Matt Damon Explains Why He's Labelled "Boring" and How It Saved Him from Paparazzi Scrutiny

Matt Damon, unlike his close friend Ben Affleck, has managed to avoid the constant scrutiny of the media by staying out of the spotlight and embracing a simple lifestyle.

Matt Damon has revealed his secret to avoiding the relentless scrutiny and negative attention that often plagues celebrities: embracing a low-key and "boring" lifestyle. In a recent interview with the Radio Times Podcast, Damon explained that his decision to focus on work and family has shielded him from the intense paparazzi culture that surrounds many actors.

"I've been really lucky in that way… especially when I look at Casey [Affleck]'s brother, Ben," Damon said. "I can’t imagine living under that kind of scrutiny."

Matt Damon Explains Why He's Labelled "Boring" and How It Saved Him from Paparazzi Scrutiny

While Damon acknowledges that he and Affleck have had "parallel careers" in many ways, he attributes his ability to avoid the tabloids to his choice to "be kind of excused from that part of [it]." Damon doesn't engage in the activities that typically sell gossip magazines, such as sex and scandal, which has kept him out of the spotlight.

"That really helped me because all of that magazine culture that was so huge — and all that stuff 25 years ago — kind of ignored me because it wasn't that exciting of a story, right? Like a guy who's married, it's so boring," Damon said.

Matt Damon Explains Why He's Labelled "Boring" and How It Saved Him from Paparazzi Scrutiny

As Damon rose to fame, he countered the growing paparazzi presence by immersing himself in work. He avoided glamorous events and kept a low profile, even when photographers were camped outside his house.

"I was just like, 'Well, I can out wait you. I'll just sit in my house.' And if I'm going out, it's like I'm with my wife. There's nothing there."

Matt Damon Explains Why He's Labelled "Boring" and How It Saved Him from Paparazzi Scrutiny

Damon's wife, Luciana Barroso, is not involved in the entertainment industry, which has also contributed to his ability to stay out of the limelight. Damon credits his family with providing him with a sense of normalcy and stability in a world that can often be overwhelming.

"My family is a great anchor for me. I can go to work and do all this other stuff, but at the end of the day, I'm always coming back home to my wife and kids."

Matt Damon Explains Why He's Labelled "Boring" and How It Saved Him from Paparazzi Scrutiny

Damon recognizes that he is fortunate to have avoided the constant scrutiny that his friend Affleck has faced. Affleck's high-profile relationships and personal struggles have been extensively documented in the media, which has taken a toll on his privacy and well-being.

"As long as you didn't do any of that stuff, it wasn't really worth their time to wait to take your picture," Damon explained. "And so I ended up kind of getting left alone."

Damon's choice to prioritize his work and family has allowed him to live a more fulfilling and private life than many other celebrities. By embracing the label of "boring," he has avoided the pitfalls of fame and maintained a sense of stability in an often chaotic industry.