Full Name: Matthew Paige Damon
Date of Birth: October 8, 1970
Place of
Birth: Cambridge,
Massachusetts, USA
Nationality: Matt Damon is American.
Occupation:
actor,
screenwriter, film producer, and philanthropist
Height: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
Education:
High School: Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
College:
Harvard University (He studied English but did not graduate, leaving to pursue
an acting career.)
Family:
Father: Kent Damon (Stockbroker)
Mother:
Nancy Carlsson-Paige (Professor of Early Childhood Education)
Siblings:
Kyle Damon (Older brother, artist)
Spouse:
Luciana Barroso (Married in 2005)
Children:
Four daughters – Alexia (stepdaughter from Luciana's previous marriage),
Isabella, Gia, and Stella Damon.
Career:
Matt Damon is one of Hollywood's most successful and respected actors. He gained worldwide fame
with his role in "Good Will Hunting" (1997), which he co-wrote with
Ben Affleck, winning an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. His
breakthrough role showcased his talent both in acting and screenwriting.
Some of Damon’s notable films include:
The Bourne Series (2002–2016) where he played the lead role of Jason Bourne.
The Martian (2015), mfor which he received critical acclaim and a Golden Globe Award.
Saving Private Ryan (1998)
The Departed (2006)
Ocean's Trilogy (2001–2007)
He has also been involved in producing films and has shown versatility across a variety of
genres, from drama to action to comedy. Beyond his film work, Damon is known
for his philanthropy and activism, particularly in water conservation efforts
with the charity Water.org, which he co-founded.
Net Worth:
As of 2024, Matt Damon’s estimated net worth is around $170 million. This wealth comes from his
extensive career in acting, producing, and occasional writing.
Awards:
Academy Award for Best
Original Screenplay (1998)
Golden Globe Awards
Numerous other nominations for his acting, including Academy Award nominations for his roles
in Good Will Hunting, Invictus, and The Martian.
Damon remains a major figure in the film industry and continues to collaborate with other
high-profile actors and directors.
