Matt Damon & Ben Affleck Reveal Their First Impressions of Each Other | First Thing With | ELLE

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  • Lifelong besties Ben Affleck and Matt Damon have experienced many unique firsts together - and they are here to dish the stories to ELLE on 'First Thing With.' Most recently, this power duo stars in the new movie 'Air,' and as Ben and Matt dish on behind-the-scenes stories, they also reminisce on their first impression of one another, their first project together, and even their first time meeting Michael Jordan.
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  • @sianspherica
    @sianspherica ปีที่แล้ว +1881

    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
      @watermelon_leah ปีที่แล้ว +44

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

    • @ykt4343
      @ykt4343 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Definitely. I completely agree 👍

    • @trappedintimesurroundedbye5477
      @trappedintimesurroundedbye5477 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Will the Harvey Weinstein peace help them out tremendously

    • @MalissiaCreates
      @MalissiaCreates ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I look forward to the movie about them one day!

    • @M7Reaper
      @M7Reaper ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They are the greats!

  • @kailynbrennan1412
    @kailynbrennan1412 ปีที่แล้ว +687

    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
      @riveravaldez 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @Fed-np9ez
    @Fed-np9ez 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +84

    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
      @calisongbird 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @nan7503
      @nan7503 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @tabaxikhajit4541
      @tabaxikhajit4541 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @MalissiaCreates
    @MalissiaCreates ปีที่แล้ว +325

    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
      @loveamerica2828 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @belna4926
      @belna4926 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They are cousins

    • @MalissiaCreates
      @MalissiaCreates 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

    • @babinag6278
      @babinag6278 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @longlivedemocracy756
    @longlivedemocracy756 ปีที่แล้ว +340

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

    • @lexkanyima2195
      @lexkanyima2195 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A true regular motivation

    • @mattstopa9436
      @mattstopa9436 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That was incredible honestly.

    • @katiegomes964
      @katiegomes964 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same! That was so poignant and incredibly sweet

    • @belna4926
      @belna4926 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They are cousins, not friends

  • @f9nineteen
    @f9nineteen ปีที่แล้ว +362

    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
      @lexkanyima2195 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

    • @kameshreegovender6878
      @kameshreegovender6878 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love it

    • @xxwhispersxx2856
      @xxwhispersxx2856 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      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.

  • @LibbyAnn026
    @LibbyAnn026 ปีที่แล้ว +186

    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.

  • @madmike987655
    @madmike987655 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +47

    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
      @balinx 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @kingy002
      @kingy002 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@balinx Rather presumptuous of you.

    • @nan7503
      @nan7503 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @lionelkennedy6092
    @lionelkennedy6092 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    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!

  • @maximillianosaben
    @maximillianosaben ปีที่แล้ว +127

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

    • @joelpineda4414
      @joelpineda4414 ปีที่แล้ว

      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
      @maximillianosaben ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @joelpineda4414
      @joelpineda4414 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@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
      @tibbsdailyday2611 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@joelpineda4414 how old are you seriously?

    • @joelpineda4414
      @joelpineda4414 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tibbsdailyday2611 I’m 14

  • @xxwhispersxx2856
    @xxwhispersxx2856 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    These two are platonic soulmates.

  • @alifc1082
    @alifc1082 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    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
      @ykt4343 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @soundshape6496
      @soundshape6496 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @lillian9676
    @lillian9676 ปีที่แล้ว +226

    anytime Matt Damon is involved its a class act

    • @adriantrusca1245
      @adriantrusca1245 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Apologies to Matt Damon but we ran out of time.

    • @Olsenator
      @Olsenator ปีที่แล้ว +4

      MAAAATT DAAAAAMON

    • @suhan.r21
      @suhan.r21 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @lilmilontiktok
      @lilmilontiktok ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ben too

    • @jerrymarty330
      @jerrymarty330 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @ronhowe9913
    @ronhowe9913 ปีที่แล้ว +39

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

  • @ericross441
    @ericross441 ปีที่แล้ว +20

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

  • @Sarahlynn0105
    @Sarahlynn0105 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Love how down to earth Matt is.

  • @kathleenweinberg6442
    @kathleenweinberg6442 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    They are two great actor with a great personality

  • @mariadel.6705
    @mariadel.6705 ปีที่แล้ว +133

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

  • @sipnog3528
    @sipnog3528 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    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.

  • @kwit77
    @kwit77 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    I love their relationship

  • @joeldriver-sp2rg
    @joeldriver-sp2rg ปีที่แล้ว +26

    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.

  • @saitejach5996
    @saitejach5996 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    True friendship goals

  • @thebitw04
    @thebitw04 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    Which could mean nothing.

  • @marge6581
    @marge6581 ปีที่แล้ว +95

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

    • @nelliedelapena5905
      @nelliedelapena5905 ปีที่แล้ว

      Friendship like Oprah n Gayle . ❤ these boys

  • @jq8974
    @jq8974 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    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)

  • @sipnog3528
    @sipnog3528 ปีที่แล้ว +16

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

  • @leticiatamayo3080
    @leticiatamayo3080 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

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

    • @TheeMrsGrinch
      @TheeMrsGrinch 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      😹😹😹😹

  • @mynamehaschanged
    @mynamehaschanged ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Matt seems like the coolest guy.

    • @johnnybmean74
      @johnnybmean74 ปีที่แล้ว

      Looks like a major lush to me.

    • @maryperry1773
      @maryperry1773 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      He was Bourne to be the coolest guy 😉

  • @watermelon_leah
    @watermelon_leah ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Ben and Matt friendship is so wonderful.

