Ben Affleck and Matt Damon have been Hollywood’s ultimate duo for decades. Childhood friends turned Oscar winners, they built a reputation as inseparable collaborators. But according to insiders, a new friendship with Jimmy Kimmel may be straining their long-standing bond.
Ben Affleck isn’t happy with Matt Damon and Jimmy Kimmel’s bromance, insider says
Robshuter’s sources claim Matt Damon has grown increasingly close to Jimmy Kimmel, the late-night host he once sparred with in playful on-air feuds. The two now vacation together, spend time with each other’s families, and share a camaraderie that goes far beyond comedy bits. “They’re inseparable,” one Hollywood insider revealed. “It’s a bromance beyond the bit.”
For Ben Affleck, however, the dynamic reportedly stings. “He acts like he’s fine with it, but deep down it hurts,” a friend told Robshutter. “For years it was Ben and Matt against the world. Now it feels like Ben’s been replaced.”
Furthermore, Affleck’s brooding nature doesn’t always mesh with Damon and Kimmel’s lighter energy. “Jimmy makes Matt laugh in a way Ben can’t,” outlet’s source explained, pointing to a chemistry that feels effortless compared to Affleck’s intensity. “Ben can’t hold onto wives or friends. He blames everyone else, but he comes across needy. Meanwhile, Matt’s found his new best friend — and it isn’t Ben.”
Despite the reported personal tension, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck are still very much linked professionally. Netflix recently announced that Damon and Affleck’s new film, The Rip, will premiere globally on January 16, 2026. The crime thriller, directed by Joe Carnahan, reunites the pair on screen and behind the camera under their Artists Equity banner.
The story follows Miami police officers who discover millions in hidden cash, setting off a chain of mistrust and betrayal. The project, inspired by real events, promises to explore loyalty, greed, and human nature under pressure. The film’s star-studded cast includes Steven Yeun, Teyana Taylor, Sasha Calle, Scott Adkins, and Kyle Chandler. Meanwhile, Kimmel faces uncertainty in his career. His long-running show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, is currently off-air after controversial comments on Charlie Kirk’s shooting.
Originally reported by Devanshi Basu on Mandatory.com.
