Ben Affleck recently enjoyed a relaxed dinner outing with longtime friend Matt Damon and Matt’s wife, Luciana. The trio was seen sharing hugs and good conversation outside Steak 48, an upscale steakhouse in Beverly Hills. Affleck looked casual in a leather jacket and jeans, while Luciana wore a chic tan pantsuit, and Matt opted for a white short-sleeved shirt and khakis.
Matt and Luciana’s Family Journey Contrasts with Affleck and Lopez’s Recent Split
Matt Damon and Luciana met back in 2003 when she was working at a bar. They married two years later and have since built a family with three daughters together, plus Luciana’s daughter from a previous marriage. Luciana hails originally from Argentina, and the couple has maintained a strong bond over the years.
Affleck Joins Damon and Luciana for Beverly Hills Dinner Amid Lopez Divorce NewsAffleck’s recent personal life has been in the spotlight as well. After marrying singer Jennifer Lopez in a private ceremony in Las Vegas in 2022, the couple’s relationship took a turn when Lopez filed for divorce in August 2024, ending their nearly two-year marriage.
Affleck and Damon Promote New Film While Showcasing Lifelong Friendship and Humor
Before their dinner, Affleck and Damon attended the Netflix Tudum 2025 event to promote their upcoming movie, The Rip. They shared some footage and teased each other humorously onstage, with Affleck joking about Damon’s full beard grown for his role in The Odyssey. The film, directed by Joe Carnahan, explores themes of trust and betrayal among Miami cops after discovering millions in cash.
Affleck and Damon have been close friends since childhood in Boston. Their strong bond has translated into multiple film collaborations, including their breakout hit Good Will Hunting, which won them Oscars. More recently, they appeared together in The Last Duel and the Nike drama Air, continuing their creative partnership.