, and in 2018, Matthew received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series for his role in The Crown. The award ultimately went to Ron Cephas Jones from This is Us.
9. Fantasy/Sci-Fi Wasn’t on His Radar
Matthew has enjoyed his time on A Discovery of Witches, but he never imagined himself working on a project about witches. He told Good Housekeeping, “It’s very much something I’d never done, I had a lot of friends who were involved with Harry Potter and I think I felt sort of maligned about that, so I was quite interested in the genre. This is very different.”
10. Friends with Colin Firth
Some people avoid forming friendships with colleagues, but some of Matthew’s closest friends are people he met in the industry. He is good friends with Colin Firth, whom he worked with on the 2009 film, A Single Man.
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