Matt Damon and Brad Pitt, two esteemed icons of the film industry, both carry the weight of their success. However, an interesting distinction arises when examining their personal lives.

Damon once openly shared how being in a relationship with a famous actress significantly influences the extent of privacy one can enjoy.

In his discussions about the nature of fame, Damon revealed that his friend Brad Pitt envied him in one particular aspect.

Despite Pitt’s immense wealth and ability to acquire almost anything he desires, there is something about Damon’s life that he longs for.

As an actor who has earned an Academy Award and maintains a close friendship with Pitt, Damon acknowledged the occasional lack of control over the level of fame and how it profoundly affects the lives of celebrities.

Brad Pitt and Matt Damon

Why Is Brad Pitt Jealous Of Matt Damon?

Long-standing friends Brad Pitt and Matt Damon share many similarities. Both are highly acclaimed actors, having achieved Oscar recognition and have garnered praise for their grounded personalities.

However, despite their shared fame, their approaches to celebrity status differ significantly, particularly when it comes to their personal lives.

For instance, Matt Damon chose to marry someone outside of the entertainment industry, Luciana Barroso, who was working as a bartender when they met in 2003. Almost two decades later, they remain happily married, raising four children together.

In contrast, Brad Pitt‘s romantic journey involved a high-profile relationship with Angelina Jolie, which lasted for a decade before their marriage in 2014. As a power couple, they were constantly embroiled in scandals and subjected to incessant rumors.

Due to Pitt’s lifestyle, there are certain freedoms that he cannot enjoy, unlike Damon. In an interview with Esquire, Damon candidly discussed the discrepancies in their experiences as celebrities.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt split in 2016

Damon remarked,

“If you can control the celebrity side of celebrity, then it’s worth it. I look at Brad – and I have for years – and when I’m with him I see the intensity of that other side of it. And the paparazzi and the insane level of aggression they have and their willingness to break the law and invade his space — well, I wonder about that trade.”

Reflecting on his observations of Pitt over the years, he noticed the intensity of the other side of fame. He recognized the relentless paparazzi, their aggressive behavior, their disregard for legal boundaries, and their constant invasion of Pitt’s personal space. Damon couldn’t help but question the trade-off involved.

Recalling a conversation with Pitt, Damon shared a revealing moment when Pitt expressed envy regarding Damon’s ability to engage in public activities without unwanted attention. Damon reminisced, “I remember telling him that I walk my kids to school, and his face just fell,” Damon said. “He was very kind, but he was like, ‘You bastard.’ Because he should be able to do that, too. And he can’t.”

Matt Damon Is Lucky To Have Married A Civilian

According to an article in Esquire, Damon’s life appeared to be less tumultuous compared to Pitt’s, and this was attributed to several factors.

One significant aspect was Damon’s residence in New York, which provided a certain degree of separation from the intense celebrity culture of Hollywood. Additionally, Damon acknowledged that his marriage played a pivotal role in maintaining a calmer existence.

“I consider myself fortunate,” Damon admitted. “I fell in love with someone outside of the industry. Not an actress, and certainly not a famous one. This means the attention doesn’t merely increase; it multiplies exponentially.”

Damon found that living a normal, everyday life didn’t offer the media much material to exploit. He explained,

“But I don’t really give them anything. If I’m not engaging in outrageous behavior at a bar, setting things ablaze, or being unfaithful to my wife, there isn’t much of a story to tell.”

Damon emphasized that the media may attempt to track his movements, but they will always encounter the same narrative—a middle-aged man married to a woman with four children. As long as this storyline remains relatively unchanged, there is no appetite for scandalous tales.

Luciana Barroso and Matt Damon

In essence, Damon’s ability to lead a more tranquil existence can be attributed to his deliberate choice to keep his private life private, alongside his commitment to stable family life.