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Why Matthew Lillard Credits Nostalgia for His Hollywood Comeback

Why Matthew Lillard Credits Nostalgia for His Hollywood Comeback

Summary

Actor Matthew Lillard says nostalgia is helping bring him back into popular movies and shows. He believes people remember and like his old roles, which is why he is getting new acting jobs now.

Key Facts

  • Matthew Lillard is 56 years old.
  • He played Shaggy Rogers in the “Scooby-Doo” movies and Stu Macher in the original “Scream.”
  • Lillard says the “Scooby-Doo” films are more popular now than when they first came out.
  • He feels nostalgia, or memories of the past, is a key reason for his career comeback.
  • Recently, he acted in “Scream 7,” “The Life of Chuck,” “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” and “Daredevil: Born Again.”
  • Lillard jokes that people hire him because they like the old times, not necessarily because they think he is the most talented.
  • He says he enjoys acting now more than when he was younger and feels he has gained wisdom over the years.
  • Earlier, he mentioned that he once wished to be as famous as actors like Matt Damon and Ben Affleck but now is happy just doing good work.
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