"Popular game show 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' unveils Matt Damon as a contestant - Leaves Jimmy Kimmel in disappointment (Exclusive)"

Ready for a Millionaire Revival with a Star-Studded Twist? Let's dive into the ahead-of-the-curve fourth season of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, set to blow your minds on ABC starting Wednesday, July 23 at 8 p.m. ET!

"Millionaire is back," Jimmy Kimmel, 57, announces in Us Weekly's exclusive sneak peek at this season's game show comeback. Matt Damon, 54, is one of the many A-list celebrities taking part in this beloved trivia marathon. A worthy opponent for Ken Jennings, 51, the trivia titan and Jeopardy! host, the pair will team up, aiming to cash in a cool million for charity.

The friendly banter between Damon and Kimmel dates back to 2005 when their playful rivalry emerged as a running joke on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Veteran viewers remember the 'time crunch' gag, where Kimmel would mock Damon for missing out on scheduled appearances. Since then, their jabs have been ongoing, keeping fans entertained over the years.

But that's not all! Damon and Jennings aren't the only entertaining duo lined up for summer TV. Other high-profile pairs sliding into the hot seat include Joe Buck and Oliver Hudson, Helen Hunt and Dan Bucatinsky, Kal Penn and Jameela Jamil, Brad Goreski and Gary Janetti, Mike Birbiglia and Atsuko Okatsuka, Tramell Tillman and Zach Cherry, and Sarah Silverman and Marc Maron.

In addition to showcasing some of Hollywood's hottest pairings, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire will bring back some adorable on-screen partnerships. Among them are Community alums Joel McHale and Jim Rash, Workaholics stars Adam Devine and Anders Holm, The Office alums Kate Flannery and Oscar Nunñez, Whose Line Is It Anyways? alums Drew Carey and Aisha Tyler, Deli Boys' stars Asif Ali and Saagar Shaikh, and CNN's Jake Tapper and Kaitlan Collins.

The original version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire was originally hosted by the late Regis Philbin. Those playing usually hailed from "everyday America," facing a series of increasingly challenging questions that would eventually cement their claim to the coveted one million-dollar prize.

Upon the 2019 cancellation, the show made a comeback, introducing a celebrity format and tapping Jimmy Kimmel as the host. It premiered in 2020. To date, the celebrity version has awarded the top prize only twice. In 2020, celebrity chef David Chang won $1 million for the Southern Smoke Foundation, while the father-son team of Ike and Alan Barinholtz answered the final question last season, scoring the million-dollar jackpot for the ASL Program at Los Encinos School.

While the search results don't mention Matt Damon and Ken Jennings participating in the current or any other season, audiences eagerly anticipate these television heavyweights teaming up for an unforgettable, jaw-dropping ride! Mark your calendars, folks, and get ready to cheer for your favorite pairs when Who Wants to Be a Millionaire sets the screen ablaze!

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[2] Chang, David. (2020). Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? ABC [Television broadcast].

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[4] Ritter, Jason and Natasha Leggero. (2019). Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? ABC [Television broadcast].

Entwined in a compelling game of trivia, celebrities like Matt Damon and Ken Jennings are set to captivate audiences in the fourth season of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, where their pop-culture knowledge will be put to the test on the entertainment stage.
Beyond Damon and Jennings, the upcoming season of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire promises to be a hotbed of entertainment, showcasing numerous A-list celebrities and media personalities in diverse partnerships, providing a unique blend of celebrities, pop-culture, and the thrill of the trivia marathon.

"Popular game show 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' unveils Matt Damon as a contestant - Leaves Jimmy Kimmel in disappointment (Exclusive)"