Matt Damon Biography

Matthew Paige Damon, widely known as Matt Damon, is a versatile figure in the entertainment industry, excelling as an actor, filmmaker, voice actor, and screenwriter.

Matt Damon Height, Weight, Wife, Age, Biography & More

Born on October 8, 1970, Damon rose to prominence with his breakthrough role in “Good Will Hunting” in 1997, which he co-wrote with Ben Affleck and earned an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. His portrayal of Jason Bourne in the “Bourne” film series further solidified his status as a Hollywood A-lister.

Early Life

Matt Damon spent his early years in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S. He attended the Cambridge Alternative School for his education before briefly pursuing studies at Harvard University. Damon’s upbringing in a diverse household shaped his worldview and laid the foundation for his future success in the entertainment industry.

Education

Matt Damon’s hometown is Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S. He attended Cambridge Alternative School for his schooling. Although he initially attended Harvard University, he later dropped out.

Age

Matt Damon was born on October 8, 1970, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., under the zodiac sign of Libra. As of now, he is 54 years old and holds American nationality.

Physical Stats

Matt Damon stands at 178 cm (5’10”) tall and weighs approximately 84 kg (185 lbs), with body measurements of Chest: 43 inches, Waist: 32 inches, and Biceps: 15 inches. He has captivating blue eyes and brown hair.

Girlfriend

Matt Damon has been involved in various relationships over the years. His past girlfriends include Skylar Satenstein (1989), Minnie Driver (1996-97), Claire Danes (1997), Winona Ryder (1997-2000), Kara Sands (2000), Odessa Whitmire (2001-2003), and Rhona Mitra (2003). However, since 2003, he has been happily married to Luciana Damon.

Wife and Daughter

Matt Damon has been married to Luciana Bozán Barroso since 2005, and they are currently in a blissful marital relationship. Together, they have a daughter named Isabella Damon.

Family

Matt Damon’s family includes his father, Kent Telfer Damon, who worked as a stockbroker, and his mother, Nancy Carlsson-Paige, who was an early childhood education professor at Lesley University. He has a brother named Kyle, who is an accomplished sculptor and artist. The family follows the Roman Catholic religion and has a diverse ethnicity, including Scottish, Finnish, and English heritage.

Matt Damon with his father Kent Telfer Damon

Matt Damon with his Mother Nancy Carlsson-Paige

Matt Damon with his Brother Kyle

Matt Damon with his Wife Luciana Bozán Barroso

Matt Damon with his Daughter Isabella Damon

Career

Matt Damon’s career is marked by his remarkable versatility as an actor, filmmaker, and screenwriter. He gained widespread acclaim for his breakthrough role in “Good Will Hunting” (1997), which he co-wrote with Ben Affleck and earned an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.

Damon’s portrayal of Jason Bourne in the “Bourne” film series further solidified his status as a Hollywood A-lister. Throughout his illustrious career, he has delivered memorable performances in a wide range of genres, showcasing his talent and versatility on both the big screen and in television. Additionally, Damon has ventured into filmmaking and voice acting, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.

Film List

Television

Net Worth

Matt Damon’s net worth is estimated to be around $75 million.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Matt Damon

• Matt’s parents got divorced when he was only two. Matt and his brother came back to Cambridge with his mother, where they lived in a six-family communal house.
• Matt was raised in “by the book” child-rearing, and Matt could never profoundly find his self-identity. He went to an Alternative School – where he was a good student but had a terrifying first two years because of his short stature.
• Damon did theater at school and has great respect for his teacher Gerry Speca, although Ben Affleck, his schoolmate, gets a lot of credit and speeches!
• Forbes magazine ranked him as the most bankable and one of the highest-engrossing stars of all time.
• Matt has been decorated with several awards including the ultimate Academy Award from four nominations and two Golden Globe Awards. He’s been nominated for two British Academy Film Awards and five Emmy Awards.
• Matt Damon not only acted in Good Will Hunting but also wrote it, starring alongside with Ben Affleck. The movie won them an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for screenplay and earned Matt Damon a nomination for Best Actor.
• Damon owns two production companies with Affleck – Pearl Street Films, a Warner Bros.-based production company, and Live Planet.
• Damon is involved in charitable work with ONE Campaign, H2O Africa Foundation, Feeding America, and Water.org.
• Academy Award for the script of Good Will Hunting was handed over to him by Harvard Alumnus Jack Lemmon.
• His character “Patricia Highsmith” in The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999), Variety magazine described his performance as “Damon outstandingly conveys his character’s slide from innocent enthusiasm into cold calculation”
• Matt Daymon has been awarded the honor of receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2007.
• Does Matt Damon smoke? – No
• Does Matt Damon drink? – Yes

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