  • @zabindhanji
    @zabindhanji 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    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.

  • @asian6oy
    @asian6oy ปีที่แล้ว +22

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

  • @earlybird32
    @earlybird32 ปีที่แล้ว +18

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

  • @ykt4343
    @ykt4343 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    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.

  • @SonnyK248
    @SonnyK248 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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.

  • @linghuizhu9831
    @linghuizhu9831 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @berrindmr4454
    @berrindmr4454 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    love you Ben😍

  • @sethc4758
    @sethc4758 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    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

  • @nadinandine
    @nadinandine 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Could this mean something??

  • @bollocksnlilies
    @bollocksnlilies ปีที่แล้ว +9

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

  • @richg2881
    @richg2881 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    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.

  • @anacarpenter9254
    @anacarpenter9254 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    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 😊😊

  • @mikehall2781
    @mikehall2781 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @FB6418
    @FB6418 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I literally could listen to them for hours !

  • @antartorres7594
    @antartorres7594 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    My favorite movie with Ben is the Accountant ❤

  • @charlottelucero4900
    @charlottelucero4900 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    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 🙏

  • @SomewhataMystery
    @SomewhataMystery ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @bb6nabi
    @bb6nabi ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Matt Damon🥰🥰

  • @watermelon_leah
    @watermelon_leah ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @sundriesrebecakundomal2920
    @sundriesrebecakundomal2920 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    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 😀

  • @r.w.221
    @r.w.221 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    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!

  • @RojaJaneman
    @RojaJaneman ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @tommywhite7985
    @tommywhite7985 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

  • @BlankCanvas88
    @BlankCanvas88 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    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.

  • @diannasgardenmenagerie967
    @diannasgardenmenagerie967 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @charlespackwood2055
    @charlespackwood2055 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @germanverdier6825
    @germanverdier6825 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @michaelmartinson6495
    @michaelmartinson6495 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love these guys love for each other.

  • @ms.rickie
    @ms.rickie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @deannharris2424
    @deannharris2424 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Truly admire and love their friendship.

  • @btetschner
    @btetschner ปีที่แล้ว +8

    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!

  • @marinab106
    @marinab106 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @freddageforde6966
    @freddageforde6966 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @Prytrom
    @Prytrom ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ¡¡¡Love it!!! Thank you Elle

  • @kk-xi8li
    @kk-xi8li 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @brajeshsingh2391
    @brajeshsingh2391 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    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.

  • @cherishparkhurst8124
    @cherishparkhurst8124 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @wonder841
    @wonder841 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @shahiemavandersckyff7084
    @shahiemavandersckyff7084 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    love these two together

  • @bellajoy5827
    @bellajoy5827 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow. I love both of these humans ❤

  • @maneeshahooja
    @maneeshahooja ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such nice guys!

  • @deletebilderberg
    @deletebilderberg ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Super talented fellas.

  • @wyattalsbury2687
    @wyattalsbury2687 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    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

  • @jazminpolanco3187
    @jazminpolanco3187 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    They’re so talented ❤

    • @watermelon_leah
      @watermelon_leah ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @acbanalytics
    @acbanalytics ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very cool. You guys rock.

  • @natalielaporte2328
    @natalielaporte2328 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really like these guys.

  • @1spankytc
    @1spankytc ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Both seem like great guys

  • @user-yj5xq5lb1b
    @user-yj5xq5lb1b 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @matthewgiuseppe6386
    @matthewgiuseppe6386 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @keithgordon3823
    @keithgordon3823 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @moochie5
    @moochie5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

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

  • @Kimber123
    @Kimber123 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That was nice. They seem like pretty grounded guys.

  • @sipnog3528
    @sipnog3528 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

    • @lexkanyima2195
      @lexkanyima2195 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He doesn't need it

    • @watermelon_leah
      @watermelon_leah ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree.

    • @imliz100
      @imliz100 ปีที่แล้ว

      He has one. Are you kidding?

    • @jj-if6it
      @jj-if6it ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@imliz100 not for acting I think they mean

  • @jillianbullock9874
    @jillianbullock9874 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    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.

  • @crowlee5111
    @crowlee5111 ปีที่แล้ว +9

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

  • @lilibethvilella
    @lilibethvilella ปีที่แล้ว +3

    2 of my favs forever ❤❤

  • @jwall62
    @jwall62 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    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.

  • @loulougallo8353
    @loulougallo8353 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Friendship goals

  • @ThekingdomPod1
    @ThekingdomPod1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @jj-if6it
    @jj-if6it ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Down to earth guys

  • @ms.rickie
    @ms.rickie 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Matt Damon… You are ageless❤

  • @leticiatamayo3080
    @leticiatamayo3080 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love Benito Tshirt!❤❤❤

  • @Dina-ud4ee
    @Dina-ud4ee ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Absolutely love these 2

  • @yolandamorlet2456
    @yolandamorlet2456 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love them both.

  • @LaliFrequency432HZ
    @LaliFrequency432HZ ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We need a life story about them or tv show

  • @ByzantineCapitalManagement
    @ByzantineCapitalManagement 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Living the dream these guys. Their friendship is pure goals.❤

  • @adabell1833
    @adabell1833 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love them so much ❤❤❤❤

  • @jmreyes8671
    @jmreyes8671 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Ben and Matt should do a friendship test lmao

  • @bp792
    @bp792 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like it better when they’re insulting each other 😂but some nice moments there

  • @burnacco
    @burnacco ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ben's shirt is dope af

  • @rogerwhiting9310
    @rogerwhiting9310 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    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.