It's kind of crazy for 2 guys who had known each other since they were 8 and who didn't come from showbiz backgrounds (ie. No Hollywood nepotism) to both become pretty equally huge stars and maintain that level of success for decades and somehow remain close friends through all of it. It's pretty remarkable.

@watermelon_leah

Жыл бұрын

Really is remarkable how you have stayed so closed though all the Hollywood pressure of fame.

@ykt4343

Жыл бұрын

Definitely. I completely agree 👍

@trappedintimesurroundedbye5477

Жыл бұрын

Will the Harvey Weinstein peace help them out tremendously

@MalissiaCreates

Жыл бұрын

I look forward to the movie about them one day!

@M7Reaper

Жыл бұрын

They are the greats!

I absolutely adore Ben’s final thoughts. “I have people who love and believe in me regardless of whether I’m on a “list” That’s “making it”. Nice to see success hasn’t gone to either of their heads

@riveravaldez

3 ай бұрын

Apparently they're intelligent persons, so, they know - from experience - it's life and nothing else nor less.

One day there will be a movie based on their friendship and making it big in the industry; Oscar winners, and staying A list and friends for 40+ years… all an incredible feat.

@loveamerica2828

Жыл бұрын

It should be called "Hollywood Hypocrites" or "Anti-american woketards"

@belna4926

6 ай бұрын

They are cousins

@MalissiaCreates

6 ай бұрын

@@belna4926 well, distant cousins. Not sure it’s the family reunions that are keeping them besties lol

@babinag6278

3 ай бұрын

@@belna4926 I didn't know they were cousins. But I guess all Irish boston guys are related.

Ben actually brought tears to my eyes when he talked about “making it” after a message from Matt. Love this friendship.

@lexkanyima2195

Жыл бұрын

A true regular motivation

@mattstopa9436

Жыл бұрын

That was incredible honestly.

@katiegomes964

Жыл бұрын

Same! That was so poignant and incredibly sweet

@belna4926

6 ай бұрын

They are cousins, not friends

People said it's crazy that they are still friends after all the Hollywood superstardom, but maybe they managed to be this successful in the first place precisely because they were friends. Matt and Ben had joint bank accounts growing up so they can help fund each other's trips to NY for auditions, they lived together, helped each other pay bills, learned lines together, and supported each other's ideas when writing together. Their friendship didn't make it through "despite" everything that's happened, THEY make it through "because" of such deep level of loyalty and love that they share with each other. Now that's what being a great friend is.

@calisongbird

3 ай бұрын

That’s a great insight; I didn’t realize all that. Thank you for this post!

@nan7503

2 ай бұрын

Apparently, they still have that account. It's an amazing friendship

@tabaxikhajit4541

29 күн бұрын

Thanks for the added insight. They were the kind of friend every wishes they had.

Ben’s answer to the question about “making it” is great. Shows how sweet and smart he is. Also loved how Matt played a role in his realization. Love their friendship ❤

@lexkanyima2195

Жыл бұрын

That's a solid road for both and it paid off

@kameshreegovender6878

Жыл бұрын

Love it

@xxwhispersxx2856

Жыл бұрын

I'm laughing at the fact that Matt tells this goofy story about underwear first, and then Ben follows it up with this deep, touching little tidbit about being loved and believed in.

This friendship is so rare. They won in life just meeting each other. I have dear and beloved friends from childhood as well, and I feel very lucky to have them; but I’ve never shared a bank account with any of them. That is next level trust and support. I can never forget that fact about their friendship. It’s just so beautiful.

Ben is so ridiculously humble it's crazy. His last line was perfect, even a guy who's talented and successful still has nerves and insecurities and really values the people he has in his life who support him.

@balinx

3 ай бұрын

You can tell he's been to some dark places and come back.

@kingy002

2 ай бұрын

@@balinx Rather presumptuous of you.

@nan7503

2 ай бұрын

Ben is just a brilliant person. Friendship for them is eternal.

This is so cool how these guys grew up 2 blocks from each other in Boston, became Hollywood stars, and are best friends as well. Very unique and rare!

It's always fun seeing them together. You just know they're actually friends.

@joelpineda4414

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I guess they both are the same age! And they only had one movie together which is “air” and that’s it! Like they weren’t in any movies together back then like the 90s or something. And they both are cousins right in real life?

@maximillianosaben

Жыл бұрын

@@joelpineda4414 - What is this sarcasm about? Cause you really went excessive.

@joelpineda4414

Жыл бұрын

@@maximillianosaben well it’s just that I didn’t know they’re friends for a very long time and I thought they both are new actors to the movie era!

