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Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner Shine Together After Jennifer Lopez’s Divorce

Actress Jennifer Garner and actor-director Ben Affleck arrive at the Oscars at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 24, 2013 in Hollywood, California. (Getty Images)

Ben Affleck appeared happier than ever upon his return to Los Angeles on Tuesday morning, alongside his ex-wife Jennifer Garner. This notable family moment occurred on the same day celebrating his two-year wedding anniversary to Jennifer Lopez, who has reportedly filed for divorce.

The 52-year-old actor, currently amid swirling divorce rumors from Lopez, 55, arrived back on the West Coast after dropping off his eldest daughter, Violet, at college in Connecticut.

Despite the significant day for his marriage to Lopez, Ben notably did not wear his wedding band, fueling further speculation about the status of his relationship with the singer-actress. The Oscar winner appeared relaxed and upbeat as he stepped off a private jet, accompanied by Jennifer Garner, 52, and their middle child, Fin, 15.

Jennifer Garner, with whom Ben shares three children from their 13-year marriage that ended in 2018, was by his side during this family moment.

The trio had just returned from dropping Violet, 18, at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, where she is set to begin her freshman year. Fin was seen wearing a Yale University sweatshirt, likely a recent purchase, signaling Violet’s official choice for her studies.

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck

As Ben and Jennifer Garner made their way through Los Angeles after their return, the actor was spotted behind the wheel of his black BMW, driving Garner away from the airport.

The two seemed relaxed, with the ease of co-parents who have weathered the ups and downs of their post-divorce relationship.

Jennifer Garner drove off with ex Ben after spending the weekend with him
Jennifer Garner drove off with ex Ben after spending the weekend with him

There’s been no indication that the former couple is romantically involved again, especially since Jennifer Garner is linked to her longtime boyfriend, tech CEO John Miller.

Still, the sight of Ben and Jennifer together on the same day as his two-year wedding anniversary to Jennifer Lopez raised some eyebrows.

Fans and media alike are closely monitoring the actor’s every move, especially given reports of Jennifer Lopez filing for divorce. Ben, dressed in a crisp white shirt left untucked, dark blue slacks, and Nike sneakers, seemed unfazed by the ongoing speculation.

Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben
Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben

He shielded his eyes behind aviator sunglasses and held a beverage in a plastic cup, presenting a fresh, relaxed look in contrast to the media storm surrounding him.

Jennifer Garner, for her part, kept it casual, wearing a black top and army green slacks, with her signature brown hair down and makeup-free. She held a book and an iPad, accessorized with an Apple Watch and a practical shoulder bag.

Fin completed the family portrait with her Yale sweatshirt, possibly a sign of sibling pride or a new addition to her wardrobe from their recent trip. She added a crossbody purse, cargo jeans, and blue sneakers to her laid-back look.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have split
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have split

The cozy family moment stood in stark contrast to the ongoing tension between Ben and his current wife, Jennifer Lopez, who he has not been photographed with since mid-June.

The silence surrounding their relationship, coupled with reports of them living separately, has led to increasing speculation that an official divorce announcement from the couple is on the horizon.

It was just two years ago, on August 20, 2022, that Ben and Jennifer Lopez hosted their extravagant formal wedding ceremony at his sprawling estate in Georgia.

The couple’s love story had captivated the world, rekindling their romance nearly two decades after their original engagement ended in 2004. Their whirlwind reunion, followed by their intimate Las Vegas wedding in July 2022, seemed like the ultimate Hollywood fairytale.

Source: Getty Images, Bellocqimages/Bauer-Griffin, AKGS, Instagram / @jlo, Christopher Polk/Golden Globes 2