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Matt Damon
- Full name: Matthew Porrello Damon
- Born: August 28, 1970
- Born in: Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Education: Milton Academy
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – Did not graduate
- Won an Academy Award for Best Actor for *Good Will Hunting*
- Starred in *The Bourne Identity*, *The Talented Mr. Ripley*, *Ocean's Eleven*, *The Martian*, and numerous other films.
- He is a producer on many of his films through his production company, Columbia Pictures.
- He has a brother, actor Casey Affleck.
- He has been married three times: Luciana Damon (1997-2001), Luciana Shinokor (2009-2010), and Marion Downey (2010-present)
- He is a keen surfer.
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Career
- Matt Damon made his film debut in the 1987 film *The Luck of the Irish*.
- He starred in *Designated Survivor* (1986) alongside Dennis Quaid.
- Damon earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance in *Good Will Hunting* (1997).
- He won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for *Good Will Hunting* (1997).
- Damon starred in *The Talented Mr. Ripley* (1999), directed by Anthony Minghella.
- He played Jason Bourne in *The Bourne Identity* (2002) and *The Bourne Supremacy* (2004).
- Damon starred in *Invictus* (2009), alongside Nelson Mandela.
- He played Mark Schultz in *Contraband* (2011).
- Damon portrayed Lonnie Smoot in *The Adjustment Bureau* (2011).
- He played a lead role in *The Martian* (2015).
- Damon starred in *Suburbicon* (2017) directed by Joel and Ethan Coen.
- He appeared in *Ford v Ferrari* (2019) alongside Leonardo DiCaprio.
- Damon starred in *Stillwater* (2021).
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Actor
- Matt Damon made his film debut in the 1991 film *Kindergarten Cop*.
- He starred in *Good Will Hunting* (1997), which earned him an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
- Damon received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role in *The Talented Mr. Ripley* (1999).
- He starred as Jason Bourne in *The Bourne Identity* (2002) and its sequels, *The Bourne Supremacy* (2004) and *The Bourne Ultimatum* (2007).
- He played Mark Watney in the *Bourne Ultimatum* and *Escape Plan* (2012).
- Damon starred as Russell Crowe in *Contagion* (2011).
- He portrayed Gordon Shepherd in *Shutter Island* (2010).
- He played a senior government offical in *Suburbicon* (2017).
- Damon played Leonardo DiCaprio's character in *The Departed* (2006).
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Producer
Here are some interesting facts about producer Matt Damon :
- Matt Damon won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay along with Ben Affleck for the movie "Good Will Hunting" in 1997.
- He co-founded the production company Pearl Street Films in 2012.
- Matt Damon has served as a producer on several successful films including "Manchester by the Sea" and "Jason Bourne".
- He has been involved in various philanthropic efforts including founding the H2O Africa Foundation.
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Screenwriter
- Matt Damon has co-written several films with his longtime friend Ben Affleck, including the critically acclaimed "Good Will Hunting."
- He received an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for "Good Will Hunting" (1997).
- Matt Damon also co-wrote the screenplay for "Manchester by the Sea" (2016), which received multiple Academy Award nominations.
- His work as a screenwriter has contributed to his reputation as a versatile and talented actor in Hollywood.
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Personal Life
- Matt Damon is married to Luciana Barroso, whom he met while filming the movie "Stuck on You" in 2003.
- He has four daughters with Luciana: Alexia, Isabella, Gia, and Stella.
- Matt Damon is a licensed private pilot and owns a private aircraft.
- He is a co-founder of the production company Pearl Street Films.
- Matt Damon is actively involved in various charitable causes, including his work with Water.org to provide clean water and sanitation to communities in need.
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Family
- Matt Damon was born in Lowells, Massachusetts, on August 28, 1970.
- His father, Kyle Damon, is a former Major in the United States Marine Corps.
- His mother, Luciane Barroso Damon, is a Brazilian model and translator.
- He has three siblings: actress Zoe Damon, actor Alex Damon, and work-from-home mom Katie Damon.
- Matt Damon has been married to Luciana Damon since July 25, 2009.
- They have three children: Isabella Ridley Damon, Alexander David Damon, and Winston Damon.
- Matt Damon is known for his close relationship with his family, often involving them in his career activities.
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Mother: Nancy Carlsson-Paige
- Matt Damon's mother is Nancy Carlsson-Paige.
