Matt Damon

Date of Birth: October 8, 1970

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Matthew Paige Damon, commonly known as Matt Damon, is an acclaimed American actor, screenwriter, and philanthropist. Born on October 8, 1970, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Damon has become one of the most bankable stars in Hollywood. He first gained widespread recognition and acclaim for co-writing and starring in the 1997 film “Good Will Hunting,” which earned him and his childhood friend, Ben Affleck, the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Over his career, Damon has showcased his versatility in a variety of genres, from action-packed roles in the “Bourne” series to dramatic performances in films like “The Martian” and “Ford v Ferrari.” Damon’s career began with smaller roles in films such as “Mystic Pizza” and “School Ties,” but it was “Good Will Hunting” that catapulted him into stardom. Since then, he has received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor nomination for his role in “Invictus” and Golden Globe nominations for performances in “The Talented Mr. Ripley” and “The Informant!” Beyond acting, Damon is also known for his humanitarian efforts, co-founding the H2O Africa Foundation, which later merged with Water.org, an organization focused on providing access to clean water in developing countries.

5 Interesting Facts about Matt Damon

1. Matt Damon dropped out of Harvard University just 12 credits short of a degree to pursue his acting career.

2. He co-founded the production company LivePlanet with Ben Affleck, Chris Moore, and Sean Bailey.

3. Damon has appeared in multiple films directed by Steven Soderbergh, including the “Ocean’s” trilogy and “The Informant!”

4. He was named People magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” in 2007.

5. Damon is an avid poker player and has participated in the World Series of Poker.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Matt Damon

1. “Some people just see the glory and they don’t want to know about the story.”

2. “If anybody wanted to photograph my life, they’d get bored in a day.”

3. “I’m becoming far more Irish than I am, if that’s possible.”

4. “It’s just better to be yourself than to try to be some version of what you think the other person wants.”

5. “Success is not about how much money you have; it’s about the difference you make in people’s lives.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the height of his career, Matt Damon achieved a net worth of approximately $170 million.

Children

Matt Damon has four daughters with his wife, Luciana Barroso. Their names are Alexia (Barroso’s daughter from a previous marriage, whom Damon adopted), Isabella, Gia, and Stella.