There are some photos that have surfaced that have brought Jennifer Garner’s relationship with John Miller and her co-parenting situation with Ben Affleck all into focus again.

Photos of the Alias star and John Miller kissing were published in various publications. Page Six has termed the photos as “ionate.” The two lovebirds were caught mid-smooch in a rare instance of PDA near Miller’s Los Angeles home. The kiss has started buzzing around the rumor mills not just because of the timing, but because it’s wildly out of character for the usually private Garner.

Since Ben Affleck got divorced from Jennifer Lopez, there’s been plenty of talk about who he might date next, but one rumor that just won’t die is the idea of Garner getting back with him. Something that could be… complicated, considering she’s co-parenting and emotionally spot-cleaning for the former Batman as he continues his struggle with singlehood. She’s been fairly clear that she’s moved on from their marriage and is in a happy relationship with businessman John Miller.

The kiss put a damper on the speculation that Garner might be considering being the next Jennifer who gets back together with him. That speculation really ramped up in March when photos of Ben Affleck hugging Garner at a family event went viral. The two share three kids and are famous enough that even their side hugs spark dating rumors and think pieces.

Reportedly, back in March when those pictures of Affleck and Garner came out, Miller gave Garner an ultimatum on their relationship. He was apparently not thrilled by the limbo that’s defined their dynamic and has reportedly been in an on-and-off relationship with Garner since 2018. Miller’s been fine with the co-parenting arrangement, but sources say Ben’s embrace of Garner was seen as stepping on toes.

Page Six claims that the picture is not just a photo but a public declaration of who she’s chosen. The publication sees this picture as a direct response to Miller’s reported ultimatum. Ben Affleck, on the other hand, would apparently be open to giving his relationship with Garner another chance if the timing were ever right, according to sources. Those same sources, however, also offered a dose of reality: even Ben knows it’s unlikely. He’s apparently focusing on his new chapter now — ideally one with fewer surprise paparazzi shots.

The three’s relationship is pretty complex. Sources also gave Garner’s much-needed perspective on the matter. Apparently, the actress does not feel the same way about her ex-husband. As the kiss suggests, she’s apparently pretty happy with Miller. Garner has a great co-parenting relationship with Ben and would very much like to keep it that way.

This time, the background reporting actually aligns with the little public evidence that exists. The life of public figures is one long tightrope walk — every single decision and lapse is recorded and analyzed, not just by the public but even by the people closest to them. It’s good that Jennifer Garner has finally decided to use that power with intentionality.

Jessica Alba’s recent divorce started predictable whirlwind rumors about who she would be dating next — and an answer has finally been found. Kind of.

Alba had been married to Cash Warren and boasted a 20-year marriage with 3 children. During that time, Alba significantly stepped back from her acting career and focused on her Honest Company, making it one of the most successful baby product companies. The two had a rather harmonious breakup, and Alba released a personal statement on her Instagram thanking Cash for being by her side as they grew together throughout all those years. They cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason they broke up.

Honestly, good for Alba and Cash for not creating a dramatic scene as they broke up. Still, everyone was interested in who Alba was going to date next. Getting out of a marriage is obviously emotionally taxing, so people tend to take things slower. It’s very rare to find someone who immediately jumps into another relationship. Well, unless you’re trying to win a breakup. And that’s exactly what sources claimed Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were trying to do. Rumors immediately started swirling around Hollywood that Ben Affleck had his eye on Jessica Alba.

Seemingly, we finally have more answers. Page Six recently came out with a report that pictured Jessica Alba and a new faceless beau. Alba and the unidentified were spotted in Regent’s Park in London, snuggled up as they enjoyed nature. The two were seen picking flowers while dressed in the most casual attire and notably trying to look as unidentifiable to the camera as they possibly could. But does the picture show that it’s Ben Affleck? It’s hard to tell because the face is never on camera but the rumor mill certainly would suggest that it is.

Reports came out recently that stated Affleck has had a crush on Alba for years. The actor apparently has been looking to take their relationship to the next level. And while there’s no face to confirm that it is indeed Affleck, he certainly has never had any affection for dealing with the press in regards to his relationships.

His disgust of the paparazzi is long-documented, with memes that kind of sadly justify why they never leave him alone. Ben Affleck on a coffee run. Ben Affleck on a beach. The internet just cannot get enough of him. Another report also recently came out that he may still not be over Ana de Armas — and that seeing her around Tom Cruise is apparently making him jealous. Which, if true, would be bewildering considering he had an entire marriage since they last broke up.

