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Scotsman
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Hollwood star Matt Damon visits Edinburgh and Midlothian during break from filming The Odyssey
Hollywood star Matt Damon was spotted in Edinburgh and Midlothian over the weekend as the A-lister took a break from filming his latest film, The Odyssey. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Oscar-winning actor took a ride on the highly popular Alpine Coaster ride in Hillend, Midlothian and also popped in to an Edinburgh restaurant for a bite to eat. The Odyssey is an upcoming film written and directed by Christopher Nolan and set to be released next summer. Matt Damon portrays Odysseus, the Greek King of Ithaca, with the all start cast also including Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron, Tom Holland and Zendaya. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad On Saturday, July 12, the 54-year-old took his family to the Midlothian Snowsports Centre to enjoy some 'high-speed thrills' on the Alpine Coaster ride. Hollywood star Matt Damon visited Edinburgh and Midlothian over the weekend, with the Jason Bourne star trying out the Alpine Coaster Ride in Hillend | Midlothian Council Writing on social media, Midlothian Council said: 'When you've starred in Jason Bourne and Ocean's 11, high-speed thrills are just part of the job. But even Oscar-winner Matt Damon couldn't resist the rush of our Alpine Coaster at Midlothian Snowsports Centre! 'Matt and his family took on our top attraction today — and let's just say, they enjoyed action-movie-worthy fun from start to finish! We loved having them, and if you haven't tried it yet… what are you waiting for? Book your ride now and get ready to feel like a star.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad On the same day, the Good Will Hunting star also visited Locanda De Gusti, a Neapolitan restaurant on Dalry Road. Restaurant owners said: 'Casual Saturday in the office… just us, the team, and Matt Damon popping in for lunch with his family. No big deal. 'They were absolutely lovely, charming, and yes - somehow even more down to earth than you'd expect from someone who's been to Mars and saved Private Ryan. Safe to say the team's productivity went out the window for a minute, but hey - wouldn't you be distracted if Jason Bourne was asking for an Aperol Spritz! Good food, good vibes, and just your average day serving Hollywood superstar.' Reacting to the news, one said: 'Wow! No wonder he visited Locanda where the best chef in Scotland cooks!' Another added: 'This is fabulous. He has great taste by far the best restaurant in Edinburgh.'
Scottish Sun
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Hollywood superstar pops into Scots restaurant & visits tourist attraction as locals praise ‘down to earth' actor
Staff raved over the 'lovely and charming' star and his family IN THE FAST LANE Hollywood superstar pops into Scots restaurant & visits tourist attraction as locals praise 'down to earth' actor Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HOLLYWOOD superstar was spotted at a Scots restaurant over the weekend as locals praised the "down to earth" actor. Matt Damon has been in Moray for the past couple of weeks while filming The Odyssey. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 The star was snapped with staff at Locanda De Gusti in the capital Credit: Facebook 3 Excited fans flocked to the comments to react to the visit Credit: Facebook 3 Matt also took time to try out Scotland's only alpine coaster Credit: Midlothian Council The eagerly awaited Christopher Nolan film stars Damon as Odysseus, the king of Ithaca, as he journeys home following the Trojan War. Saving Private Ryan megastar Matt popped into a Dalry restaurant in Edinburgh while on a break from filming. The 54-year-old was snapped with staff at Locanda De Gusti in the capital as he popped in for lunch on Saturday, July 12. Writing on Facebook, the restaurant wrote: "Casual Saturday in the office… just us, the team, and Matt Damon popping in for lunch with his family. No big deal. "Spoiler alert: they were absolutely lovely, charming, and yes - somehow even more down to earth than you'd expect from someone who's been to Mars and saved Private Ryan. "Safe to say the team's productivity went out the window for a minute, but hey - wouldn't you be distracted if Jason Bourne was asking for an Aperol Spritz! "Good food, good vibes, and just your average day serving Hollywood superstar." Excited fans flocked to the comments to react to the visit. One said: "Wow! No wonder he visited Locanda where the best chef in Scotland cooks." A second gushed: "This is fabulous, he has great taste, by far THE BEST RESTAURANT in Edinburgh." James Bond villain and huge film star shocks staff as he buys Thai street food in Leeds - would you have recognised him? A third added: "Absolutely amazing guys! So happy for you." A fourth weighed in: "Just the best for Locanda." Matt also took time to try out Scotland's only alpine coaster on the Pentland Hills in Midlothian. Midlothian Council wrote on Facebook: "When you've starred in Jason Bourne and Ocean's 11, high-speed thrills are just part of the job. "But even Oscar-winner Matt Damon couldn't resist the rush of our Alpine Coaster at Midlothian Snowsports Centre! "Matt and his family took on our top attraction today — and let's just say, they enjoyed action-movie-worthy fun from start to finish!" We recently told how Matt was hugely impressed by the food and service at a Scottish restaurant - saying it was among the best in the world. Locals in a Scots town were also left stunned when he turned up at their local Motion Fitness gym. Regulars did a double take as the Hollywood superstar wandered in sporting a beard. Within seconds he was mobbed in the fishing port - with everyone wanted a snap taken with the acting legend. And many were shocked to discover he was holding a Buckie Thistle shirt as well.