@tibbsdailyday2611

Жыл бұрын

​@@joelpineda4414 how old are you seriously?

@joelpineda4414

Жыл бұрын

@@tibbsdailyday2611 I’m 14

These two are platonic soulmates.

This might be one of Ben's best interviews, for being so at ease. I someone that saw most of their movies, this I another I can't wait to watch

@ykt4343

Жыл бұрын

Go watch it if you haven't yet. It's an awesome movie and truly inspiring.

@soundshape6496

Жыл бұрын

Listen to their interview with Bill Simmons. He’s pretty comfortable with both guys during the podcast.

anytime Matt Damon is involved its a class act

@adriantrusca1245

Жыл бұрын

Apologies to Matt Damon but we ran out of time.

@Olsenator

Жыл бұрын

MAAAATT DAAAAAMON

@suhan.r21

Жыл бұрын

​@@adriantrusca1245 We'll hope to catch him next time 😂😂

@lilmilontiktok

Жыл бұрын

Ben too

@jerrymarty330

Жыл бұрын

2 great guys,I would love to hang out with them

Ben is just so cool and chill. A man's man

Love how down to earth Matt is.

Poor Ben, he is so appreciative of Matt friendship😢. I'm happy, Matt stuck with him through thick and thin, in his struggles. Ben seems to have encountered hurtful situations in his life somehow. I think it's more related to celebrity life.

Everything they touch...both individually as well as together...turns to gold. Been a fan all my life.

They are two great actor with a great personality

My favorite celeb besties. I hope they have many more collaborations in the future. ❤

I saw the movie "Air" a few days ago and they knocked it out of the park. I'm a huge Jordan fan but I didn't really know the story behind how Nike signed him. The nostalgia from this movie really took me back to that time as I was a sophomore in high school in 1984. If you lived through that era you'll love this movie especially for all the great songs they put in it.

LOOOOVE The boxer briefs story - and I totally get it! 😁(it’s those personal things that change when you cross a line that you remember)

Benito doesn’t have any wrinkles amazingly handsome.. Matt is just plain gorgeous and adorable they are both so surreal in their friendship!❤❤❤❤

@TheeMrsGrinch

7 күн бұрын

😹😹😹😹

I love these two. Very down to earth and very talented! Can't wait to watch their new movie!

@nelliedelapena5905

Жыл бұрын

Friendship like Oprah n Gayle . ❤ these boys

Two of the coolest, talented and down-to-earth actors. I loved the movie Air. I didn't realize that Ben Affleck had directed it.

They both have BEAUTIFUL SMILES. Isn't that amazing?

I love their relationship

True friendship goals

Matt seems like the coolest guy.

@johnnybmean74

Жыл бұрын

Looks like a major lush to me.

@maryperry1773

2 ай бұрын

He was Bourne to be the coolest guy 😉

when Ilook at Ben Affleck all I could think of is him in his Daredevil days 😍

Ben and Matt friendship is so wonderful.

Love your wonderful words of wisdom Ben Affleck. Wishing you both continued success and happiness.

I remember Kevin Smith saying that when he was younger he had a friend called Brian. And he idolized him and did everything he could to try and be just like him. Then years later he met Ben Affleck and thought he was just the most charming, relaxed, funny person he'd ever seen so he started patterning his life off of him.

It'd be cool to see these two reminisce over their childhood neighborhood, like a short walk thru. Though I'm sure their neighborhood is nearly unrecognizable from the time they were kids

Loved watching Air. These two were awesome. Such an interesting and inspiring movie. Need more from these two. And I love that they're so humble. Respect.

Loved every movies they were in. Not flashy but so profound. These two are literally magic duo in Hollywood!

this is Ben at his best tbh, talking about his work, being with his close friend and collaborator Matt.

love you Ben😍

Matt Damon🥰🥰

I personally enjoy you both - thank you for entertaining us, as well as your public service to others. I personally enjoy the banter between Mr Damon, and Mr Kimmel - as well when Mr Affleck tries to mend fences between the two - again thank you both for entertaining us with humor, serious issues, and expressing the love between yourselves 🙋🏻‍♀️ may you continue with amazing success 🙏

These guys are wicked (Boston) smart. I didn't know they were that intelligent. Love these two.

My favorite movie with Ben is the Accountant ❤

This commercial was hilarious. Would be very shocked . If did another one at my favorite dunkin ' donut.

OMG, this is seriously important. This is a must for all serious art historians and the rest of us celb junkies. These are important people.