- Nancy Carlsson-Paige is a professor of psychology at Teachers College, Columbia University.
- She studies the psychology of childhood and the impact of popular culture on children.
- She has written extensively about the influence of media on young people.
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Relationships
- Matt Damon married Luciana Bozán Barroso in 2005.
- They have three daughters together named Alexia, Isabella, and Gia.
- Matt Damon maintains a close friendship with fellow actor Ben Affleck since childhood.
- He has often referred to Affleck as his "hetero life mate."
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Partner: Luciana Barroso
- Luciana Barroso is a former air hostess from Argentina.
- She met Matt Damon in 2003 while he was filming in Miami.
- Luciana and Matt Damon got married in a private ceremony in 2005.
- She is the stepmother to Matt Damon's daughter, Alexia, from his previous relationship.
- Luciana and Matt have three daughters together - Isabella, Gia, and Stella.
- Despite being married to a Hollywood star, Luciana prefers to keep a low profile and stay out of the spotlight.
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Children
- Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso have 4 children together.
- Their daughters are named Isabella, Gia, and Stella.
- They also have a daughter named Alexia from Luciana's previous marriage.
- The family resides in Los Angeles.
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Alexia Barroso
- Alexia Barroso is the eldest daughter of actor Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso.
- She was born on June 11, 1998.
- Alexia has three younger sisters including Isabella, Gia Zavala, and Stella Zavala.
- Despite her parents' fame, Alexia leads a relatively private life away from the spotlight.
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Gia Zavala Damon
- Gia Zavala Damon is the daughter of actor Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso.
- She was born on August 20, 2008.
- Gia has three siblings: Isabella, Stella, and Alexia, who are her half-sisters from her father's previous relationship.
- Despite being born into a famous family, Gia has mostly been kept out of the public eye by her parents.
- She enjoys spending time with her family and has been spotted on various family outings and vacations.
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Isabella Damon
- Isabella Damon is the daughter of actor Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso.
- She was born on June 11, 2006.
- Isabella has three siblings: Alexia, Stella, and Gia.
- Her father, Matt Damon, is a well-known Hollywood actor who has starred in various successful films including the Bourne series and Good Will Hunting.
- Isabella Damon's family is known for their privacy and avoiding the spotlight as much as possible.
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Stella Damon
- Stella Damon is the daughter of actor Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso.
- She was born on October 20, 2005.
- Stella is the youngest of Matt Damon's children and has three older sisters.
- She is often spotted accompanying her parents to various events and outings.
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Siblings
- Matt Damon has one brother named Kyle Damon.
- His brother Kyle is a sculptor and artist.
- Matt and Kyle Damon often attend events together and support each other's work.
- Despite being in the spotlight, Matt values his family's privacy and tries to keep them out of the public eye.
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Kyle Damon
- Kyle Damon is one of Matt Damon's siblings.
- He is a part of the Damon family.
- Kyle Damon is related to the famous actor Matt Damon.
- He shares a family connection with Matt Damon in the Personal Life category.
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Life Events
- Matt Damon was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts on August 28, 1970.
- He was raised by his single mother, Kristopher "Kit" Damon, a professor of English at Lafayette College.
- Damon attended Newbury College (now Art Institute of Boston) where he studied film.
- He briefly attended Georgetown University but dropped out to pursue acting.
- In 1994, Damon co-founded the production company Waterfalls Entertainment with Ben Foster.
- He married Luciana Damon in 2009.
- They have three children: Isabella, Alexander, and Winston.
- Damon is a passionate advocate for environmental conservation.
- He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017.
- He was awarded the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for *The Departed* (2006).
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Date of Birth: October 8, 1970
- Matt Damon was born on October 8, 1970.
- He was born in East Ham, London, England.
- His father, Kyle Damon, was a marine.
- Matt Damon attended Newbury College and Harvard University.
- He has three children: Isabella, Alexander, and Winston.
- He is married to Luciana Damon since 2009.
- He served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve.
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Place of Birth: Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- Cambridge, Massachusetts is a historic city known for its prestigious universities, including Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
- Many notable individuals have been born in Cambridge, including actor and filmmaker Matt Damon.
- Cambridge is located just across the Charles River from Boston, making it a vibrant and cultural hub in the Greater Boston area.
- The city is known for its diverse neighborhoods, arts and music scene, and innovative technology companies.
- Cambridge has a rich history dating back to the 17th century, and is home to numerous landmarks and historic sites.