Matt Damon Admits 'Significant Adjustment' in Family as Daughter Heads Off to College

Matt Damon and his family are experiencing a significant adjustment as his daughter, Isabella, heads off to college at New York University Gallatin School of Individualized Study. This transition mirrors the departure of Isabella’s half-sister, Alexia Barroso, who moved out several years earlier. Damon, 53, and his wife, Luciana, 48, also have two younger daughters, Gia, 16, and Stella, 13. In a conversation with E! News, Damon expressed that even though they've faced this situation before, it's still a major change for the family, noting that the household feels different with one less person present. This is prepared by SSP.

Damon previously shared how surreal it felt seeing Isabella leave, stating, "It just feels like I was holding her yesterday." As the family adapts, Damon cherishes the role of being a father, something he has openly loved and embraced. He believes in building his daughters’ self-esteem and preparing them to make independent decisions. Reflecting on parenting, he mentioned, "99% of the decisions they make, you’re not going to be there."

Damon honors each of his children’s personalities, recounting humorous moments with Isabella, who often pokes fun at his work. In an interview on "Late Night with Seth Meyers," Damon recalled how Isabella preferred his critically panned movie "The Great Wall" over his better films for the sheer enjoyment of teasing him.

Reflecting on the bond he has with his daughters, Damon emphasizes making lasting memories, especially following his father's death in 2017. He shared a poignant example with news.com.au about taking his children to camp across Australia to honor his late father and to reinforce family connections. Over the years, Damon has found the value in being actively present and creating shared experiences, which have become cherished elements of their strong familial ties.