Matt Damon (Photo Credits: Facebook)
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Damon had a very troubled childhood as he described himself as a lonely teenager with depression problems (Photo Credits : Facebook)
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After overcoming his fears, he met his best friend, Ben Affleck, who introduced him to Garry Speca, an artistic teacher, whom the actor credits as the biggest influence in his life to opt for acting as a career (Photo Credits : Facebook)
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The actor made his debut in the film, Good Will Hunting, and won the Oscars for best adapted screenplay along with Ben Affleck and both young actors became overnight stars with the success of the film (Photo Credits : Facebook)
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Damon gained worldwide popularity for starring as and in the famous action franchise 'Jason Bourne' and received many nominations and awards for his titular character (Photo Credits : Facebook)
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The actor is also known in the film industry for his film credits like Saving Private Ryan, The Talented Mr Ripley, Dogma, The Departed, Ocean's Trilogy and The Martian (Photo Credits : Facebook)
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Damon has always been vocal about social issues like scarcity of water in Africa and improving the lives of children at home in Canada. He is also a spokesperson for Feeding America, a hunger-relief organisation (Photo Credits : Facebook)
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In Hollywood he is regarded as one of the finest actors of his generations and many critiques has praised his acting skills for films like The Martian, Jason Bourne and The Departed (Photo Credits : Facebook)
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Damon, who will be next seen in Downsizing and Suburbicon, turns 47 today and we wish the fine actor happy birthday on his special day (Photo Credits : Facebook)
