Meet Casey Affleck: The Other Super-Talented Affleck Brother

For years, Ben Affleck has been lighting up our big screens with his incredible performances, earning himself a spot as one of Hollywood’s A-list actors. But here’s the thing—Ben isn’t the only star in the Affleck family. His younger brother, Casey Affleck, has also carved out an impressive career in the entertainment world. Today, we’re diving deep into the life and work of Casey Affleck, because it's about time we gave this talented guy the spotlight he deserves.

Casey Affleck: From Birth to Breaking Into Hollywood

Back in 1975, just three years after Ben was born (you might know him as the director of "Gone Girl"), little Casey Affleck entered the world. It probably won’t surprise you that Casey followed in his big brother’s footsteps and ended up in the entertainment business. In fact, they even shared the screen together early on. In 1997, the two brothers starred in not one but two films: the iconic "Good Will Hunting," alongside Robin Williams and Matt Damon, where Ben scored an Oscar win for writing, and the quirky indie flick "Chasing Amy," directed by none other than Kevin Smith. Talk about sibling synergy!

Casey’s Rise to Fame

Fast forward to nearly two decades later, and Casey found himself walking the red carpet at the Academy Awards. This time, though, it wasn’t just for being Ben’s brother—it was for his knockout performance in "Manchester by the Sea." That night, he took home the Best Actor Oscar, cementing his place as one of Hollywood’s most respected actors. And hey, if anyone knows how to handle the pressure of awards season, it’s the Affleck brothers.

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Sibling Rivalry or True Brotherhood?

Of course, being brothers means there’s always room for playful teasing. During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live this summer, Casey joked about Ben’s career trajectory: “I don’t bust his balls anymore because his career has just taken a nosedive. I gotta build him back up, you know what I mean. It’s no fun, when a guy’s down here, to kick him. You gotta build him back up.” But don’t let that fool you—Casey is quick to acknowledge Ben’s talents whenever given the chance. “There are a lot of things I’ve learned from him,” Casey admitted. “He’s a very smart guy, good director.” Sounds like these brothers have each other’s backs, even if they like to rib each other every now and then.

Ready to learn more about Casey? Keep reading below!