Matt Dillon, a prominent figure in American cinema, embarked on his cinematic journey at the tender age of fifteen, quickly rising to become a teen idol.

His early films, including “Over the Edge,” “Tex,” “The Outsiders,” “Rumble Fish,” and “The Flamingo Kid,” established him as a celebrated actor.

However, it was with the transition to more mature roles, notably in “Drugstore Cowboy,” that Dillon showcased his versatility and solidified his position in the industry.

Beyond acting, Dillon has contributed his voice to various projects, directed music videos, and even ventured into writing and directing films.

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Father	Paul Dillon Coach
Mother	Mary Ellen Dillon
Brothers	Kevin Dillon
Sisters	Katy Dillon
Boyfriends / Girlfriends	Roberta Mastromichele (2014) Hallie Eisenberg (2009) Eliza Dushku(2006) Cameron Diaz(1995 – 1998) Heather Graham(1988 – 1989) Brooke Shields(1980 – 1981) Carole Mallory Ellen Barkin Karen Campbell Sonja Morgan Elisa Jordana Seka
Marital Status	Single
Partner	Not Known
Sons	Not Known
Daughters	Not Known

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• Born on February 18, 1964, in New Rochelle, New York, Matt Dillon is the second child of Mary Ellen and Paul Dillon. His father, initially employed at the Union Camp Corporation, later became the head coach of Fordham University’s men’s golf team.

• He grew up alongside siblings Paul, Kevin, Katy, Timothy, and Brian in Mamaroneck, New York.

• Matt attended Hommocks Middle School and Mamaroneck High School before pursuing acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute.

• His cinematic debut occurred in 1979 at the age of 15 in Jonathan Kaplan’s “Over the Edge.” Discovered by casting agent Jane Bernstein while skipping school, Dillon’s subsequent roles in “Little Darlings” and “My Bodyguard” further heightened his popularity among teenagers.

• The early 1980s featured Dillon in films like “Liar’s Moon” (1981), “The Flamingo Kid” (1984), and adaptations of S. E. Hinton’s novels, including “Tex” (1982), “The Outsiders” (1983), and “Rumble Fish” (1983).

• His acclaimed performance as a drug addict in Gus Van Sant’s “Drugstore Cowboy” marked a pivotal moment in Dillon’s career, earning him the Independent Spirit Award for Best Male Lead in 1989.

• Throughout the 1990s, Dillon starred in diverse films such as “Singles” (1992), “To Die For” (1995), and “There’s Something About Mary” (1998), the latter earning him an MTV Movie Award for Best Villain.

• In 2002, Dillon ventured into writing and directing with his film “City of Ghosts.” Subsequently, he portrayed a racist cop in the critically acclaimed “Crash” (2004).

• Continuing into the 2000s, Dillon’s notable roles included “Factotum” (2005), “You, Me and Dupree” (2006), and “Nothing But the Truth” (2008). His portrayal of novelist Charles Bukowski’s alter ego in “Factotum” garnered praise.

• Dillon’s multifaceted career extended beyond acting, with endeavors such as narrating the audiobook version of Jack Kerouac’s “On the Road” (2000) and directing the music video for Dinosaur Jr.’s single “Been There All The Time.”

• In 2015, he earned a Saturn Awards nomination for his role as Ethan Burke in Fox’s television series “Wayward Pines.”

• 2018 saw Dillon portraying serial killer Jack in Lars von Trier’s “The House That Jack Built,” earning nominations at various award functions.

• In 2020, Dillon directed and served as the executive producer for the documentary “The Great Fellove.”

• His recent filmography includes “Going in Style” (2017), “Running for Grace” (2018), “Proxima” (2019), and “Capone” (2020), showcasing his enduring presence in the industry.

• 2021 brought Dillon acclaim for his role in the American comedy film “Land of Dreams,” and in 2022, he starred in “American Dreamer” and “Asteroid City,” directed by Wes Anderson.

• Despite his many achievements, Matt Dillon remains unmarried. Notably, he was in a relationship with actress Cameron Diaz from 1995 to 1998, and he began dating Roberta Mastromichele in 2014.

• An avid fan of the baseball club “New York Mets,” Dillon also collects Mookie Wilson baseball cards, showcasing his passion beyond the realm of entertainment.

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