Ben Affleck is an accomplished American actor and filmmaker, recognized with multiple prestigious awards, including two Academy Awards and two BAFTAs. He embarked on his acting journey as a child, featuring in the PBS series "The Voyage of the Mimi." He gained further recognition through roles in independent films like "Dazed and Confused" and collaborations with Kevin Smith in comedies such as "Chasing Amy."
On August 15, 1972, Benjamin Géza Affleck was born. He would become an American actor and filmmaker with numerous accolades.
In 1979, the Iran hostage crisis happened and was used as a plot for the movie "Argo" which was released in 2012.
In 1981, at the age of seven, Ben Affleck first appeared in an independent film, "The Dark End of the Street", directed by a family friend.
In 1984, Ben Affleck began his career as a child actor, starring in the PBS educational series "The Voyage of the Mimi".
In 1986, Ben Affleck appeared in the ABC after school special "Wanted: A Perfect Man".
In 1987, Ben Affleck appeared in the television film "Hands of a Stranger".
In 1988, Ben Affleck continued his role in the PBS educational series "The Voyage of the Mimi".
In 1988, Ben Affleck starred in "The Second Voyage of the Mimi", produced for sixth-grade science classes.
In 1991, Ben Affleck played Patrick Duffy's son in the television film "Daddy".
In 1992, Ben Affleck made an uncredited appearance as a basketball player in the "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" film and had a supporting role in "School Ties".
In 1992, Ben Affleck registered to vote as a Democrat, marking his formal affiliation with the Democratic Party.
In 1992, Matt Damon wrote a 40-page script for a playwriting class at Harvard University which would later become the screenplay for "Good Will Hunting". He asked Ben Affleck to act out the scenes with him.
In 1993, Ben Affleck appeared in the independent comedy film "Dazed and Confused".
In 1993, Ben Affleck played a high school quarterback in the NBC television series "Against the Grain", and also played a high school bully in Richard Linklater's film "Dazed and Confused".
In 1994, Ben Affleck played a steroid-abusing high school football player in "Body to Die For: The Aaron Henry Story".
In 1994, when Affleck was 22 years old, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon sold the screenplay for "Good Will Hunting" to Castle Rock.
In 1995, Ben Affleck's first starring film role was in the college drama "Glory Daze", and he also played a bully in Kevin Smith's comedy "Mallrats".
In 1997, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for writing "Good Will Hunting", in which they also starred. This marked a significant achievement in their careers.
In 1997, Ben Affleck appeared in several Kevin Smith comedies, including "Chasing Amy".
In 1997, Ben Affleck starred in "Chasing Amy" and "Going All the Way". "Chasing Amy" was his breakthrough movie.
In 1997, Ben Affleck won the Golden Globe and the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Good Will Hunting, which he co-wrote with Matt Damon. Affleck remains the youngest person to ever win a Best Original Screenplay Oscar, at 25 years old.
In 1997, Rose McGowan claimed she met Affleck after allegedly being sexually assaulted by Harvey Weinstein during the Sundance Film Festival, and told him about it. In response to allegations against Weinstein in 2017, Affleck pledged to donate future profits from Miramax films. McGowan criticized Affleck's response.
In 1998, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon set up Pearl Street Films, named after the street that ran between their childhood homes.
In 1998, Ben Affleck established himself as a leading man in studio films, including the disaster film "Armageddon".
In 1998, the release of "Armageddon" established Ben Affleck as a viable leading man for Hollywood studio films.
Later in 1998, Ben Affleck had a supporting role in "Shakespeare in Love" and also appeared as a small-town sheriff in the film "Phantoms".
While filming Forces of Nature in 1998, Ben Affleck befriended Joe Kindregan, a ten-year-old with ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T), and his family.
In 1999, Ben Affleck appeared in "Dogma", "Forces of Nature", and "200 Cigarettes".
In 1999, Ben Affleck, a longtime comic book fan, wrote the foreword for Kevin Smith's "Guardian Devil" about his love for the character of Daredevil.
In 2000, Ben Affleck spoke at a rally at Harvard University in support of an increased living wage for all workers on campus.
In 2000, Ben Affleck starred in "Reindeer Games", "Boiler Room", "Joseph: King of Dreams" (voice), and "Bounce".
In 2000, Ben Affleck starred in the action crime thriller "Reindeer Games".
In 2000, LivePlanet was co-founded by Ben Affleck, Sean Bailey and Chris Moore.
In a 2000 interview, Ben Affleck stated that he believes "very strongly in a woman's right to choose", expressing his pro-choice stance.
