Ben Affleck spent Father’s Day 2024 with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, sparking further speculation about the state of his marriage to Jennifer Lopez.
On Sunday, June 16, 2024, Garner was seen heading to Affleck’s $100K/month rented Brentwood, California residence, dressed casually in a gray V-neck sweater, white T-shirt, blue jeans, and periwinkle-colored sneakers. She accessorized with black sunglasses and carried a can of Waterloo Sparkling water.
After spending the day with their children, Affleck was photographed driving Garner back to her mansion in Brentwood Park. Their 11-year-old son, Samuel, was seen riding shotgun. The couple also shares daughters Violet, 18, and Seraphina, 14. Despite their divorce in 2018, Affleck and Garner have maintained a co-parenting relationship focused on their children.
Affleck’s current wife, Jennifer Lopez, was absent from the family gathering. However, she did post a tribute to Affleck on Instagram, calling him a “hero” and sharing a photo of him from his 2001 film “Pearl Harbor.” Lopez wrote, “Our hero. Happy Father’s Day,” alongside a white heart emoji in her post.
Lopez and Affleck, who rekindled their romance in 2021 and married in 2022, have recently been the subject of split rumors. According to a source, Lopez feels she “can do no more” to save their marriage. “Jenny has had enough, and she tried, but it’s not getting any better, it’s worse,” the source shared with the media. The couple has been living apart, with Lopez residing in their Beverly Hills mansion and Affleck in his rental.
Despite these issues, Lopez was seen with Affleck the day before Father’s Day. They were photographed returning to his Brentwood rental after spending time at their $60 million Bel Air mansion, which they recently put on the market. A source shared that Lopez and Affleck are “still friendly” despite their marital strain.
Affleck and Garner’s close relationship has often been cited as a positive example of co-parenting. Garner has previously spoken about their efforts to prioritize their children’s well-being.
However, the Father’s Day visit fuels rumors about Affleck and Lopez’s troubled marriage. An insider shared that the pair have “been facing difficulties for several months and are attempting to resolve them independently.” The source continued, “Jen has been struggling with the overall stress of daily life and her career. She has been going through highs and lows while trying to manage everything. She has immersed herself in work, which has consistently served as a way for her to remain occupied and distracted.”
Lopez and Affleck’s different approaches to public life have also been a point of contention. While Lopez enjoys sharing moments with her fans, Affleck prefers to keep his personal life private. This difference has reportedly caused friction in their relationship. In February, Lopez was busy promoting her visual album “This Is Me… Now: A Love Story.” Affleck supported her throughout the process. However, his discomfort with the public attention has been a source of tension.
In May, the couple held hands and attended their children’s events, suggesting they were still trying to make things work. However, the recent move to sell their shared Beverly Hills home has led to further speculation about their future.
Affleck and Lopez’s blended family has also been navigating these challenges. Lopez shares 16-year-old twins, Max and Emme, with her ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck’s children have been adjusting to their stepmother and stepsiblings. Despite the difficulties, the couple has tried to integrate their families and support each other’s parental roles.
