Matthew Paige Damonborn on October 81970is a multifaceted American actorproducerand screenwriter. In 2007he was highlighted as one of Forbes' most bankable starsand by 2010he emerged as one of the highest-grossing actors in cinematic history. His accolades include an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awardsalong with nominations for three BAFTA Awards and seven Primetime Emmy Awards.

Damon's journey in acting began with Mystic Pizza in 1988but it was in 1997 that he truly came into the limelight. Collaborating with Ben Affleck on Good Will Huntingthey not only starred in the film but also won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay as well as the Golden Globe for Best Screenplay. He solidified his reputation as a leading man through iconic rolessuch as Tom Ripley in The Talented Mr. RipleyJason Bourne in the Bourne seriesand Linus Caldwell in the Ocean's trilogy. His portrayal of an astronaut stranded on Mars in The Martian earned him a Golden Globe for Best Actorand he has been part of various notable filmsincluding Saving Private RyanThe Departedand Ford v Ferrari.

On the small screenDamon played Scott Thorson in HBO's Behind the Candelabrawhich garnered him an Emmy nomination. His guest appearances in 30 Rock and hosting Saturday Night Live were also Emmy-nominated. Beyond actingDamon has produced projects like Project Greenlight and Manchester by the Sea. He co-founded two production companies with Ben Affleck and has lent his voice to several animated and documentary projects. His philanthropic efforts span multiple organizationsincluding the One Campaign and Water.org.