Matt Damon has shared an amusing revelation about how his wife, Luciana, initially saw his longtime friend Ben Affleck as “the cute one” after watching Good Will Hunting. The moment came up during a joint interview the two actors gave to promote their upcoming Netflix action-thriller, The Rip, giving fans a candid look inside Damon’s personal life and the close bond he shares with Affleck.
Howard Stern Uncovers the Fun Fact During an Interview
During their appearance on SiriusXM’s The Howard Stern Show, Damon confirmed to Stern’s audience that Luciana indeed viewed Affleck as the most attractive when she first watched the iconic 1997 film. Damon, known for roles like The Martian, didn’t hesitate to provide details about this cheeky part of his relationship’s history, especially as the direct question brought laughter among all three present—Damon, Affleck, and Stern.
“After we’d been together for a little while, probably a few months, she admitted that — I think I met her best friend from high school and it came out that the two of them went and saw Good Will Hunting together, and her best friend thought I was the cute one, and she thought Ben was the cute one.”
— Matt Damon, Actor
“So she admitted to me… I’m like, ‘You got the wrong one?’ She told me that 23 years ago.”
— Matt Damon, Actor
Ben Affleck Lightens the Mood About Past Perceptions
As Stern continued to dig into the story, asking whether Luciana’s early crush on Affleck lingered in Damon’s mind, the Gone Girl star stepped in with praise for Luciana. Affleck clarified that Luciana, now producing for both The Rip and his next directorial project, Animals, has become much more involved in their careers and their production company, Artists Equity.
“She’s a great producer and a really good friend, and yeah, I never got that vibe from her. So I think something I did in real life rubbed it off.”
— Ben Affleck, Actor
Damon added in good humor that after Luciana met Affleck in person, her preferences took a backseat.
“Finally she met him and all that went away.”
— Matt Damon, Actor
Collaboration and Camaraderie Flourish On and Off Screen
Damon and Affleck’s decades-long partnership has led to multiple film collaborations, both as actors and producers. The pair’s latest project, The Rip, will premiere on Netflix on January 16, marking another milestone for their joint venture, Artists Equity. Alongside the laughs over personal anecdotes, the interview demonstrated their enduring friendship and professional synergy, showcasing how personal stories and light-hearted confessions often intersect in their work together.
The revelation about Luciana’s feelings not only delighted fans but highlighted the deep connections and playful banter that define Damon and Affleck’s relationship, giving new meaning to the phrase “Ben Affleck cute one.” As their careers continue to intertwine, audiences can anticipate more collaborations and personal stories to emerge from this enduring duo.