It doesn’t seem like Affleck is dating anyone famous right now, and honestly, hopefully things remain the same. Or at least he keeps things private. He is truly one of our finest movie stars, and he can simply never get a handle on his private life. To be fair, most people can’t — but with him, it just goes on to overshadow his impressive work.

The funny memes of him looking depressed on a Dunkin’ Donuts run, though? That can stay. It’s hilariously growing into one of his most impressive emotional works. Certainly better than whatever he was doing on Live By Night.

Ben Affleck’s breakup with Ana de Armas will forever be iconized in pop culture thanks to that ridiculous paparazzi photo where a heavily masked man (allegedly Casey Affleck) threw a cardboard cutout of Ana de Armas into the trash. We’ve somehow gotten a long-overdue update.

According to Daily Mail — which is a publication you certainly can believe if you choose to — Ben Affleck is deeply “jealous” of his friend Tom Cruise’s supposed relationship with Ana de Armas. Lately, Tom Cruise has been spotted with Ana de Armas taking strolls in London, flying in helicopters, and perhaps more illuminatingly, spending time together on Valentine’s Day.

Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas have not yet confirmed that they’re actually together. Tom Cruise is one of the most famous individuals in the world, and it’s understandable that he doesn’t want us in his business… but it’s very unlikely that you’d go out on a date on Valentine’s Day with someone who is just a friend. And going with that assumption, this would probably be the first time he’s been open to being seen publicly with someone he’s dating since Katie Holmes.

Now, according to Daily Mail, Ben Affleck is not necessarily happy for his fellow action star. Despite Affleck moving on rather quickly and getting married and then divorced in the four years since they were together, he reportedly still has feelings for his former beau. The Daily Mail’s famous anonymous sources even claim that Affleck’s friends have been jokingly suggesting that he get with Katie Holmes now. A Hollywood wife-swap, if you will.

But it doesn’t even end there. Reports suggest Ben Affleck is being “weird.” Affleck is apparently also jealous of Tom Cruise’s career, and feels like if he had stayed with Ana de Armas, he would have been “saved” from his chaotic, short-lived re-coupling with Jennifer Lopez. Whether this means Ben Affleck will be jumping out of planes in The ant 3 remains to be seen.

This all comes without a single shred of proof that Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise are even actually dating. CheatSheet reports that while the two have been spotted — even recently — on their way to David Beckham’s 50th birthday party, they were actually not showcasing any PDA, so it was difficult for anyone to tell. When they’re ready — or if they’re ready — they’ll probably just post a picture on Instagram like Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid recently did.

It cannot be stressed enough just how protective Tom Cruise is these days with his personal life. After his fallout during the era when he was outspokenly wearing his religion on his sleeve and telling people what he thought of antidepressants, he was turned into a pariah in Hollywood. It’s understandable that now, having worked his reputation back to the top, he’s not willing to give that up right away. One wrong sentence can take people right back into psychoanalyzing him. He even recently, and politely, declined to give his take on Trump’s Hollywood tariffs.

Tom Cruise seems like he’s in a very peaceful place in his life.

At this point in his career, Ben Affleck is an elder statesman of Hollywood. There’s little he can’t do, and there’s even less he hasn’t experienced — chief among them being the harassment of the paparazzi. Affleck recently revealed that they’re the reason he always looks so grumpy in photos, and he even speculates they may have played a role in Britney Spears’ infamous breakdown.

During the press tour for the excellent The ant 2, Ben Affleck has been more forthcoming than usual. He hasn’t been shy about discussing how he raises his children, his proudest career moments, and even where he sees the industry heading. So when he stopped by This Past Weekend with Theo Von, fans of the podcast already knew a gem would be mined. Theo Von has this unique way of interviewing — the kind where Mark Zuckerberg’s bonkers personality can unravel, just from being asked what he thinks about coffee.

To be fair, Zuckerberg is also the guy who thinks the best use of AI is creating an Instagram reel that chats with s and sells them ads directly — so that shouldn’t be too hard.

When Theo sat down with Affleck, he was more interested in why Affleck always looks like the most miserable person alive. Affleck has long served meme galleries across the internet — whether he’s on a coffee run to his beloved Dunkin’ Donuts or holding the door open for his off-again-on-again-then-off-again partner J.Lo, Ben Affleck almost always looks like he’d rather be anywhere else.

