Matt Damon Gets Emotional Talking About Winning An Oscar - The Graham Norton Show

Matt discusses the process of winning an Oscar aged 27.
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[@votepedro1389]

There goes Matt Damon, the best that ever was

[@kati3676]

+vote pedro forreal

[@chiyo-chanholocaust8143]

+vote pedro THAT IS THE MOST DISGUSTING SELFISH THING I'VE EVER HEARD COMING OUT OF SOMEONE'S MOUTH!!!

[@brendanobrien8198]

+vote pedro that should be on his tombstone

[@mukhlisz]

+vote pedro well said Pedro. well said.

[@austinrodriguez3174]

Not the best, but he's great

[@DropkickNation]

Matt Damon is a man with class. I love the way he articulates himself here.

[@JCH26421]

+Chris Purolover Dropped out of Harvard studying English, to then get an Oscar. Driven.

[@suzawilo]

100% agreed ♡

[@shawnuel]

+Chris Purolover You said it, man.

[@34672rr]

+Chris Purolover What? He stumbles and says " you know what I mean?" and " I wouldn't have known it unless I knew it". Not very articulate at all. Good actor, but not great.

[@paigeandre769]

+wiremessiah Haha agreed. If it wasn't for Graham prompting and saying 'it can't be good enough' and 'to learn it at that age', I would've struggled to fully understand Matt's sentiments (and Matt would've struggled articulating himself without Graham's prompts). But completely agree with original comment about his class; a very thoughtful and deep man.

[@gemyeunice7415]

"Am I allowed to say the 4-letter word?" YOU PRECIOUS GEM

[@msminmichigan]

Gemy Eunice he's just used to American TV where they don't allow cursing.

[@Janinho897]

That's a 3 letter word, an 8 letter word and another 3 letter word. Unless you meant... Oooh I see. :P

[@joelquinn5347]

@@Janinho897 not half bad ;)

[@kingy002]

@@msminmichigan There was no cursing here at all. The word was not used as a curse, it was merely a form of meaningful expression.

[@cageordie]

It's England, after the 9 o'clock watershed, no puritans here, they were sent to America when it was a penal colony ;-)

[@JohnAmose]

2:07 Norton - 'It can't be good enough' the exact words Matt Damon was struggling to find. Easily the best host who listens to every word and doesn't interrupt.

[@righteousduke2704]

Brilliantly observed. Completely agree

[@westmcgee9320]

Don’t get me started. I adore an interviewer who respects their role and their subject/guest…and the listener, for that matter.

[@OttaviaBurton5893]

What I love so much about the Graham Norton Show is that it gets the best out of all of its guests, and they always have incredible chemistry. Sometimes it feels like the only talk show where people are actually relaxed and having a good time. And this is one of the most genuine and heartfelt moments in the history of the show.

[@runulfrraui6602]

yupp. he,s drunk.

[@1wibble2]

Agreed, its amazing how dated US chat shows look by comparison, its like they haven't changed their formula in decades.

[@bluejjay]

Olivia Smith I think it's largely due to Graham being a comedian, he's very down to earth so he'll ask questions very honestly but understands where not to cross the line, and his sense of humor brings the best out of every topic of conversation. I also love that he doesn't sit at a high desk, and rather sits at the same level s his guests, that shows modesty.

[@milkman8467]

Colonel Sanders well most talkshow hosts are comedians

[@andrewtucker94]

He makes it look easy but Norton is a particularly talented host.

[@doctornov7]

This is one of the wisest things I've ever heard a famous person say. He was just so honest and truthful and was courageous enough to share his "broken heart" like that. Very admirable

[@gooddaysahead1]

He may not be brilliant, but he's certainly wise.

[@chorrellpique4057]

I really loved his mother's reaction. Shows why he still has a good head on his shoulders. Top actor and comes across as a very nice bloke.

[@bettyjojoeharperre-imagina7322]

Chorrell Klaverweide Absolutely.

[@Vrig]

Hear, hear.

[@chorrellpique4057]

Mirthula Govindaraj I really like your comment! One of the most brilliantly articulated replies I've ever had the pleasure of reading. Cheers!

[@akram4179]

Now I want to know what that reply was. I don't see that comment from Mirthula Govindaraj here.

[@maragathm]

sorry my handle changed to Anu

[@dearmakeupdiary]

Matt Damon is such an adorable and humble guy. His smile alone lightens up the sky. God bless.

[@lifePaultheball]

Jimmy Kimmel hates you.