In the final weeks of the 2000 presidential campaign, Ben Affleck supported Al Gore, attending rallies in California, Pennsylvania, and Florida. However, Affleck was unable to vote due to a registration issue in New York City.
In 2001, Ben Affleck and Joe Kindregan testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health & Human Services, and Education, advocating for stem-cell research and increased funding for the National Institutes of Health.
In 2001, Ben Affleck reunited with director Michael Bay for "Pearl Harbor" and parodied "Good Will Hunting" in Kevin Smith's "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back".
In 2002, "Project Greenlight" was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program, and Affleck and his partners signed a film production deal with Disney.
In 2002, Ben Affleck appeared at a press conference with New York Senator Chuck Schumer in support of a proposed Anti-Nuclear Terrorism Prevention Act.
In 2002, Ben Affleck appeared in the thriller "The Sum of All Fears".
In 2002, Ben Affleck narrated the documentary Occupation, which was about a sit-in organized by the Harvard Living Wage Campaign.
In 2002, Ben Affleck portrayed Jack Ryan in "The Sum of All Fears" and starred in the thriller "Changing Lanes".
Ben Affleck first mentioned his intention to adapt the story of "Gone Baby Gone", based on the book by Dennis Lehane, in 2003. The movie was finally released in 2007.
In 2003, Ben Affleck criticized the "questionable and aggressive" use of the Patriot Act and the resulting "encroachments on civil liberties".
In 2003, Ben Affleck starred in "Daredevil" as the titular blind superhero, a role he later regretted. He also appeared in the critically panned romantic comedy "Gigli" alongside Jennifer Lopez and the sci-fi thriller "Paycheck" as a reverse engineer. Critics generally gave negative reviews.
In 2003, Ben Affleck was the subject of increased media attention because of his relationship with Jennifer Lopez, leading to him being considered the "world's most over-exposed actor" by GQ.
In 2003, Hilarie Burton stated that Ben Affleck "wraps his arm around me, and comes over and tweaks my left boob" during an on-air appearance on TRL Uncensored. Affleck responded on Twitter: "I acted inappropriately toward Ms. Burton and I sincerely apologize."
Ben Affleck was actively involved in John Kerry's 2004 presidential campaign. He spoke to many delegations, appeared on political discussion shows, attended fundraising events, took part in a voter registration public service announcement, and traveled with Kerry during the opening weekend of his Believe in America Tour.
In 2004, "Project Greenlight" was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program.
In 2004, Ben Affleck and Senator Ted Kennedy held a press conference on Capitol Hill, pushing for an increase in the minimum wage.
In 2004, Ben Affleck expressed his long-time support for legalizing gay marriage. Also that year, he remarked that it was "outrageous and offensive" to suggest members of the transgender community were not entitled to equal rights.
In 2004, Ben Affleck expressed support for the Second Amendment, indicating his belief in the right to bear arms.
In 2004, Ben Affleck starred in "Jersey Girl" and "Surviving Christmas", receiving poor critical notices. Negative press coverage affected him, leading him to take a career break. The Los Angeles Times published a piece on the downfall of Affleck's career.
In 2005, "Project Greenlight" was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program.
In 2005, Ben Affleck appeared alongside his gay cousin in a Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) print advertising campaign, showing his support for LGBTQ+ rights.
After a career downturn, in 2006 Ben Affleck made a comeback by portraying George Reeves in the biopic "Hollywoodland", winning the Volpi Cup for Best Actor.
In 2006, Ben Affleck appeared alongside then-Senator Barack Obama at a rally in support of Proposition 87, which sought to reduce petroleum consumption in favor of alternative energy.
In 2006, Ben Affleck had a career comeback with his performance in "Hollywoodland" as George Reeves. He also made a cameo in Clerks II, starred in Man About Town, and had a minor role in Smokin' Aces.
In 2006, Ben Affleck received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in Hollywoodland.
The making of Clerks II occurred in 2006. Ben Affleck had little contact with Kevin Smith after making this movie. Then later in 2019, Affleck made a cameo appearance in Jay and Silent Bob Reboot.
In 2007, Ben Affleck appeared in a global warming awareness video produced by the Center for American Progress Action Fund. Also that year, Affleck admitted he was not "particularly good at being green".
In 2007, Ben Affleck filmed a public service announcement for Divided We Fail, a nonpartisan AARP campaign seeking affordable, quality healthcare for all Americans.
In 2007, Ben Affleck made his directorial debut with "Gone Baby Gone", which he also co-wrote and which was well received.
In 2007, Ben Affleck made his feature film directorial debut with "Gone Baby Gone", a crime drama set in Boston. He also co-wrote the screenplay with Aaron Stockard, based on the book by Dennis Lehane.