Affleck explained to Theo that it only looks odd because the photos and videos never show the “poking of the tiger,” just the reaction. He then shifted his thoughts to the long-battered Britney Spears, expressing that “years and years” ago, during the early 2000s, when they were both coming up, he felt a “lot of empathy” for her. Affleck said, “I don’t know because I don’t know her. But I do know that the cycle of having people harangue you and yell at you and hassle you and follow you — it seemed like that itself was kind of whipping up the whole thing into a tizzy.”

“That’s the first time I thought this is kind of a weird, unintentional — I think culturally — but kind of collective cruelty where what’s taken out of the image that you see are the people around waving the stick at the tiger or poking on it.”

Affleck and his family have long been critical of the paparazzi. In 2013, his ex-wife Jennifer Garner was at the forefront of championing a law that made it illegal for paparazzi to harass or publish images of minors — mostly the children of celebrities — without parental consent. Hollywood has them to thank for the blurring out of children’s faces in those school pickup shots or other moments where people should just be able to live without fuss.

Spears, unfortunately, had that particular breakdown to thank for her years-long conservatorship, which only ended recently after an intense fan campaign. Paparazzi are, ultimately, just trying to make a living — and under normal circumstances, there’s a glimmer of empathy in that. But their approach can, at times, be far too aggressive.

If you want to celebrate these stars and document them, then it’s best to build a rapport. It’s not just good business — it’s good manners.

Allowing your partner’s ex-husband into your life, seeing him spend holiday after holiday with her, witnessing their paparazzi pictures, and watching all this from the sidelines because you are a ive partner. Sounds like hell, doesn’t it? That’s John Miller’s life right now, and if reports are true, it is about to get much worse.

It is now almost a year since Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez went their separate ways. At the time, it made sense that he would rely on Jennifer Garner, his safe corner in the world, despite their divorce. He sought the comfort of spending time with his kids and his ex-wife-slash-friend, who has been there for him in his toughest times. But even now, when the divorce has been officialized, the Good Will Hunting allegedly shows no signs of acknowledging that his ex-wife is in a pretty serious relationship that is probably suffering because of his constant presence.

What do you think can make it even worse for Miller? Affleck and Garner merging their professional lives as well.

As RadarOnline’s source, the actor wants to work with Garner again – they last starred as the lead couple in Marvel’s Daredevil. According to the source, he wants to star with her in a film and possibly produce films with her under his studio company, Artists Equity (which he founded with his friend and fellow actor Matt Damon).

“That friendship is going to make it very easy for Garner to work with Matt and Affleck’s studio, and even get some of her own projects done. She has a special voice as a filmmaker, with a gift for romantic comedies and feel-good stuff, as opposed to the dramas and thrillers Ben and Matt usually make.”

But as per the outlet, this is the opposite of the distance Miller has been demanding Garner bring between her and Affleck since he doesn’t trust his girlfriend will be able to fend of her ex-husband’s attempts to cross the lines.

“For Jen, working with Ben’s studio would be a no-brainer. Even if Ben blurs the boundaries between them, she knows where to draw the line. But that’s likely not enough to keep John happy.”

Miller, Garner, or even Affleck are yet to address the growing rumours around their odd dynamic. But since the actor broke his silence in hopes of ending Lopez’s victim image, maybe his newfound willingness to talk about his personal life will also allow him to explain why he is content being the third wheel in his ex-wife’s relationship.

The ongoing story of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck after their divorce has taken another turn. This time focusing on the sale of their luxurious Beverly Hills home. Priced at a steep $68 million, the massive 38,000-square-foot house has not drawn any serious buyers, creating a major problem for the former couple.

According to TMZ, The issue comes down to a disagreement over the price. Affleck reportedly wants to lower it significantly, while Lopez firmly believes the home is worth the full amount. They bought the mansion in May 2023 for $60.85 million, but it has quickly become a point of conflict. Both Affleck and Lopez reportedly regret the purchase.

Affleck thought the location was too far from his kids, and Lopez felt the house was much bigger than she needed. These regrets and the current state of the real estate market have made selling the property much harder than expected.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez can’t agree on a mansion sales price

The high asking price is the main reason for the lack of serious offers. Several real estate agents agree that the price must drop by at least 15% to attract buyers in today’s luxury market. One serious offer of $64 million was made, but the deal fell apart during the closing process. While Lopez was reportedly open to this offer, she has been unwilling to accept any bigger price cuts.

Another complication is the huge annual insurance cost, which is estimated to be around $500,000. This cost has gone up because of the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, and it is scaring away potential buyers, making the sale even more difficult. The combination of high insurance costs and the steep asking price creates a major financial obstacle for anyone interested.