[@sayyid5869]

DearMakeUpDiary I SEE YOU EVERYWHERE WE ARE INTO THE SAME THINGS.

[@seanmatthewking]

@@sayyid5869 lmao

[@kingy002]

It is a remarkable face. Truly a gorgeous face when he is smiling and happy.

[@damienjohn]

Good Will Hunting is a bonafide classic. Just thinking about the performance that Robin Williams shared with us is enough to bring me to tears. What a warm, otherworldly master of his craft.

[@grammargoddess888]

+Damien John The park bench scene

[@FutureExitsMedia]

I bet you can't tell me what it smells like the Sistine Chapel...

[@kencramer2232]

Robin Williams was gracious in his acceptance of his award too

[@shaungartland6675]

"It's not your fault"

[@akombalasau4022]

@@shaungartland6675 what was going on with Will in the movie. Plz help me. Why did he cry in the end towards sean

[@cleonard313]

Goddammit, the way Graham let’s Matt talk without interrupting, then very simply chiming in (which he would never normally do) when Matt struggles to find words in order to help him say what he wants to say and then bringing up something positive and funny is absolute top tier hosting

[@righteousduke2704]

Well said

[@71CMM]

He's a craftsman. He makes it look easy, when it really isn't.

[@abramsullivan7764]

Yeah well said

[@rjaxxxas]

That's probably why his show is loved by many, and is still going.

[@demeko96]

I love this guy SO much. I mean come on, he's amazing, he's nice, smart, talented, handsome, funny, heartful, generous. He's incredible.

[@SOKRVT]

+demeko96 basically you're very chill about it, ok

[@nomadicdramatic1382]

+demeko96 In other words, he makes you moist right?

[@demeko96]

Nomadic Dramatic that's nice and distinguished, thank you.

[@nomadicdramatic1382]

demeko96 My pleasure....

[@demeko96]

ImakeUfamous wow that's so smart.

[@FreakieFan]

Good Will Hunting, one of my faves of all time! phenomonal movie

[@JCH26421]

+FreakieFan Watched every film under the sun, but have to say. Good Will hunting is my favourite of all time. What a great script.

[@FreakieFan]

JCH26421 Amen!

[@rokfish7242]

+FreakieFan Me too, dunno what it is and I can see how it's even a little bit cheesy but for some reason it just stands out

[@FreakieFan]

Rok Fish its a perfect mix between Drama and Comedy, with a perfect story and acting. And it can be enjoyed by everyone, young, old, everyone. Thats why i love it :)

[@moiskithorn]

+FreakieFan Minnie Driver was just absolutely adorable in that movie. Fell in love with her in the scene where she said "I think you got some of my pickle" to Matt Damon. And Robin Williams... need we say more.

[@meba444]

If I ever meet or just see him in the street, I'm going to say, "There goes Matt Damon, the best that ever was."

[@linda8485]

Yes, and also I wish I could pass Redford on the street and say it too.

[@JK-iw6yn]

While in reality he got chased and yelled “Mark Wahlberg!” (Referencing another episode of Graham with Matt)

[@tylersmyler]

When you see Tom hanks make sure you yell "Wiiiiilllssooooooonnn!"

[@MrPhuckYiu]

If I ever see him I'll go "There goes Mark Wahlberg, the best that ever was".

[@Catti808]

Wow, he really opened some secrets about the industry

[@VallaMusic]

might be the most profound thing i've ever heard on a celebrity talk show

[@kati3676]

Oh my goodness I love this man. With age he just gets hotter and wiser.

[@Mintie365]

+Katianna Lee One of the few men in showbiz you can compare to fine wine~

[@ChiefVizier]

+Katianna Lee fact

[@trains889]

He was wise even at 27

[@Codex7777]

...25...

[@jixuscrixus1967]

Codex7777 Ben Affleck was 25, Jason Bourne was 27 🤣

[@notclinteastwood9428]

This is why I love Matt Damon

[@Mintie365]

He's so humble and down-to-earth that it makes him all the more charming

[@nigelsheppard625]

He's an actor. You think he didn't learn how to act humble as well as arrogant?

[@basementtunes]

@@nigelsheppard625 Sorry you're so unhappy.

[@hanscombe72]

"Matt, Ben: I still want to see some ID!" - Robin Williams.

[@jixuscrixus1967]

Matt has a full safety deposit box of ID’s....

[@NetGuyMsia]

@@jixuscrixus1967 Yup. IDs (and passports) from different countries.

