Damon

American

[dey-muhn] / ˈdeɪ mən /

noun

a male given name.

Damon British

/ ˈdeɪmən /

noun

Matt. born 1970, US film actor and screenwriter. His films include Good Will Hunting (1997, which he co-wrote), Saving Private Ryan (1998), The Talented Mr Ripley (1999) and, from 2002, the Bourne series

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It is adapted from a novel by Andy Weir, the author behind the 2015 hit "The Martian" starring Matt Damon.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

It’s been a long few weeks for Hewlett and bandmate Damon Albarn as they roll out the group’s latest endeavor, “The Mountain,” out Friday.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Jackson’s is the third episode of the 10th season — the one following Eddie Murphy’s departure, but preceding the season that introduced Danitra Vance and, for a short time, Damon Wayans.

From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026

George Clooney, Brad Pitt and Matt Damon stood in a tight circle, talking.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Behind came Skinner, Sour Alyn, and Damon Dance-for-Me with his long greased whip, then the Walders riding the grey colts Lady Dustin had given them.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin

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