Matt Damon isn’t about to let his best friend steal all the headlines this week.

With most of the free world discussing and debating the Ben Affleck-Jennifer Garner divorce, the former Oscar winner made some news of his own this week by debuting a new hairstyle.

Yes, Matt Damon is now sporting a ponytail.

It must be seen to be believed – and, fortunately, The Hollywood Gossip has the unique look covered from all angles, GIF style!

The actor showed off a jaw-dropping, hair-raising look at a press conference for his next movie, The Great Wall in Beijing, China, on Thursday.

Damon will portray a mercenary in search of treasure in the 15th-century-set science-fiction film.

Study the above photo(s) closely and try to decipher how you feel about Damon’s new ‘do.

Then, join us in wondering: Did Damon drive Affleck and Garner apart?!?

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