Matt Damon kicked out of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ Brooklyn show
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Key Points:
- Actor Matt Damon was removed from the audience during the first night of Jimmy Kimmel Live’s residency at the Brooklyn Academy of Music after repeatedly cheering for the Boston Red Sox and revealing he attended with Kimmel’s family members.
- Damon initially received applause for shouting "Go Sox!" but was booed as he continued, leading Kimmel to call security to remove him, jokingly referring to him as a "Masshole."
- Damon protested that he was with family, revealing he had brought Kimmel’s mother and sister, whom he left with as he was escorted out, joking about his continued presence despite being removed.
- The incident follows a long-running comedic feud between Kimmel and Damon that began in 2005, characterized by pranks, insults, and public confrontations.
- After Damon’s removal, Kimmel made a humorous remark to the audience, further highlighting the playful yet contentious nature of their rivalry.
