- Born: October 8, 1970
- Birthplace: Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Screenwriter
- Height: 5’10” (178 cm)
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Education: Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, Harvard University (did not graduate)
- Nationality: American
- Awards: Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, among others
Net Worth:
As of 2021, Matt Damon’s estimated net worth is around $170 million.
Career:
Overview
Matt Damon is a renowned American actor, producer, and screenwriter. He gained recognition with the film “Good Will Hunting” (1997), which he co-wrote and starred in alongside his friend Ben Affleck. Since then, Damon has appeared in numerous successful films and is considered one of the most bankable actors in Hollywood.
Milestones and Achievements
- Co-wrote and starred in “Good Will Hunting” (1997), which won two Academy Awards, including Best Original Screenplay.
- Played the lead role in the commercially successful “Bourne” film series.
- Starred in critically acclaimed films such as “Saving Private Ryan” (1998), “The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999), and “The Departed” (2006).
- Co-founded the production company Pearl Street Films with Ben Affleck.
- Received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career, including Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and BAFTA Awards.
Personal Life:
Relationships
Matt Damon has been married to Argentine-born Luciana Barroso since 2005. The couple has three daughters together, and Damon is also a stepfather to Barroso’s daughter from her previous marriage.
Family
Damon was born to Kent Telfer Damon, a stockbroker, and Nancy Carlsson-Paige, an early childhood education professor. He has one brother, Kyle Damon, who is a sculptor and artist.
Trivia and Lesser-Known Facts:
- Matt Damon was a college roommate of actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck.
- He dropped out of Harvard University to pursue his acting career, just 12 credits shy of completing his degree.
- Damon and Affleck wrote “Good Will Hunting” as a response to their frustration with the lack of substantial roles available for young actors.
- He is a co-founder of the clean water organization Water.org.
Social Media Links:
Matt Damon is not active on social media platforms. However, you can follow fan pages dedicated to him for updates on his work and life.