[@SkywalkerG1o]

Hide this link from Leo

[@juckoosaurus]

+GreatSage too late, its in his suggestion box along with watchmojo's Ten Actors who have never won an Academy award

[@cheddar7750]

+GreatSage but honestly tho, is Leo known for like chasing it, or did people just start teasing about it?

[@juckoosaurus]

chamo Nim more like he gets fuckin trolled by the academy, and everyone feels for the guy at least the academy outright snubs others unlucky guys like gosling and gyllenhal

[@FishoD]

+chamo Nim Exactly the right question. Not once did I see or hear or read about him mentioning like that's his goal. He pursues good movies and provides superb quality acting. That's it. Not once Have I heard about him saying or being bitter that he doesn't have that piece of nothing statue yet...

[@Silirion]

+Fisho D I doubt that he would be able to do the kind of acting he is doing if he was bitter about it. There are actors that have built their acting style around personal bitterness and resentment, Leo is not one of them.

[@HarpoTheVillain]

He almost teared up! Almost! I always had respect for this guy. He seems to have this genuine love for movies, and it drives him to keep pushing and pushing, and I get so happy whenever I see that.

[@larasputriasih5913]

[@grumpypig5162]

Should have won an Oscar for The Martian, best film.

[@FilzSkillz]

Poe's law. Can't tell if real or troll.

[@khonshu456]

Such A Funny guy HA HA HA HA

[@tdreamgmail]

Leonardo DiCarprio not listening na na na na na

[@suzawilo]

Hahahahha:D

[@WickedlyGreene13]

You win the internet today

[@ki6eki]

+tdreamgmail "it can't fill you up" Leo probably thinking, "ya well, i'm filling up all these bitches"

[@demeko96]

+tdreamgmail ok you killed me haha

[@34672rr]

+aakksshhaayy everyone's different. I can be "filled up" by anything I want, even benign things like opening a door. People are healed by homeopathic medicine which is just placebo.

[@uninsulatedshrimp5518]

I just realised the Graham Norton is a genius interviewer. The way he very gently steered everything (made some jokes to up the audience and then kept matt Damon going with the story like the little suggestion pretending he didn't know the whole thing about matts mother). I think his skill is felt subliminally in the flow of the conversations He doesn't get enough credit.

[@rr7firefly]

Without question, he's something very special.

[@aminafied678]

Gosh he s amazing!.. one of the brightest actors out there!

[@aminafied678]

*****​ y wud u think Chance and I are related??

[@MrCsabicsu]

Love watching Graham. He seems to put hard work into his interviews and knows top secret level stuff about his guests. Great host.

[@kingy002]

It is all researched by his assistants, and the guest supply information before they go on too.

[@SuperCrazybumblebee]

Mums, always keeping it real.

[@kubes8388]

Tip my hat to Matt Daemon, one of the most enlightening thing to say as someone who's more gifted than most ppl, is that a void in life can never be filled in one win in anything including an Oscar.

[@linda8485]

And, that treating people kindly in life is what really matters.

[@alexjones7043]

The humility of this bloke is great. The story with his mum illustrates how he was raised right. Look after your kids and raise them right folks.

[@Cinemabuff97]

Matt Damon is such a humble, nice, down-to-earth, and intelligent person. I am so glad he chose to share his deeper thoughts on the show that mainly tries to stay funny. There goes Matt Damon, one of the best humans, there ever was.

[@richarddepencier1406]

Matt Damon is a class act. One of the most likeable people in Hollywood

[@cookiesncream789]

Matt Damon is an incredible human being!!!!!

[@nenabunena]

he is so down to earth, his personality is infectuous

[@athanoslee]

Suddenly I am thinking about Leonardo.

[@Isislu82]

athanos lee I had the same thought

[@sultanabran1]

what about him?

[@arindam_chowdhury]

Because Leo won the oscar quite a bit late, and Matt was talking about, how one spends his entire life to win an Oscar.

[@chrismhp]

Any respectable, successful actor dedicated to their craft (such as Leo) really doesn't give two craps about winning a statue. Accolades are not why they do what they do. He never needed an award to prove his worth - it was already proven. Even Leo's acceptance speech showed his mind is on more important issues.

[@xDMrGarrison]

Gee I wonder why xD xD haha

[@lolabrini3758]

matt is suprisingly deep "no award will fill that void thank God i didnt waste my life chasing this to feel empty after"

[@chubbycheeksrocks763]

Talented, humble and grounded man. A very rare bird in the superficial world of Hollywood.

[@charlottebay7014]

Matt Damon is such a genuine soul.

