Jennifer Garner was recently seen sharing a warm hug with her ex-husband Ben Affleck’s mother, Chris Boldt, amid swirling rumors of Affleck’s potential divorce from Jennifer Lopez. The touching moment took place on June 11, as the trio gathered to celebrate their son Samuel’s last day of school in Los Angeles.
Garner, Affleck, and Boldt appeared relaxed and happy during their meet-up. Garner sported a casual look with a blue zip-up hoodie and matching leggings, while Affleck wore a wine-colored shirt, gray zip-up sweatshirt, and blue jeans. Boldt complemented the casual vibe with a gray cardigan and black trousers.
The reunion was notably missing one person: Jennifer Lopez. Her absence has fueled ongoing speculation about the state of her marriage to Affleck. Despite the rumors, Lopez has been seen wearing her wedding ring, and neither she nor Affleck has publicly addressed the divorce whispers.
Sources have suggested that Garner has been stepping in to support Affleck during this turbulent time. An insider revealed that Garner has “dropped everything” to ensure Affleck doesn’t spiral out of control, emphasizing that he is still the father of her children and she wants to help him however she can.
Garner and Affleck, who were married from 2005 to 2018, have always been praised for their co-parenting skills. They share three children: Violet, 18, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12. Despite their divorce, they have maintained a strong, supportive relationship, which was evident during their recent outing with Boldt.
The rumors of trouble in paradise for Affleck and Lopez have been persistent. Reports suggest that the couple is quietly trying to sell their $60 million mansion, with Affleck allegedly moving into a rental property in Brentwood, close to Garner’s residence. This move has only added fuel to the speculation about their marital woes.
Lopez, on the other hand, has been busy with her professional commitments. She was recently seen enjoying lunch with Affleck’s daughter Violet in Beverly Hills, looking stunning in a gray dress and black heels. Despite her busy schedule, Lopez has been spotted without her wedding ring on several occasions, further igniting divorce rumors.
The couple’s last public appearance together was at Samuel’s basketball game on June 2, where they were seen sharing a kiss on the cheek. However, Affleck attended Violet’s graduation party alone, which has only intensified the speculation about their relationship.
Insiders have claimed that Affleck is struggling to keep up with Lopez’s high-profile lifestyle. Garner, who has been a steady presence in Affleck’s life, reportedly blames Lopez for the pressure Affleck is under. Despite this, Garner remains supportive, wanting the best for her ex-husband and their children.
Lopez’s professional life has also faced challenges recently. Her $90 million Las Vegas residency deal is reportedly in jeopardy due to low ticket sales for her upcoming tour. She has canceled several shows, and the tour has been rebranded to focus on her greatest hits rather than her latest album.
Amidst all this, Affleck has been busy filming “The Accountant 2,” a sequel to his 2016 action film. Despite the personal turmoil, he has remained professional and focused on his work, showing up early to set and maintaining a positive attitude.
As the rumors continue to swirl, it remains to be seen what the future holds for Affleck and Lopez. For now, Garner’s support and the strong co-parenting relationship she shares with Affleck seem to be a source of stability for the actor during this challenging time.