In 2007, Ben Affleck spoke at a press conference at Boston's City Hall in support of SEIU's unionization efforts for the city's low-paid hospital workers.
In 2007, Ben Affleck was the keynote speaker at Joe Kindregan's high school graduation ceremony in Fairfax, Virginia, highlighting their friendship and his support for A-T research.
In 2007, the film production deal between Affleck and his partners with Disney expired.
In 2008, Ben Affleck expressed concern about conspiracy theories claiming that Barack Obama was an Arab or a Muslim, criticizing the acceptance of these claims as slurs.
In 2008, Ben Affleck made an appearance at a Denver food bank to support their initiatives in addressing food insecurity.
In 2008, Ben Affleck voiced his support for the picketers during the Writers' Strike, advocating for fair treatment and compensation for writers.
The 2008 financial crisis served as the backdrop for the movie "The Company Men" released in 2010, in which Ben Affleck starred.
In 2009, Ben Affleck acted in three films: the romantic comedy "He's Just Not That Into You", the political thriller "State of Play", and the comedy film "Extract". His chemistry with Jennifer Aniston was praised in "He's Just Not That Into You".
In 2009, Ben Affleck filmed public service announcements for Paralyzed Veterans of America.
In 2009, Ben Affleck spoke at a Feeding America rally in Washington D.C., advocating for increased efforts to fight hunger and food insecurity.
In 2009, a reporter for The Washington Post overheard Ben Affleck denouncing the Israeli invasion of Gaza at a Washington party. Steven Clemons noted that Affleck listened to alternative viewpoints and presented reasoned arguments.
In 2010, Ben Affleck and Whitney Williams co-founded the nonprofit organization Eastern Congo Initiative (ECI), which acts as a grant maker for Congolese-led, community-based charities. The organization offers training and resources to cooperatives of Congolese farmers and aims to raise public awareness and drive policy change in the United States.
In 2010, Ben Affleck directed and starred in "The Town", adapted from Chuck Hogan's novel. The film was a box office hit. Affleck and Matt Damon's production company, Pearl Street Films, also signed a first-look producing deal at Warner Bros.
In 2010, Ben Affleck directed and starred in the crime drama "The Town", which was a critical and commercial success.
In 2010, Ben Affleck filmed a public service announcement for Feeding America, aiming to raise awareness about hunger and encourage support for the organization.
In 2010, Ben Affleck starred in "The Company Men" as a sales executive made redundant during the 2008 financial crisis. His performance was considered one of his best.
In 2011, Ben Affleck and Ellen DeGeneres launched Feeding America's Small Change Campaign to support the organization's efforts in addressing food insecurity.
In 2012, Ben Affleck directed and starred in "Argo", a film about the 1979 Iran hostage crisis. The film received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Picture.
In 2012, Ben Affleck directed and starred in the political thriller "Argo", which was a critical and commercial success, winning him the BAFTA Award for Best Director, and the BAFTA and Academy Award for Best Picture.
In 2012, Ben Affleck praised Senator John McCain's leadership in defending Huma Abedin against anti-Muslim attacks, highlighting the importance of standing against prejudice.
In 2012, Ben Affleck said that he owned several guns, both for skeet shooting and for the protection of his family.
In 2012, Ben Affleck supported the Draw the Line campaign, describing reproductive rights as fundamental and advocating for women's reproductive health.
In 2012, Joe Kindregan appeared as an extra in the movie Argo, which was directed by Ben Affleck.
In 2013, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner matched donations made to the A-T Children's Project in celebration of Joe Kindregan's 25th birthday and their 15 years of friendship with him and his family.
In 2013, Ben Affleck played a romantic lead in Terrence Malick's experimental drama "To the Wonder". He also starred in the thriller "Runner Runner" as a poker boss.
In 2014, Annamarie Tendler accused Affleck of grabbing her ass at a Golden Globes party.
In 2014, Ben Affleck appeared on the PBS genealogy series Finding Your Roots and learned that an ancestor had been a slave owner in Georgia, which made him uncomfortable.
In 2014, Ben Affleck described the movie "Daredevil", released in 2003, as the only film he regretted making.
In 2014, Ben Affleck engaged in a widely-shared discussion about the relationship between liberal principles and Islam during an appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher.
In 2014, Ben Affleck filmed public service announcements for Paralyzed Veterans of America.
In 2014, Ben Affleck named "a 1966 Chevelle" as his guilty pleasure, during a conversation about environmental issues.