[@ruxiao9907]

this sounds weird but im 28 and had a pretty bad nervous breakdown not long ago....and after that, I managed to shed all those things in life that hold people down and keeps them back. I see people build their lives around their pension, their mortgage, their careers, and then they die before ever stepping back and enjoying their life. I'm glad that my circumstances forced me take a new look at life. I feel as if from totally different circumstances, me and Matt had similar realisations

[@moonchild4157]

Roy Ding how r u doing now?

[@selimozgen8458]

this is still smth different, he was lucky to have it after he really had it at a really young age.

[@allencollins6031]

Wow hope you are doing well

[@YakuzasAreVAIN]

I am happy for you

[@tesla-pi9qk]

Man I miss Robbin Williams. Incredible actor and person.

[@alexalexandra6538]

what an amazing,inspirational,respectful man

[@Jo-chilin]

I freaking love Matt Damon so much

[@0kaythatsc0ol]

today, matt damon taught me that leonardo dicaprio might get an oscar in his 80s or 90s.

[@currykingwurst6393]

0kaythatsc0ol Well...

[@davidmsirois]

maybe his second or third ;)

[@elizabethappleby9355]

well he got it

[@leanneblake4248]

I adore Matt Damon. Same age. And he seems to have grown into a humble Man , loving Husband & Father. Wish him all the best.

[@TheBanjomandolin]

Good to see positive comments about this guy coz he really is one of the best there is in the business

[@ericmgarrison]

I love the callback to his ponytail.

[@juergunmagerkinsquirter1280]

This just makes me respect Matt Damon even more. He is so humble yet gregarious and i wish there were more like him. He was so deserving for the Martian too

[@kencramer2232]

His speech is an exceptionally powerful heart felt account of his integrity. Mrs Damon must be a proud woman

[@linda8485]

Or rather, just as intelligent and down to earth.

[@Jproctor21videos]

what an inspiration

[@juliem1674]

I've learned this lesson at 31...don't be so focused on chasing a dream that you forget to live and enjoy your life in the process. U never get the time back.

[@oliveroliver8720]

If we had more Matt Damons around, the world would be a much better place! Just a good guy straight up! Its also clear that his mother played a big part in the way he turned out, so much respect to her also :-)

[@jamjamsterjiggidyjay]

one of the very best. i love the way matt is talking--calm, collected, funny and always with good content. i could listen to him all day long.

[@claudiadiaz4095]

There goes one of my favorite actors of all time... So well-spoken, classy, easy-going, lovely, talented actor and person he is.

[@ricochet188]

I think this gives us all something to think about.

[@amitnagpal1985]

A Fluffy White Kitty it really does.

[@benmilton5501]

I’ve seen a lot of Matt Damon interviews and he always comes across as such a lovely, humble bloke.

[@waynefarrellvoiceovers]

He is genuine. A benchmark for all of us.

[@oscarfun100]

"Haha, tell that to Leo." - Kate Winslet

[@SystematikSoundz]

2:14 when his voice wavers saying "soooo"! You can tell this story means SO much to him and he's trying to keep it together. SUCH a top bloke.

[@computerjantje]

This guy is way way above average in (emotional) intelligence, perspectives and wisdom. He also looks like a genuine good guy with zero arrogance. I wish him all the best

[@jerseygirl7135]

Such a talented man. Writer. Director. Actor. A wonderful man. I met him in NYC one year coming out of the Marriott and he was so nice. He took the time to have a short conversation.

[@NickHail2245]

Jessica is so in awe of him in this moment. What a beautiful appreciation to see.

[@amitnagpal1985]

That was surprisingly tender and insightful. Impressed.

[@tangoz811]

Is it just me or is all the most humble actors have the most amazing mothers

[@samaraedissel2951]

Matt Damon is a class act. Very admirable.

[@lionessmummy4418]

What a great mom! Doing her best to keep her son humble and grounded! 3:13

[@rickbolt4386]

Graham, seeing your dynamic with the guests on your show, and how genuinely interested you are in wanting to hear their stories and letting them be themselves is an amazing talent. You have the gift of patience, listening, and empathy which honors those who are your guests and also showcases your talent as someone who knows when to listen and when to comment. You allow them to express themselves, and you also know when to interject or to find a funny picture or meme or comment, and you don't overshadow them. Well done, Mr. Norton. I love your work and have been watching your show for years.

[@linda8485]

He is also very very quick witted.

[@justinliberti5917]

2:04 you can hear the remembrance and emotion in his voice. Thank you Graham for making this interview possible.

