Affleck

Affleck is a surname that has been borne by notable individuals, particularly in film and entertainment. The name is most widely recognized in connection with two American actors and filmmakers who are brothers.

Ben Affleck (born 1972) is an American actor, filmmaker, and screenwriter. He gained fame as an actor in the 1990s and co-wrote Good Will Hunting (1997), for which he and Matt Damon won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. He later directed and produced Argo (2012), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture.

Casey Affleck (born 1975) is an American actor and director, and the younger brother of Ben Affleck. He has acted in numerous films and won the Academy Award for Best Actor for Manchester by the Sea (2016). His work spans independent and mainstream cinema, with roles across a range of genres.

Beyond these two, the surname Affleck has appeared in various contexts within media and public life, though Ben and Casey Affleck are the most widely recognized bearers in contemporary popular culture. The name is encountered primarily in English-speaking countries.