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Ben Affleck<\/span> <\/strong>and Matt Damon<\/strong> have been Hollywood\u2019s 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<\/strong> may be straining their long-standing bond.<\/p>\n Robshuter\u2019s sources<\/a> 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\u2019s families, and share a camaraderie that goes far beyond comedy bits. \u201cThey\u2019re inseparable,\u201d one Hollywood insider revealed. \u201cIt\u2019s a bromance beyond the bit.\u201d<\/p>\n For Ben Affleck, however, the dynamic reportedly stings. \u201cHe acts like he\u2019s fine with it, but deep down it hurts,\u201d a friend told Robshutter. \u201cFor years it was Ben and Matt against the world. Now it feels like Ben\u2019s been replaced.\u201d<\/p>\n Furthermore, Affleck\u2019s brooding nature doesn\u2019t always mesh with Damon and Kimmel\u2019s lighter energy. \u201cJimmy makes Matt laugh in a way Ben can\u2019t,\u201d outlet\u2019s source explained, pointing to a chemistry that feels effortless compared to Affleck\u2019s intensity. \u201cBen can\u2019t hold onto wives or friends. He blames everyone else, but he comes across needy. Meanwhile, Matt\u2019s found his new best friend \u2014 and it isn\u2019t Ben.\u201d<\/p>\n Despite the reported personal tension, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck are still very much linked professionally. Netflix recently announced that Damon and Affleck\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n 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\u2019s 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<\/a> on Charlie Kirk\u2019s shooting.<\/p>\n The post Ben Affleck Feels \u2018Replaced\u2019 Amid Matt Damon & Jimmy Kimmel Bromance, Insider Says<\/a> appeared first on Mandatory<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.yahoo.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Ben Affleck and Matt Damon have been Hollywood\u2019s 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. 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