Childhood and Education Journey of Matt Damon in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Matt Damon. From birth to education, explore key events.

Matt Damon is a highly successful American actor, film producer, and screenwriter. Recognized as one of Forbes's most bankable stars and among the highest-grossing actors, Damon has garnered numerous accolades. These include an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He has also received nominations for three British Academy Film Awards and seven Primetime Emmy Awards, highlighting his consistent achievements across film and television.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1969: Original True Grit Movie

In 2010, Damon starred in the Coen brothers' remake of the 1969 John Wayne-starring Western True Grit.

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1996: Affleck told Damon about Gwyneth Paltrow harassment by Weinstein

In 1996, Ben Affleck allegedly told Matt Damon that Gwyneth Paltrow was harassed by Harvey Weinstein. Damon thought "she had handled it" because they continued to work together.

1998: Eliminated from the 1998 WSOP

In 1998, Matt Damon was eliminated from the 1998 World Series of Poker (WSOP) by poker professional Doyle Brunson.

January 2003: Expressed support for gun control

In January 2003, Matt Damon expressed his support for gun control in an interview with the Sunday Herald stating, "I actually hate guns. They freak me out."

2003: Homophobic slur used in a movie of his

In 2003, according to Matt Damon, a homophobic slur was used as a line of dialogue in a movie of his.

September 2005: Engaged to Luciana Bozán

In September 2005, Matt Damon and Luciana Bozán became engaged.

December 9, 2005: Married Luciana Bozán

On December 9, 2005, Matt Damon married Luciana Bozán in a private civil ceremony at the Manhattan Marriage Bureau.

September 12, 2006: Matt Damon Stormed Off Jimmy Kimmel Live!

On September 12, 2006, during a planned skit on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Matt Damon stormed off after having his interview cut short, furthering a running gag on the show where Kimmel apologized for not being able to interview Damon.

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December 2006: Expressed concern about inequities of the Iraq War

In December 2006, Matt Damon, while discussing the Iraq War on Hardball with Chris Matthews, expressed concern about socioeconomic inequities regarding who is tasked with fighting wars.

2006: Birth of First Daughter

In 2006, Matt Damon and Luciana Bozán had their first daughter.

2008: Book Release of Playing the Enemy

In 2008, John Carlin released his book 'Playing the Enemy: Nelson Mandela and the Game That Changed a Nation', which later became the basis for the film Invictus, starring Matt Damon.

2008: Birth of Second Daughter

In 2008, Matt Damon and Luciana Bozán had their second daughter.

2008: Financial Crisis

In 2010, Damon narrated 'Inside Job,' a documentary about the effects of financial deregulation in the 2008 financial crisis.

2010: Birth of Third Daughter

In 2010, Matt Damon and Luciana Bozán had their third daughter.

2010: Competed in the 2010 World Series of Poker main event

In 2010, Matt Damon competed in several World Series of Poker (WSOP) events, including the 2010 World Series of Poker main event.

2012: Moved to Pacific Palisades

In 2012, Matt Damon and his wife Luciana moved to the Pacific Palisades neighborhood in Los Angeles.

2012: Hosted a fundraiser for Elizabeth Warren

In 2012, Matt Damon joined Ben Affleck and John Krasinski in hosting a fundraiser for Democratic Senate nominee Elizabeth Warren.

January 24, 2013: Matt Damon Took Over Jimmy Kimmel Live!

On January 24, 2013, Matt Damon took over Jimmy Kimmel's show and addressed the long-standing feud and having been bumped from years of shows. It involved celebrities who were previously involved in the "feud", including Robin Williams, Ben Affleck, and Sarah Silverman.

2016: Endorsed Hillary Clinton in the 2016 presidential election

In 2016, Matt Damon endorsed Hillary Clinton in the 2016 presidential election.

December 2017: Advocated "spectrum of behavior" analysis of sexual misconduct cases

In December 2017, Matt Damon advocated a "spectrum of behavior" analysis of sexual misconduct cases, noting that some are more serious than others. This comment offended prominent members of the Me Too movement.

December 2017: Comments about the Me Too movement

In December 2017, Matt Damon made a series of comments about the Me Too movement against sexual harassment and misconduct, sparking controversy.

January 17, 2018: Apologized for social commentary on The Today Show

On January 17, 2018, Matt Damon apologized on The Today Show for his social commentary regarding the Me Too movement, stating he "should get in the back seat and close my mouth for a while".

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March 2018: Announced adoption of inclusion rider agreement

In March 2018, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck announced they would adopt the inclusion rider agreement in all future production deals with Pearl Street Films.

2018: Bought Penthouse in Brooklyn Heights

In 2018, Matt Damon bought a luxury penthouse in New York City's Brooklyn Heights neighborhood for $16.5 million.

August 2021: Controversy over use of a homophobic slur

In August 2021, Matt Damon sparked controversy after saying he had only "months ago" stopped using a homophobic slur. He stated his daughter educated him on the dangers of the word. Damon denied using the slur personally and the word was used in a movie of his as recently as 2003.