Lost actor on why he walked away from Hollywood for years

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11 Mar 2026 • 12:04 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Matthew Fox has reflected on his decision to take an extended acting hiatus in 2015, following his role in the survival drama Lost and several films.
  • The actor, known for playing Jack Shephard, stepped away from his career to dedicate more time to his family, including his wife Margherita Ronchi and their two children.
  • Fox explained that he had missed parts of his children's upbringing due to his demanding schedule on Lost and other projects.
  • He made his return to acting in 2022 and 2023 with a miniseries and is now set to star in Taylor Sheridan’s new standalone series, The Madison.
  • The Madison, which premieres on Paramount+ on 14 March, is described as a standalone series exploring family ties across Montana and Manhattan, distinct from the Yellowstone universe.

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