Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner Spotted Beaming on a Los Angeles Outing
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner radiate warmth and happiness during a delightful reunion in Los Angeles, exchanging friendly banter and enjoying each other's company with genuine smiles
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, both aged 51, showed once again that it is feasible to maintain a positive relationship with an ex. On Thursday, November 9, the ex-couple was observed meeting up in Santa Monica, California. Catching up over coffee, they were seen happily chatting and sharing smiles. Garner was dressed in a dark blue jacket and jeans, while Affleck sported a light blue puffer jacket, a sweater, and beige pants.
Affleck and Garner remain close as they co-parent their children, Violet (17), Seraphina (14), and Samuel (11). They first met on the set of Pearl Harbor in 2001 and reconnected three years later. They married in June 2005 and started a family together.
After ten years of marriage, Affleck and Garner announced their decision to divorce in 2015. They shared a joint statement saying, "After much thought and consideration, we have made the difficult decision to divorce. We will move forward with love and friendship, committed to co-parenting our children. We kindly ask for privacy during this challenging time. This will be our only statement regarding this personal matter. Thank you for your understanding."
According to a source exclusively speaking to We, coparenting has always been a continuous effort for Affleck and Garner.
The insider, in March 2020, revealed that although occasional challenges arise, both parties are dedicated to prioritizing the best interests of their children. They remain proactive by scheduling frequent meetings and check-ins, striving to be exemplary parents. Any disagreements they may have are kept private, with the focus on maintaining a positive and supportive environment for the kids.
Affleck and Garner have both publicly moved on after their breakup. Affleck, who was previously engaged to Jennifer Lopez from 2002 to 2004, rekindled his romance with the 54-year-old singer in early 2021.
Lopez announced in April 2022 that Affleck had proposed. They swiftly sealed the deal with a Las Vegas ceremony, just three months later. They further commemorated their love with a grander wedding in August 2022.
In the meantime, Garner has had an on-again, off-again relationship with John Miller since 2018. According to a second source, "She takes pride in displaying him to the world." The source also divulged that Garner is now more at ease and confident with John, as their connection has evolved into a stronger and more secure bond.
The insider added: “Jen and John are perfectly happy with the way things are right now.”
That same month, Garner issued a sweet message to Affleck in honor of Father’s Day.
"Sending heartfelt wishes on Father's Day to the most exceptional dad out there. (Despite a minor setback of losing my luggage on a connecting flight wearing jeans to church), we adore you, Dad. X," she wrote alongside a June Instagram post, showcasing a picture of herself with her parents. "PS Special shout-out to BGA—you love our children like no other, happy Father's Day, Ben! X."