The mansion is the last big asset Affleck and Lopez shared after their divorce earlier this year. The details of their divorce settlement are private, but their ongoing argument over the sale price shows that there are still unresolved issues between them, even after legally separating. Their inability to agree on a price has led to a standoff, leaving both of them in a tough spot.

The large amount of money involved, along with the emotional ties they have to the property from their shared past, has turned the sale of the mansion into both a financial and emotional challenge. For now, the $68 million Beverly Hills mansion stands as a reminder of their unresolved past, rather than a step toward a financially settled future.

For all intents and purposes, Ben Affleck seems ready – even eager – to leave behind every trace and evidence of his rekindled romance and subsequent marriage with Jennifer Lopez. But the “On the Floor” appears to harbor no such intentions.

While the ex-couple has compromised on a number of matters – reportedly choosing to end their cold war thanks to Jennifer Garner – JLo is refusing to budge on the sale of their $68 million marital home in Beverly Hills, California. It has not seen a new buyer for eight months now since they listed it back in July 2024. 

As per a report by TMZ, the ex-couple paid a way too high price for the house – close to $61 million – when they bought it back in 2023, at the peak of their marital bliss. And now, their asking price is even higher, which is what is driving away any potential buyers.

Now, The Flash actor reportedly has no qualms about lowering the asking price as long as it gets the house sold. But Lopez is not ready to let it go that easily and is sticking to the current price, allegedly dragging the whole process.

But Ben Affleck has bigger problems – like gaining the approval of his children

During his latest appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the actor revealed that his kids – Violet, 19, Seraphina, 16, and Samuel, 13 – don’t go easy on him when watching him films. Unlike his peers who may simper at his less worthy films, his children prefer to go “very tough” on him and “don’t censor their criticism.”

“They’ll sit right next to me watching a movie and while it’s happening [say], ‘This is terrible. I mean, this is terrible. Why did you do this?’”

For them, Affleck’s worst film is Armageddon, which they labeled “stupid” right off the bat. “My son was like, ‘This doesn’t make sense,’” Affleck continued. “[I replied], ‘This is not a logic-based film! That is not one of the criteria we used making this!’” Apparently, his kids liking his films is a rarity, and even then, their compliments are more shock than appreciation. “They were shocked as if I got lucky, like this magical accident happened and something I did was OK!” he added.

So technically, he can’t convince his ex to let the house go that continues to keep them in each other’s orbits and nor can the Golden Globe winner win over his kids’ approval. What a pickle.

Ever since their split, the narrative of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s separation has always skewed towards painting The Flash actor as the perpetrator and the “On The Floor” singer as the one who got her heart broken by the same man she dared to love again. But evidently, she contributed in her own way to their relationship’s demise for a second time – this time, by deliberately exposing it to a “landmine” that Affleck has always run away from his whole life.

While the couple was still married and giving the world hope that love finds its way back, Affleck shared his widely known dislike of paparazzi and his major aversion to putting his personal life on social media. But JLo never had such qualms. She is social media savvy, posting on Instagram like the pro she is, and getting married to Affleck didn’t change it.

“My wife’s a genius at that,” he shared with The Hollywood Reporter. “I don’t know if there’s anybody who understands Instagram better than her.”

But he still sees these actions, this desire to put out your life in the open for others to see and judge, as a danger that should be avoided since his past “really painful experience” made him “guarded.”

Back in 2021, during his appearance on The Howard Stern Show, he didn’t hold back while discussing his struggles with alcoholism. He shared that he felt “trapped” in his marriage with Jennifer Garner, and the feeling further exacerbated his addiction. Soon after, media outlets took out his statements from a two-hour interview and portrayed them as if he were blaming his ex-wife for his drinking. He clarified his statements later, stressing that he would never say something like that about Garner. But the damage was done, and it scarred him for life since allowing himself to be “really vulnerable” blew up on his face.

Though Affleck and Lopez have never really addressed the root cause of what brought about the end of Bennifer 2.0, sources and insiders have often commented how it was the singer’s flashy and overly publicized life (and how okay she was with it) that drove the actor away. Despite his obvious abhorrence of interviews and sharing his personal life, Affleck did open up about his divorce from Lopez, claiming that contrary to the wide-ranging speculations, it was all very drama-free, that “there’s no scandal, no soap opera, no intrigue.”

Ben Affleck’s time playing Batman in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) was, to say the least, an uncomfortable experience. While fans ired the dark, serious energy he brought to the role, behind the scenes, Affleck struggled because of the famously difficult-to-wear Batsuit. The actor speaks openly about disliking the costume, calling it “horrendous” and a major problem during filming.

