Ben Affleck shows off dyed beard amid divorce from Jennifer Lopez, Internet says 'it looks spray-painted'

SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA: Ben Affleck made a striking appearance in Santa Monica, California, on October 3, showcasing a newly dyed darker beard and mustache that replaced his usual salt-and-pepper facial hair during his divorce from Jennifer Lopez.

The 52-year-old Oscar-winning actor chose a business casual look, wearing a blue button-up shirt, black slacks, and dress shoes, as per Page Six.

Ben Affleck shows off newly dyed darker beard and mustache

Although a representative for Affleck did not respond to Page Six's request for comment, fans noted this isn't the first time the 'Air' star has changed his facial hair color.

In 2020, Affleck showcased a similar transformation that caused a frenzy among fans. Celebrity colorist Michael Canalé commented on that occasion, stating, “It ages him a little bit, it’s a little too dark along with the beard and it looks unnatural."

“A professional colorist wouldn’t have made it so matte,” implying that Affleck’s previous dye job was probably done at home. His latest style change occurs amid his ongoing divorce from Jennifer Lopez.

The 55-year-old singer filed for divorce from Affleck on August 20, marking the second anniversary of their extravagant Georgia wedding, after months of speculation regarding their relationship status.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's divorce

Concerns grew when Jennifer Lopez attended the 2024 Met Gala solo, despite her prominent role as a co-chair. She later confirmed their separation, officially stating the date as April 26, 2024, and citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split.

The couple, who rekindled their romance after being engaged in the early 2000s, briefly reignited reconciliation rumors when they were spotted “holding hands and kissing” during a family lunch at the Beverly Hills Hotel on September 14, as per Page Six.

However, insiders clarified that they were “still moving forward with the divorce” and were “working out financial details amicably.”

The divorce is expected to be costly for both parties, especially since they did not sign a prenuptial agreement before eloping in Las Vegas in July 2022. An insider previously remarked, “In the end, it’s gonna be the most elaborate and expensive exercise in closure ever.”

Despite the complexities of their separation, Affleck and Lopez appear to be navigating the process together. They were recently seen meeting with celebrity divorce attorney Laura Wasser at her Los Angeles office on September 23, indicating a collaborative approach to their split.

Internet reacts to Ben Affleck's new look 

Ben Affleck's recent appearance sparked a wave of reactions online, with fans weighing in on his new look.

One viewer said, "Ben, you don’t have to! Please acknowledge your age!! You know older men are sexier! Besides you look better and better for each year!"

Another viewer said, "Not sure what to call this look. Ben Affleck has had so many mid-life crises that at this point, we need a new term for how tragically bad he looks."

One viewer noted, "Why’d he use a Sharpie tho."

A follower observed, "He looks like junior."

One comment read, "It looks spray-painted on."

Another comment read, "It’s a hard no."

"Omg this is soo fucking bad," explained one person.

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