“I was on the phone with him for about 30 minutes. I hung up with him and my wife texted me ‘Why didn't you tell me first?’” - Matt Damon telling Ben Affleck about The Odyssey. Matt Damon and Ben Affleck have been close friends since childhood, first meeting while growing up in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their friendship eventually led to them becoming roommates and creative collaborators before they gained worldwide attention for writing and starring in the 1997 film Good Will Hunting. The film earned them the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and helped launch both men into major acting careers. Over the years, they have continued to support each other through career achievements and personal milestones. Damon’s comments about sharing news of The Odyssey with Affleck reflect the enduring trust between them, making their friendship one of Hollywood’s most recognizable creative partnerships.(Historic Vids)