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Matt Damon is an American actor and screenwriter. He is known for his frequent collaborations with Ben Affleck as well as for playing "Jason Bourne" in the Bourne film series.
Damon visited with Zimbabwean refugees in Musina, a South African border town, on March 3, 2009. Damon's visit was part of humanitarian mission for the Not on Our Watch advocacy group he founded with fellow actors George Clooney, Brad Pitt and Don Cheadle.E Online: Matt Damon Meet with African... (March 3, 2009)
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Fast Facts:
- Born: October 8, 1970
- 1996: Won Best Screenplay Oscar for Good Will Hunting with friend Ben Affleck
- Full name: Matthew Paige Damon
- Notable role: Jason Bourne in the Bourne film series
- 2005: Married Luciana Barroso
- 2006: Daughter Isabella born
- Damon and wife Luciana Barroso welcomed a new daughter, Gia Zavala, into the world in August 2008.
- First role: His first film role came in 1988 when he was eighteen, with a single line of dialogue in the romantic comedy Mystic Pizza
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A 4th Bourne Film!
He recently told Parade Magazine, "We're working on it. This time it would be from an original script rather than a book by Robert Ludlum. But the director, Paul Greengrass, is busy and I am too, so we'll see what happens."Citation - http://www.icelebz.com/movies/news/matt_damon_working_on_4th_bourne_film/
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Upcoming Works
Untitled Jason Bourne Project (2011) (announced) .... Jason BourneThe Adjustment Bureau (2010) (pre-production)
Invictus (2009) (post-production) .... Francois Pienaar
Green Zone (2009) (completed) .... Roy Miller
The Informant (2009) (completed) .... Mark Whitacre
Margaret (2009) (completed) .... Mr. Aaron
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Life and Career
Matt Damon's parents divorced when he was 2, and their mother moved the family from Newton, Massachusetts to Cambridge, Massachusetts. From an early age Damon showed an interest in acting, which he shared with neighbor and best friend, Ben Affleck.He attended Harvard University for 3 years but dropped out to pursue more acting opportunities. Despite featuring in a number of films, Damon only got his big break when he starred in Good Will Hunting, which he co-wrote with Ben Affleck. The movie catapulted Damon into the spotlight, earning him an Oscar for best screenplay and an Oscar nomination for best actor in a leading role.
Since then Damon has been known to take on roles which showcase his range as an actor, and his most recent commercial success has been for his portrayal of Jason Bourne in the Bourne film series. He also stars in the blockbuster Ocean's Eleven Films alongside George Clooney and Brad Pitt. The success of these two film series have led to him being one of the most bankable stars in Hollywood.
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View All Matt Damon Questions (88) | Ask a QuestionWhat was Matt Damon's First Acting Job? (2 Answers)According to wikipedia: --Qoute--- His first film role came in 1988 when he was eighteen, with a single line of dialogue in the romantic comedy Mystic Pizza --End Qoute-- read moreWho is the most dominating actor in Hollywood, according to you? (9 Answers)I would consider dominating to imply not just money made but also influence. From the list, George Clooney not only is a top-notch, lauded actor, director, etc. but is also ... read moreaccording to you which actor is better and why leonardo di caprio or matt damon???? (2 Answers)Leonardo Di Caprio is better because he has the same birthday as I do, 11/11! At least I'm honest about my reasoning. Leonardo Di Caprio is a Scorpio and Matt ... read moreFor those who watch Entourage, what are your thoughts on the season 6 finale? (9 Answers)OMG Entourage Season Finale was phenomenal, i love the whole crew, I dont think the cast could be better. I love how E proposed and the drama / work up ... read more
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Matt Damon Timeline
- Note: The majority of the links in this timeline are to IMDb, which has pop-ups.
- October 8,1970: Born
- 1988: Mystic Pizza
- 1993: Geronimo:An American Legend
- 1997: The Rainmaker
- 1997: Good Will Hunting
- 2002: The Bourne Identity
- 2004: Ocean's Twelve
- 2005: Marries Luciana Barroso
- 2006: The Departed
- 2006: The Good Shepherd
- 2007: Bourne Ultimatum
- 2008: Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea | IMDb Listing
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View All Matt Damon Questions (88) | Ask a QuestionWhat was Matt Damon's First Acting Job? (2 Answers)According to wikipedia: --Qoute--- His first film role came in 1988 when he was eighteen, with a single line of dialogue in the romantic comedy Mystic Pizza --End Qoute-- read moreWho is the most dominating actor in Hollywood, according to you? (9 Answers)I would consider dominating to imply not just money made but also influence. From the list, George Clooney not only is a top-notch, lauded actor, director, etc. but is also ... read moreaccording to you which actor is better and why leonardo di caprio or matt damon???? (2 Answers)Leonardo Di Caprio is better because he has the same birthday as I do, 11/11! At least I'm honest about my reasoning. Leonardo Di Caprio is a Scorpio and Matt ... read moreFor those who watch Entourage, what are your thoughts on the season 6 finale? (9 Answers)OMG Entourage Season Finale was phenomenal, i love the whole crew, I dont think the cast could be better. I love how E proposed and the drama / work up ... read more
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