"Oppenheimer" stars Matt Damon and Emily Blunt discuss the one activity they avoid doing together as neighbors, revealing a surprising anecdote about Damon's early days as a Harvard drama student.
Step into the exclusive neighborhood where Hollywood A-listers Matt Damon and Emily Blunt reside, and you'll witness a harmonious coexistence that extends beyond the silver screen. As neighbors, they share more than just a physical address; they've forged a genuine connection that's both warm and refreshing.
In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Damon and Blunt opened up about their neighborly bond, revealing a surprising boundary they've set for themselves. "We love living in the same building," Damon enthused. "Emily's a great neighbor, always friendly and helpful." Blunt reciprocated the sentiment, adding, "Matt is the perfect neighbor. He's always there to lend a hand or offer advice."
Matt Damon and Emily Blunt: Neighbors and Co-Stars Sound Off on Hollywood's Pleasantries
Despite their close proximity, the pair has agreed to never engage in one specific activity together. "We both love cooking, but we've decided it's best not to do it at each other's places," Blunt chuckled. "We'd end up spending more time gossiping than actually cooking."
Damon concurred, adding, "We're both terrible cooks, so it's probably better this way." The admission drew laughter from both actors, highlighting their self-deprecating humor and the lighthearted nature of their friendship.
Matt Damon and Emily Blunt: Neighbors and Co-Stars Sound Off on Hollywood's Pleasantries
While discussing their neighborly dynamics, Damon and Blunt couldn't resist reminiscing about their early days as rising stars in Hollywood. One particularly memorable anecdote emerged from Damon's time as a drama student at Harvard University.
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, who attended Harvard around the same time as Damon, recently revealed that she had been paired with him as a scene partner during a drama class. "He's not going to remember this, of course, but... for 'Waiting for Godot,'" Jackson recalled in an interview with "CBS Sunday Morning."
Matt Damon and Emily Blunt: Neighbors and Co-Stars Sound Off on Hollywood's Pleasantries
"The reason why I remember it is because he was already kind of well-known around campus and off campus," Jackson continued. "So it was kind of exciting to be his scene partner for a particular class." Damon, a year ahead of Jackson, confirmed the encounter, expressing his surprise and amusement.
Jackson vividly recalled memorizing the scene from Samuel Beckett's absurdist play with Damon. "At the end, the professor said, 'Ketanji, you were very good. Matt, we'll talk.' I was like, 'Oh my God, I was better than Matt Damon in a scene!'" she exclaimed with a laugh.
Matt Damon and Emily Blunt: Neighbors and Co-Stars Sound Off on Hollywood's Pleasantries
Damon, while admitting to not specifically recalling the incident, expressed his admiration for Jackson's talent and her subsequent achievements. "That's so cool!" he told The Associated Press in response to the story. "She's an amazing person and an inspiration to us all."
Following his stint at Harvard, Damon's career skyrocketed, starring in numerous Oscar-nominated films and eventually winning an Academy Award alongside his close friend Ben Affleck for their screenplay, "Good Will Hunting." In recent years, he's captured the attention of audiences with his role in Christopher Nolan's critically acclaimed film "Oppenheimer," which received the Best Picture honor at this year's Oscars.
Matt Damon and Emily Blunt: Neighbors and Co-Stars Sound Off on Hollywood's Pleasantries
Meanwhile, Jackson's journey took a different path, leading her to become the country's first Black female Supreme Court Justice in 2022. Despite their divergent paths, their shared experience at Harvard and the enduring bond they've cultivated through the years serve as a testament to the enduring power of human connection.
