In the high-stakes world of Hollywood voice acting, few people realize that Scarlett Johansson is as much of a vocal chameleon as she is an action star. While the world knows her as Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, her co-stars know her for a much more “chilled-out” reason: her uncanny ability to “steal” the voice of Matthew McConaughey.
During a viral interview on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Johansson left the host in stitches when she revealed that after years of working with McConaughey—most notably on the animated blockbuster Sing—she had completely mastered his signature Texan drawl.
“It’s Like He’s Actually in the Room!”
The hilarity ensued when Seth Meyers asked about her experience recording the voice of Ash, the punk-rock porcupine, alongside McConaughey’s dapper koala, Buster Moon. Scarlett didn’t just describe McConaughey’s work ethic; she became him.
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The Transformation: With a perfectly timed lean back in her chair and a raised eyebrow, Scarlett dropped her voice into that distinctive, husky register that has defined McConaughey’s career since Dazed and Confused.
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The Vibe: “You just gotta find the ‘alright’ in the day, Seth,” she deadpanned, capturing the actor’s legendary “chill” demeanor so accurately that Meyers burst into a fit of laughter.
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The Reaction: “I’m not even kidding, it’s like he’s actually in the room!” Meyers exclaimed, marveling at how she managed to replicate not just the sound, but the “philosophy” of McConaughey’s speech.
A History of “The One” Connection
While the two stars shared the screen (vocally) in Sing and its 2021 sequel Sing 2, their partnership actually began years earlier in a much more glamorous setting.
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The Scorsese Link: In 2013, the pair starred in a stunning, noir-inspired short film titled Street of Dreams for Dolce & Gabbana, directed by the legendary Martin Scorsese.
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The Observation: Scarlett revealed that it was during these high-fashion shoots that she first began observing McConaughey’s unique mannerisms. She noted that whether he was wearing a tuxedo in Rome or recording lines for a koala, his “laid-back intensity” never wavered.
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The “Sing” Success: The Sing franchise has become a massive global success, with the first film grossing over $634 million worldwide. Scarlett’s character, Ash, became a fan favorite for her original song “Set It All Free,” which showcased Johansson’s real-life singing talents.
The 2025 Vocal Powerhouse
Scarlett’s observational skills have long been a “secret weapon” in her career. Beyond her McConaughey impression, she has received critical acclaim for her purely vocal roles:
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Her (2013): Scarlett played Samantha, an AI operating system. Despite never appearing on screen, she won the Best Actress award at the Rome Film Festival, a historic first for a voice-only performance.
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Jurassic World Rebirth (2025): As of late 2025, Scarlett has officially taken over the Jurassic franchise as Zora Bennett. Critics have praised her for bringing a “witty dynamic” and “layered depth” to the role, proving she is just as effective facing down a T-Rex as she is mimicking a Texan.
Today, Scarlett Johansson remains one of the few A-list stars who can move an audience to tears in a drama and then make a late-night host “howl” with a spot-on impression. As Seth Meyers noted, her Matthew McConaughey is so good, it’s practically a haunting.