AceShowbiz - Matthew McConaughey cast his 17-year-old son Levi in his upcoming Apple TV+ drama The Lost Bus, taking deliberate measures to avoid nepotism concerns, Daily Mail reports. To ensure Levi’s audition was evaluated fairly, the actor asked the casting director to omit his son’s last name from the submission materials.

Sheknows also detailed that Levi auditioned for the part of his character’s son and earned the role based on his own talents. Matthew made it clear to Levi that while he would provide guidance and support off-camera, he would not act as a safety net during filming. Levi worked closely and independently with the director, without leaning on his father for approval or assistance on set. E! News adds that Matthew has shared advice with his son about establishing his own identity in the entertainment industry, emphasizing the importance of hard work and personal effort despite the advantages of the family name.

Matthew McConaughey is best known for his breakthrough role as Jake Brigance in A Time to Kill (1996) and has appeared in more than 60 projects. His career includes acclaimed work in film and television, with nominations for awards such as the Golden Globe and Saturn Award.

The inclusion of both Levi and Matthew’s 93-year-old mother in The Lost Bus highlights the family’s unique multi-generational involvement in the film. This project marks a notable moment as Levi steps into acting with his father’s careful mentorship and a clear effort to shield him from nepotism allegations, setting a precedent for balanced family collaboration in Hollywood.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Dailymail.