Affleck told GQ that the biggest issue was how hot the suit got. Made from thick layers of Lycra and foam, the Batsuit didn’t let air flow through. This turned every scene into what felt like a personal sauna for Affleck. The tight cowl and lack of ventilation trapped his body heat, making him sweat heavily.

Affleck described the feeling as “pouring water,” and it wasn’t just a minor annoyance. The extreme heat slowed production because he and the other actors could only wear the suit for short periods before needing breaks to avoid overheating. Even professional stunt performers, who are used to tough conditions, could only last about 45 to 50 minutes at a time before needing relief.

The Ben Affleck’s Batman (Batfleck) suit was hard to keep on

Apparently, the constant need to cool down and change costumes disrupted filming schedules repeatedly. Putting the suit on was also a major task. It took around 25 minutes and required up to six people to help him into it. Although costume designer Michael Wilkinson praised the suit’s “incredible engineering” and flexibility, which allowed Affleck to move naturally, the actor’s experience suggests that looks were prioritized over comfort.

Affleck said, “I hated the batsuits. The batsuits are horrendous to wear. They’re incredibly hot, for one thing. They don’t breathe. They’re made to look the way they want ‘em to look, and there’s no thought put into the human being.”

The discomfort wasn’t just physical; it also took away from the heroic feeling Affleck was supposed to have while playing Batman. Instead of feeling powerful, he was constantly battling exhaustion and overheating, leaving him sweaty and struggling to stay focused on set.

“… it also does not make you feel very heroic because you’re instantly exhausted and really sweaty and kinda trying to hide like, the sweat pouring down your face. Like, ‘No, we can go again. I’m fine. I’m good.’ And then there’ll be like – eye black is like, running.” Affleck said.

Interestingly, Affleck isn’t the only Batman actor who has dealt with an uncomfortable suit. While he has hinted that Christian Bale and Robert Pattinson might have handled the heat better, the history of difficult-to-wear Batsuits is well known. George Clooney’s much-mocked “nipple suit” from Batman & Robin is a famous example of style being chosen over practicality. Still, Affleck’s honest and detailed description shows just how much discomfort he personally went through, proving how hard the costume was on his body and mood.

The uncomfortable Batsuit was definitely a big reason he decided to leave the role. While he has said he had “a really good time” playing the character, he also pointed out that the DCEU movies appealed to fewer people, with even his son being too scared to watch them.

The Los Angeles premiere of The ant 2 wasn’t just about showing off Ben Affleck’s new movie. It was also a chance for him to publicly praise his ex-wife, Jennifer Lopez. Even though they finalized their divorce in January 2025, Affleck is still sending praise Lopez’s way.

As found by ET and TMZ, The event was full of famous guests, including co-stars Jon Bernthal and J.K. Simmons, as well as reality TV stars like Larsa Pippen, Heidi and Spencer Pratt, Jason Oppenheim, and comedian Matt Rife. However, the main focus stayed on Affleck’s kind words about Lopez. Despite their divorce, Affleck had nothing but good things to say about her.

He especially talked about how close she was with his kids and how much she had helped them. Lopez’s own children were even at the premiere, which showed how friendly things still were between them after the split. Affleck said their attendance was because they liked the movie, but it also proved that the families were still on good .

Ben Affleck won’t stop complimenting ex-wife Jennifer Lopez

Affleck said, “Jennifer Lopez is spectacular, great to my kids, great ongoing relationship with them. I love her kids. They are wonderful. She’s enormously important, tremendous person of a lot of integrity, who I adore and I’m grateful to.”

Affleck’s compliments weren’t just a one-time thing. He made it clear that he was annoyed by how the media always tries to make stories more dramatic by focusing on negativity. He insisted he only had positive things to say about Lopez and called her an incredibly important person with strong character.

This focus on staying positive was very different from how most famous couples are treated when they break up since they usually face a lot of harsh criticism.

Lopez didn’t show up at the premiere, but Affleck’s comments still said a lot about their relationship now. Her absence might have been a choice to keep their personal lives private, but his constant praise showed that they still respected each other and wanted to keep things healthy, especially for the sake of co-parenting.

Interestingly, Affleck’s own life seems to have influenced his role in The ant 2, per Page Six. While promoting the movie, he talked about how his character struggles with dating and relationships, something he itted he could relate to. He joked about how awkward his character is at flirting, saying it’s something a lot of people go through.

