Matt Damon's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Matt Damon.

Matt Damon is a highly successful American actor, film producer, and screenwriter. Recognized as one of Forbes' most bankable stars, he's also among the highest-grossing actors of all time. His accolades include an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards, alongside multiple nominations for British Academy Film Awards and Primetime Emmy Awards, marking him as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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

1997: Good Will Hunting Success

In 1997, Good Will Hunting, written and starred in by Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, was released, earning critical praise and multiple Academy Award nominations. Damon and Affleck won the Oscar and Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay.

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1997: Success with Good Will Hunting

In 1997, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck gained prominence after writing and starring in Good Will Hunting, for which they won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and the Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay. He also acted in The Rainmaker in 1997.

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2004: Emmy Nomination for Project Greenlight

In 2004, Project Greenlight, produced by Matt Damon, was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program.

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July 25, 2007: Received star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

On July 25, 2007, Matt Damon received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, becoming the 2,343rd person to receive the honor.

August 2007: Most Bankable Star

In August 2007, Forbes declared Matt Damon the most bankable star among actors reviewed, with his last three films averaging US$29 at the box office for every dollar he earned.

2007: Forbes' Most Bankable Stars

In 2007, Matt Damon was ranked among Forbes' most bankable stars.

2010: Ranked as Highest-Grossing Actor

In 2010, Matt Damon was ranked as one of the highest-grossing actors of all time, placing 37th.

2011: Emmy Nomination for 30 Rock

In 2011, Matt Damon was Emmy-nominated for his guest role in 30 Rock.

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2013: HBO Biopic Behind the Candelabra

In 2013, Matt Damon portrayed Scott Thorson in the HBO biopic Behind the Candelabra, receiving a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.

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2013: Harvard Arts Medal

In 2013, Matt Damon was awarded the Harvard Arts Medal.

2015: Golden Globe for The Martian

In 2015, Matt Damon received a nomination for an Academy Award and won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for his performance as an astronaut in The Martian.

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