Ben Affleck seeks ex-wife Jennifer Garner’s help for THIS reason post split with Jennifer Lopez

Ben Affleck turns to Jennifer Garner for guidance as he looks for a new, “grounded and mature” partner. This follows his divorce from Jennifer Lopez. Affleck and Garner divorced in 2018 after a decade of marriage. They have maintained a civil and friendly relationship for the sake of their three children.

Ben Affleck leans on Jennifer Garner amid J.Lo divorce

Since they split in 2015, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner have consistently supported each other. They have been co-parents and have spent considerable time together with their kids. As 2024 approaches, Affleck is seeking Garner’s assistance again; this time to find a new romantic partner who meets his desire for someone more stable and mature.

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Ben Affleck’s relationship

Affleck and Lopez first fell in love in the early 2000s and became engaged in 2002, but their engagement ended in 2004. Shortly after, Affleck married Garner, a union that lasted nearly ten years before their separation. Affleck and Lopez reignited their romance in 2021 and married in 2022, but their relationship ultimately deteriorated, and they are now finalizing their divorce.

While Ben Affleck and JLo are said to be on rocky terms, his connection with Jennifer Garner remains strong. Both celebrated Thanksgiving together in 2024 at Garner’s home, alongside their children. According to a report from RadarOnline, Affleck respects Garner’s perspective on his personal life and seeks her help in identifying potential new partners.

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Affleck’s keen to connect with someone mature

“He’s ready for something real and thinks Jennifer has a knack for seeing through the nonsense and recognizing genuine people,” a source shared with RadarOnline. The insider added that Affleck is keen to connect with someone who is grounded and mature. And Garner appears willing to support him in this search, as she genuinely wants him to find happiness.

A separate source for Daily Mail noted that Ben Affleck is committed to prioritizing his recovery. It comes particularly after past struggles with alcoholism impacted his marriage to Jennifer Garner. “He is not willing to jeopardize his sobriety,” the insider emphasized.

Initially, Garner offered her support as Affleck faced the challenges of his divorce. But the emotional toll eventually became overwhelming for her. “Jen eventually reached a point where she felt like, ‘Sorry, you need to work this out on your own,’” another source revealed. Ultimately, “It’s not Jen’s circus, and she’s done with the drama,” the insider concluded.

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