Born in Bloomington, Indiana, Damon's artistic odyssey commenced, setting the stage for a lifelong journey of creative expression. As he transitioned to Boulder, Colorado, his formative years were spent amidst the picturesque backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, fostering a sense of imagination and inspiration that would later manifest in his acting career.
His professional acting debut occurred at the esteemed Denver Center for the Performing Arts, where he secured a role in a production of "A Christmas Carol", igniting a passion for the craft that would propel him forward. Beyond the realm of acting, Damon's multifaceted talents extend to various artistic mediums, including writing, drawing, sculpting, photography, and music, allowing him to continuously explore and express himself in innovative and dynamic ways.
Damon has etched a remarkable reputation for himself within the realm of television, by virtue of his captivating portrayal of the fearless Lieutenant Jack Gibson in the immensely popular ABC series "Station 19", which serves as a spin-off of the highly acclaimed "Grey's Anatomy". The show delves into the lives of the individuals who comprise the dynamic team at Seattle Fire Station 19, with Damon's character assuming the pivotal role of Acting Captain, following the departure of the station's captain.
Before achieving widespread recognition on "Station 19", Damon initially gained recognition in 2010 when he joined the esteemed cast of the critically-acclaimed series "Friday Night Lights", portraying the pivotal character of Hastings Ruckle in the final season of the show.
Since then, he has secured leading roles in several notable television productions, including NBC's drama series "Aquarius", opposite the esteemed David Duchovny; The CW's science-fiction drama "Star-Crossed", alongside the talented Matt Lanter and Aimee Teegarden; and ABC Family's "The Nine Lives of Chloe King".
Damon's impressive television credits also include recurring roles on HBO's hit series "True Blood", ABC Family's "Twisted", and The CW's "The Secret Circle". Furthermore, he has made notable guest appearances on popular shows such as "American Horror Story: Coven", "10 Things I Hate About You", "Greek", and "Lincoln Heights".
Noted actor, Matt Damon, is poised to captivate audiences once more with his upcoming role in the thrilling Screen Gems production, "Cadaver", opposite the talented Shay Mitchell. This spine-tingling tale follows a woman who toils the graveyard shift at a hospital morgue, only to be confronted by a series of inexplicable and violent events precipitated by an evil entity that seems to be emanating from one of the corpses.
Damon's impressive filmography also includes the thought-provoking independent dramedy, "Sex Guaranteed", which boasts a talented cast featuring Bella Dayne and Stephen Dorff, all under the direction of the visionary filmmaking duo, Brad and Todd Barnes.
In addition to his work on "Cadaver" and "Sex Guaranteed", Damon has also made notable appearances in Spike Lee's critically acclaimed "Oldboy", where he brought to life the younger incarnation of James Brolin's character, and in the fantasy adventure film, "Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters", opposite the talented Logan Lerman.