[@AJ8871]

His performance in good will hunting will go down in history as a absolute legend

[@grace-shantif.8425]

One seriously good human being. Grounded and Authentic!

[@Nazaba09]

I met Matt recently and he was the sweetest nicest guy. Such a great thing that he actually DESERVED his oscar.

[@scottbrandts610]

GOOD WILL HUNTING still takes a proud place on my DVD shelf. Amazing character study.

[@wonhyuk86]

One of the things I love about Matt is his humility. I'm really glad that he stays grounded even after all the success that he's achieved in his career. And I guess his mom is one of the secrets to this. She did raise a good son, indeed. 💙

[@nellyhuaman8903]

awwww Matt Damon what a sweetheart 😙

[@jauger99]

I remember the first time I saw this clip, years ago, and how I was so excited to hear that one of my favorite films and actors was shared by Mr. Damon, and being so shocked by his mother's response. I was so unprepared for the obviousness her response revealed about that statement, because I had suddenly been made aware upon hearing her response, immediately aware of how right she was, and how I'd never seen that before, because of my love of that film and the romanticization with which I had always viewed the film. It had always seemed so perfectly appropriate and acceptable as a statement to be made, right up until that exact moment I heard Mr. Damon state his mother's response. I was quite stunned by how I had missed that truth entirely for so long. Amazing.

[@simonamorim1405]

He will always be Jason born to me.

[@TheFlamingChalupa]

Bourne*

[@simonamorim1405]

TheFlamingChalupa thank you.

[@barbaro267]

+simon amorim He will always be the voice of Spirit, the stallion of the Cimarron to me :)

[@TheRealGaffer]

+simon amorim Is that like Dragonborn?

[@simonamorim1405]

***** exactly the same

[@jamihanks6962]

Hearing this very honest answer... his career makes so much sense. Why he chose what he did, why he does what he does. Truly the greatest.

[@sagittariusjen9643]

Seeing your Favorite actors Crying , makes you shed some tears too

[@GoodSneakers]

Class act. Humble, honest guy.

[@andyigwe7119]

I truly love this show, Graham Norton is a wonderful host. It's technically supposed to be a comedy show but you get these truly Pearl's of life thrown in

[@blue_eyedfloozy]

this was an incredibly articulate and educated response, you can tell he's actually really smart

[@lesshairagain]

Matt Damon is just so fine and wise. love the way he talked the words he chose here!

[@JK-iw6yn]

Matt Damon just seems so intelligent and articulate. I wish he could do some deeper dramas.

[@isabelleelkhoudri6495]

Lucky is the person who gets valuable life lessons at the right time! How blessed he's been to get that trophy so young and understand that it's not the center of everything!

[@morten1]

I really like his down-to-earthness and focus on Graham while talking

[@rajatshrma3]

I just love Matt Damon.

[@KyleCorwith]

Honestly, that was a beautiful moment. Period.

[@angelavila9452]

He is an amazing actor one of my favorites lucky to have him in our generation.

[@34kaushik]

Damn. Thats a lot of wisdom and perspective! I have become a fan!

[@joelcrow]

Matty D can deliver a truly emotional and engaging story... everyone was leaning in, listening to him closely.

[@paulconnett3654]

This fella has years of experience and More to come. He will become a legend! Just keep your head screwed on Matt. All my respect also Dogma was good.

[@anthikerameos5400]

Matt we are lucky to have you!!! Really!! Your honesty and down-to-earth approach restores my faith in people!!! By the way if my daughter says the same one day I will definitely react like your mom!!! Haha!! Keep on doing what you are doing and being yourself!! 🙂

[@BaconIsNotBiceps]

I love Matt. He's such a great actor and intelligent guy.

[@harrisfoster1066]

U can tell he was raised so well ...what a fine man

[@dutchy1904]

There goes Matt Damon. The best that ever was🤩⭐️

[@4hotpink10]

he's amazing

[@negtivecreep6642]

I love that he mentioned he is glad he didn’t fck anyone over to accomplish a goal . Accomplishing something and still feeling unfulfilled must be even worse when you think of the good people you’ve manipulated along the way.

[@floridagirl7093]

He was so persistent. ❤️

[@DJames-fn3cl]

Yes, Mr. Damon, the film "The Natural" is one of the best ever made. We are in total agreement.

[@Kristine_202]

I remember when they won. I can tell you exactly where I was. I teared up. GWH is still one of my favorite films of all time.

[@vectoromega7517]

Tom Hanks and Matt Damon are two of the true genuines left in Hollywood.