In 2014, Ben Affleck starred in David Fincher's psychological thriller "Gone Girl" as a husband accused of murder. His performance was highly praised.
In 2014, Ben Affleck starred in the psychological thriller "Gone Girl".
In 2015, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's Project Greenlight was resurrected by HBO for one season.
In 2015, leaked emails from the Sony email hacking scandal revealed that Ben Affleck felt uncomfortable about a segment of Finding Your Roots after filming, which was ultimately not included in the final broadcast. An investigation concluded that Affleck had exerted "improper influence" over the editorial process.
Joe Kindregan, who had Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T), a friend of Ben Affleck, died in 2015.
In October 2016, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon made a one-off stage appearance for a live reading of the Good Will Hunting screenplay at New York's Skirball Theater.
In 2016, Ben Affleck filmed an endorsement for Rezpect Our Water, an online petition to stop construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline.
In 2016, Ben Affleck played the superhero Batman in the DC Extended Universe and starred in the thriller "The Accountant".
During the MeToo movement in 2017, Ben Affleck was accused by two women of inappropriate behavior. These accusations and his response sparked controversy.
In 2017, amidst an alcoholism relapse, Ben Affleck did not work. He stepped down as director, writer, and star of "The Batman", citing a lack of passion for the story.
In 2017, the superhero film "Justice League", in which Ben Affleck returned as Batman, was released. However, Affleck later described it as a "difficult" on-set experience due to various issues.
In a 2017 Guardian interview, Ben Affleck reflected on the viral moment from his 2014 appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher, stating that no one should be stereotyped based on race or religion.
During the pre-production of the movie The Way Back in 2018, Ben Affleck relapsed. The movie was shot shortly after he left rehab, with Affleck agreeing to put his salary in escrow and being accompanied to set by a sober coach.
In mid-2018, the movie "The Last Thing He Wanted", in which Ben Affleck played a supporting role, was filmed. It was released in 2020 and received negative reviews.
In 2019, "Triple Frontier" was released after filming was postponed to accommodate Ben Affleck's treatment for health issues. Affleck also made a cameo in "Jay and Silent Bob Reboot".
In 2019, Ben Affleck expressed his support for Rose McGowan and her tenacity.
In 2020, Ben Affleck played a supporting role in Dee Rees's political thriller "The Last Thing He Wanted". The Netflix movie received negative reviews.
In 2020, Ben Affleck said trips to gun ranges as a young adult made him "uncomfortable to remember ... given the subsequent tragedies with young people and guns."
In 2020, Ben Affleck starred as a recovering alcoholic in the sports drama, The Way Back. The movie's themes resonated with Affleck, who had relapsed during pre-production in 2018. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, cinemas closed, and Warner Bros. made the movie available on demand earlier than scheduled. Affleck received a Best Actor nomination at the 2021 Critics' Choice Awards for his performance.
In 2020, Ben Affleck starred in the sports drama "The Way Back".
In 2020, Rose McGowan clarified her previous comments regarding Ben Affleck's involvement in the Harvey Weinstein situation, stating that it was more about illustrating the culture of everyone knowing and being part of it.
In 2021, Ben Affleck had supporting roles in the dramas "The Last Duel" and "The Tender Bar".
In 2021, Ben Affleck had supporting roles in two movies: The Last Duel, where he played Peter II, Count of Alençon, and co-wrote the screenplay, and The Tender Bar, where he played a substitute father figure. For The Tender Bar, Affleck was nominated for the Golden Globe Award and Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Supporting Actor.
In 2021, Ben Affleck received a Best Actor nomination at the Critics' Choice Awards for his role in The Way Back. Also in 2021, Zack Snyder's director's cut of Justice League featured a newly filmed scene with Affleck.
In 2021, Ben Affleck received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in The Tender Bar.
In 2022, Ben Affleck starred alongside Ana de Armas in the thriller Deep Water, an adaptation of Patricia Highsmith's novel, released on Hulu. Affleck also made a cameo appearance in Clerks III that year.
In 2023, Ben Affleck had supporting roles in the drama "Air", which he also directed.
In 2023, Ben Affleck signed the Artists4Ceasefire open letter calling for a ceasefire during the Israeli bombardment of Gaza.
In 2023, Ben Affleck's fifth directorial project, Air, premiered, starring Matt Damon and Viola Davis, with Affleck playing Phil Knight. It marked the first release from Artists Equity. Also in 2023, Affleck starred in Hypnotic and made a cameo appearance as Batman in The Flash.
In 2025, Ben Affleck is slated to star in the action thriller, The Accountant 2. Additionally, he has two Netflix films in post-production: Animals and The Rip.
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