Daily Record
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Hollywood legend spotted in Edinburgh as locals gush over 'down to earth' star
Matt Damon has been spotted in the Capital while he takes a break from filming his latest movie, The Odyssey. Hollywood legend has been spotted in Edinburgh over the weekend with locals praising the 'lovely and charming' A-lister actor. Matt Damon reportedly stopped in a Dalry restaurant and made his way to a Midlothian attraction. Those who met the 54-year-old actor said that he was 'even more down to earth than you'd expect'. The Good Will Hunting star is understood to currently be on a break from filming The Odyssey in Moray at the moment, and is enjoying what Scotland has to offer with his family. The highly anticipated Christopher Nolan films stars Damon as Odysseus, the king of Ithaca and also features other big stars including Tom Holland, Zendaya, Charlize Theron and Robert Pattinson, Edinburgh Live reports. During his break, Matt was spotted at Locanda De Gusti in Dalry as he 'popped in for lunch' on Saturday, July 12. He also visited the alpine coaster in Midlothian for some 'action movie-worthy fun'. Sharing his visit on Facebook, Locanda De Gusti said: "Casual Saturday in the office… just us, the team, and Matt Damon popping in for lunch with his family. No big deal. "Spoiler alert: they were absolutely lovely, charming, and yes - somehow even more down to earth than you'd expect from someone who's been to Mars and saved Private Ryan. "Safe to say the team's productivity went out the window for a minute, but hey - wouldn't you be distracted if Jason Bourne was asking for an Aperol Spritz! "Good food, good vibes, and just your average day serving Hollywood superstar." Also posting to Facebook, Midlothian Council said: "Which Hollywood star did we welcome today on our alpine coaster? "When you've starred in Jason Bourne and Ocean's 11, high-speed thrills are just part of the job. "But even Oscar-winner Matt Damon couldn't resist the rush of our Alpine Coaster at Midlothian Snowsports Centre! Matt and his family took on our top attraction today — and let's just say, they enjoyed action-movie-worthy fun from start to finish! "We loved having them, and if you haven't tried it yet… what are you waiting for?" Local residents rushed to the comments as one wrote: "How amazing!" Another exclaimed: "OMG, Jason Bourne!" A third gushed: "Wow, you're doing something right to attract Hollywood stars, keep up the great work!" A fourth added: "Legend. Gutted to have missed you Matt!" Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Damon's first acting roles came in the late 80s but he gained prominence in the world of acting for his 1997 role in Good Will Hunting which he and Ben Affleck both co-wrote and starred in. This is widely known as Damon's breakthrough role which also earned him an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award for Best Original Screenplay. After this, Damon further solidified his leading man status with roles in films such as The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999), the Bourne franchise (2002-2007, 2016), and the Ocean's trilogy (2001-2007).
Edinburgh Live
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Hollywood A-lister spotted in and around Edinburgh as locals praise 'down to earth' actor
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A Hollywood actor has been spotted in and around city over the weekend, as locals praised the 'lovely and charming' A-lister. Matt Damon, known for starring in films such as the Bourne franchise and Saving Private Ryan, stopped in at a Dalry restaurant and made his way to a Midlothian attraction. Those who met him said he was 'even more down to earth than you'd expect'. The actor is understood to be on a break from filming The Odyssey in Moray at the moment, and is enjoying what Scotland has to offer with his family. The long-awaited Christopher Nolan film stars Damon as Odysseus, the king of Ithaca. It also stars big names such as Tom Holland, Zendaya, Charlize Theron and Robert Pattinson. During his break, Matt was seen at Locanda De Gusti in Dalry as he 'popped in for lunch' on Saturday, July 12. He also made his way to the alpine coaster in Midlothian for some 'action movie-worthy fun'. (Image: Locanda De Gusti) Posting to Facebook, Locanda De Gusti said: "Casual Saturday in the office… just us, the team, and Matt Damon popping in for lunch with his family. No big deal. "Spoiler alert: they were absolutely lovely, charming, and yes - somehow even more down to earth than you'd expect from someone who's been to Mars and saved Private Ryan. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox "Safe to say the team's productivity went out the window for a minute, but hey - wouldn't you be distracted if Jason Bourne was asking for an Aperol Spritz! Good food, good vibes, and just your average day serving Hollywood superstar." Posting to Facebook, Midlothian Council said: "Which Hollywood star did we welcome today on our alpine coaster? "When you've starred in Jason Bourne and Ocean's 11, high-speed thrills are just part of the job. But even Oscar-winner Matt Damon couldn't resist the rush of our Alpine Coaster at Midlothian Snowsports Centre! Matt and his family took on our top attraction today — and let's just say, they enjoyed action-movie-worthy fun from start to finish! Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. "We loved having them, and if you haven't tried it yet… what are you waiting for?" Local residents were quick to comment. One said: "How amazing!" Another posted: "OMG, Jason Bourne!" A third said: "Wow, you're doing something right to attract Hollywood stars, keep up the great work!"