He even shared a funny story about his character trying to line dance on a date, hinting that his own dating experiences helped make his performance feel more real.

Ben Affleck recently shared honest thoughts about how complicated relationships can be, especially early on, while promoting his new movie, The ant 2. His comments come right after his divorce from Jennifer Lopez was finalized, giving some insight into his personal views on dating and handling romance. Affleck connected his own experiences to those of his character, Christian Wolff, in the film, pointing out similarities between Wolff’s struggles with dating and his own.

In The ant 2, Wolff, who is a highly skilled ant, has a hard time trying to start a relationship. Affleck mentioned to Page Six that he related to Wolff’s discomfort with flirting and expressing himself. He talked about how everyone faces challenges at the beginning of a relationship—like not knowing if the other person is interested or worrying about being rejected.

Affleck compared Wolff’s awkward attempts at romance to the nervousness many people feel when trying to connect with someone. The movie even shows Wolff trying to push past his discomfort, like in a scene where he goes line dancing on a date—something Affleck joked he probably wouldn’t be doing professionally anytime soon.

Ben Affleck can’t flirt with women, actor reveals after Jennifer Lopez divorce

Affleck’s discussion about his character’s dating life and relationships in general comes shortly after his divorce from Jennifer Lopez was finalized in January 2025. They got married in July 2022, but she filed for divorce in August 2024. Affleck has said publicly that their split was friendly and not dramatic. He spoke respectfully about Lopez, making it clear their breakup was ordinary, unlike the way celebrity divorces are often exaggerated in the media.

This seems like his way of avoiding gossip and keeping things civil with his ex. Before his marriage to Lopez, Affleck was married to Jennifer Garner from 2005 to 2018. They have three kids together. His long relationship with Garner, followed by his shorter marriage to Lopez, adds context to his recent comments about romance.

The differences between these two relationships are pretty staggering. Since his divorce from Lopez, there have been rumors per People about Affleck dating again, though he hasn’t confirmed anything. Some reports say he’s been seeing people casually, but not much is known. There’s also been speculation that he might be getting back together with Garner, but neither of them has confirmed that.

Affleck has maintained a low profile since the divorce, even with the media constantly watching. His current dating life, which seems quieter and less public than before, might be a sign that he’s focusing more on keeping things private.

Marvel might not have given Jennifer Garner a proper chance to be a superhero, but at the end of the day, it may have saved the sinking boat that was her, Ben Affleck, and Jennifer Lopez’s expired love triangle.

Now, rumors have been flying left and right about how broken-hearted Lopez has been over her split from Affleck and how Garner is all but ready to fall into her ex-husband’s arms. The latter sounds exceptionally impossible since she has experienced the unhinged and chaotic version of The Flash star, and one would think that would be enough to stop any errant thoughts of reconciliation in their tracks, especially when she has a beau like John Miller. As for JLo, she did what Garner has sidestepped – she got back together with Affleck after breaking their engagement all those years ago. She couldn’t be that eager to do it all over again for the third time.

So, that’s when The Post dug out a source who painted a much different picture.

“I’d say they’re both relieved to be done with him. Ben’s an emotional roller coaster. He’s even been reaching out to Jennifer [Lopez] again recently. The two Jennifers are actually friends. They bonded over co-parenting their kids. I don’t know why the press feels they have to pit women against each other.”

The source alleged that both Jennifers have learned their lesson and have no desire whatsoever to bring Affleck back into their lives.

But a clean break from the actor is not entirely possible for his two ex-wives. He has three kids with Garner, who are practically besties with JLo’s twins. And for the sake of her children, she needs Affleck to be on good with Lopez, enough to ensure that the “On The Floor” singer’s kids remain in touch with her three kids. So, even if Garner is not directly mediating the tense union, it is her kids – the ones she didn’t stop from mingling with her ex-husband’s then-new wife’s kids with her ex, 

As per an In Touch source, Garner and Affleck are “very sensitive to the fact that [J. Lo’s] twins Max and Emme are very close to Ben’s kids.” JLo has agreed to put their differences aside for the kids and is allegedly ready to give their co-parenting relationship a chance.

“If they can’t stand to be in the same room as each other it’s going to make that very tough, so they’ve agreed to do what it takes to get on better . Before they got back together they were genuinely friends and they’d love to get back to that.”

Now, exes putting on big smiles in public for the sake of cameras is common, but if we ever see JLo, Affleck, and Garner enjoying a quiet dinner while their kids interact and look genuinely happy, we will know the kind of compromises that went into making that happen.