I remember as a young girl going to the store and seeing a bunch of shirts and purses, etc that said "Mrs. Affleck" or "Mrs. Damon" on them. They were the "it" boys.

Such kindness Even after all these years. I gave them a two thumbs up very normal people.

Living in New Zealand 🇳🇿 These 2 gentlemen are before the new millineum and presently 2023 my chosen new era outstanding actors with character personalities in a film 🎥 that make me respect them and look forward too another blockbuster movie with them in it. This interview thank you for letting me view your work lifestyle 😊😊

I literally could listen to them for hours !

this makes my heart so complete. I love these guys.

Ever since I seen them in thier first ever movies still rock it.

What a great interview I loved these guys together at actors and Directors. I also loved them as individual.

I saw “Air“ at the cinema last week and I love it .Great that they are friends for life .I remember like yerterday when they won the Oscar 😀

What they have created together always makes me Kind of jealous. And Then you Are nominated for the oscar and bring your mothers as plus one with you! That‘s my definition of making it!

Ben Affleck and I have the EXACT same birthday (08/15/72)! Funny that they posted a picture of Ben wearing a Batman t-shirt LOL

0:48 Micky Mouse club dropped the ball on that one! Lol!

Wow I didn't know they've known each other that long!!! That's a great friendship to endure all those years!

You two are a great example of friendship and how valuable it is!!!

I love them both. This is a no brained. Can’t wait to c it

Love these guys love for each other.

They’re so talented ❤

@watermelon_leah

Жыл бұрын

They really are and till this day they remain humble and not let fame get to them.

I fiel like I can be friends with them..also they are real artists. Great guys

Truly admire and love their friendship.

Matt Damon… You are ageless❤

A+ video! Amazing to get some background on their meeting and their lives. Had no idea that Matt's mother was a professor of early childhood education and that Ben's mother was a 5th grade teacher!

¡¡¡Love it!!! Thank you Elle

love these two together

Jason Bourne and Christian Wolff (The Accountant)

Very cool. You guys rock.

Love seeing these two guys together❤even though I have to say my soft spot is for Matt 🥰

So I watched Goodwill Hunting and The Last Duel where they are together. But interested in watching Dogma, a movie I had known about for years where they are together and then Air.

Super talented fellas.

What’s the chances of both becoming mega Hollywood stars and Oscar winners. Amazing story.!

I think it's great they are famous and still grounded

They are basically brothers.

Matt's answer to 'making it' with the underwear was funny. Celebrities, who can afford to buy things, are given to them for free a lot of times.

Ben and Matt should do a friendship test lmao

Finally! This is what I've been needing to know.

REALLY LOVE YOU BEN AFFLECK ❤

Such nice guys!

Wow. I love both of these humans ❤

Ben seems so much better and happier

@johnnybmean74

Жыл бұрын

Are you serious? Look at his face, you can tell he is still drinking.

I really like these guys.

2 great actors, big fan of Borne Identity movie series!

Both seem like great guys

Matt should have had an Oscar by now. He is a great actor. Class act actor.

@lexkanyima2195

Жыл бұрын

He doesn't need it

@watermelon_leah

Жыл бұрын

I agree.

@imliz100

Жыл бұрын

He has one. Are you kidding?

@jj-if6it

Жыл бұрын

@@imliz100 not for acting I think they mean

Always kind of felt that Matt was a nice easygoing guy. Ben never seemed warm or friendly. I really think Ben is misunderstood as being cold and aloof. The media pounded Ben and he reacted. Matt just seemed to accept the media and rolled with it. I bet it would be wonderful to be in their lives.

For me it was bath towels, when I was able to afford brand new fluffy towels and fill the closet with them, I felt like I had finally accomplished something. I had always had towels you could see through. 40 years later my wife still makes sure we have a lot of thick fluffy towels. Love her.

That was nice. They seem like pretty grounded guys.

2 of my favs forever ❤❤

What an awesome friendship… love you guys!!!❤❤💐💐

Ben's shirt is dope af

Down to earth guys

Happy Birthday Matt Damon, hope you have a wonderful day. You are so awesome.

turns out that was kinda making it.... beautiful!!!

Congratulations Ben for another masterpiece AIR seeing it today 👏 🎉 hello Bourne 👋

@dawneabdulal-bari9313

Жыл бұрын

❤Well said ~ Thank you 🦋

Friendship goals

I love Benito Tshirt!❤❤❤

Love the accountant!

We need a life story about them or tv show

I love these two

Absolutely love these 2