Jennifer Garner helps ex-husband Ben Affleck find non-Hollywood love after divorce from Jennifer Lopez
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Ben Affleck is reportedly seeking guidance from his ex-wife Jennifer Garner as he navigates life after his divorce from Jennifer Lopez.
According to reports, Affleck has reached out to Garner for assistance in finding a partner who is grounded and outside the Hollywood limelight, as reported by Radar Online.
Ben Affleck is seeking a fresh start after Jennifer Lopez's divorce
A source revealed, “He’s ready for something real and feels like Jennifer (Garner) is great at cutting through the BS and sniffing out genuine people. He’s on the hunt for someone grounded and mature, having had enough of Hollywood divas and gold diggers.”
Garner, who was married to Affleck from 2005 to 2018, is reportedly on board with helping him find love again. "She wants to see Ben happy and loves that she’ll have a say because whoever he dates is going to be around her kids," the source added.
The former couple shares three children -- Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12, and have maintained a strong friendship post-divorce. Garner has also been a steady presence during Affleck's struggles, including his battle with alcohol addiction.
Affleck’s decision to avoid dating within Hollywood highlights his desire for a more grounded relationship. This marks a notable shift after his high-profile romance and subsequent split from Lopez. Affleck and Lopez’s divorce has been challenging, but reports suggest he is ready to move forward with Garner’s support.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s love story has seen its fair share of twists and turns. First capturing the public’s imagination in the early 2000s, their rekindled romance two decades later felt like a fairytale reboot.
In 2022, fans celebrated their highly anticipated union when the couple exchanged vows. However, their story took an unexpected turn when Lopez officially filed for divorce on August 20, 2024, citing a separation date of April 26.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner unite for a cause on Thanksgiving
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Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner proved that co-parenting can come with moments of unity as they reunited this Thanksgiving to volunteer at a Los Angeles charity event. The former couple, known for their amicable relationship post-divorce, wore matching aprons with the phrase “I love the Midnight Mission” while serving meals to those in need.
The pair, along with their children, participated in the Midnight Mission’s efforts, helping provide meals to over 2,000 homeless and near-homeless individuals. Photographs captured their teamwork and warmth, with one candid shot showing Affleck leaning in to whisper to Garner, both smiling as they collaborated for the greater good.
Affleck sported a dark button-up shirt under his apron, while Garner opted for a cozy blue sweater and jeans, her hair styled in a simple updo. Their children also joined them in this meaningful act of giving.
