Ben Affleck was spotted playing fatherly duties in the sweltering Southern California heat as he picked up his son Finn Affleck in Santa Monica. The soaring temperatures made the actor sweat, but he still showed his dedication to parenting.
Known for his laid-back style, Affleck was spotted wearing a light blue button-down shirt paired with sleek black dress pants and matching shoes during a recent outing. His appearance in particular changed, darkening his beard and hair, exuding a fresh, sophisticated look.
© The Grosby Group Ben Affleck and Finn
Finn was wearing a black Pink Floyd T-shirt and short cargo pants. They completed the look with black shoes and graphic long socks.
© Grosby Group Finn Affleck
Ben ‘became a family man again’
Despite recently making a public appearance together in Los Angeles and reportedly having a romantic moment while having brunch with their children, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are still moving forward with divorce. are. Their bond over family matters was evident as they enjoyed relaxing and friendly time with their children during their outing.
“Family was very important to them and they were like family,” a source close to the couple told People magazine. According to sources, the actor maintained a positive attitude throughout their relationship, which strengthened their bond and had a positive impact on his relationship with his family.
© Grosby Group Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez briefly hold hands as they leave their daughter Violet’s high school graduation.
“The relationship is not over,” the source said, adding that JLo helped Ben “become a family again” while they were still together. Ben has three children with ex-wife Jennifer Garner: Violet, 18, Finn, 15, and Samuel, 12. Meanwhile, Ben has twins Emme and Max with Marc Anthony.
During their marriage, the couple was able to successfully create a blended family. But sources say they are “very different people.” A source explained that Jennifer is “very outgoing and enjoys going out,” whereas Jennifer is “more of an introvert and prefers to stay at home.”
A source told People that while fans may see the couple having lunch, “the couple is still working toward divorce,” and “financial details are being worked out amicably.” By the way,” he said.
“It was Ben Affleck’s idea to meet there,” a source told Page Six. “He seemed to want to show that they were friendly ex-lovers,” adding, “Once they were together, he couldn’t keep his hands off him.”
© Grosby Group PREMIUM EXCLUSIVE Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez appear to be on good terms as they met for Saturday lunch with their kids at the Beverly Hills Hotel
The actor recently moved from a rental property to a new $20 million pad. Affleck bought a new mansion after splitting from Jennifer Lopez in early 2024. Affleck filed for divorce two years after their lavish wedding in Georgia, citing “irreconcilable differences” as the motive for the divorce.
A source revealed that Jennifer was worried about Affleck’s mood. Lopez “spent a lot of time making sure Ben was happy and had everything he needed,” a source told the magazine. The way she cared for him was like that of a child,” they continued, “and her friends always told her that she was not responsible for his feelings. He was very moody and at times It’s dark. Jennifer values life in a different way. She’s very grateful for everything.”
