Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner reunited this Thanksgiving, putting aside past differences to help those in need. The former lovebirds, who are known for their co-parenting efforts, were spotted volunteering at a Los Angeles charity serving Thanksgiving meals to the homeless. The duo’s united front comes shortly after Garner revealed the tragic loss of her beloved dog, Birdie, and Affleck, who has always been supportive of her, has reportedly announced his plans to be there for her during this emotional time. Adjusted.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner’s Thanksgiving
Following his recent split from Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck has been spending quality time with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner and their children Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12. The former couple reunited in LA on November 28. Volunteer at Thanksgiving meal service in the city’s Skid Row neighborhood.
In a heart-melting photo shared by The Midnight Mission, a charitable organization dedicated to helping homeless individuals and families in Southern California, Affleck and Garner wore matching aprons alongside the organization’s CEO David Prentice.
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“Today, we’re honored to have Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner join us on The Midnight Mission for Thanksgiving,” the Instagram post reads. “His kindness, warmth and dedication brought great joy to our Skid Row community.” Hollywood A-listers were reportedly joined that day by their children, who also volunteered for the service.
On the personal front, Garner has been dating businessman John Miller for the past few years, and they also have wedding plans. Meanwhile, Affleck is going through the ups and downs of life after his split from his wife and ex-girlfriend Jennifer Lopez. The couple filed for divorce after just two years of their marriage.
Jennifer Lopez’s Thanksgiving plans
Despite her divorce from Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez is determined not to let the pain affect her holiday spirit, a source tells InTouchWeekly. The Jenny from the Block singer is reportedly planning a celebration filled with lavish gifts, large family gatherings and home-cooked meals.
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The insider shared that her goal is to maintain a “friendly ex” relationship with Ben, treating him and her kids like family. Hinting that they could all be getting together for a blended family celebration, the insider said, “She loves Ben and his kids so much, and her kids feel the same way, so she’s really into them.” Wants to celebrate with everyone.” Together. She wants to prove that they can be apart on purpose and for her, that means celebrating special holidays together.
Ben Affleck ‘adjusted’ his Thanksgiving plans for Jennifer Garner
A source told RadarOnline that Ben Affleck was willing to rearrange his plans to support his ex-wife Jennifer Garner during her time of grief. The 13 Going 30 actress is mourning the death of her dog Birdie, which has left her very distressed. “It’s hard to know how to write it; Given the world, it seems crazy to mourn a pet, but as we’ve shared Birdie with you, it feels only right to tell you about her passing,” Garner previously wrote on Instagram. “We were shocked to find out that not only was she very ill, but she was at the end of her life,” he added.
According to a source, Ben expressed his desire to celebrate Thanksgiving with her and their children. “Jennifer’s pain is deep and Ben has said he would love to spend time with her on Thanksgiving.” He added, “Jennifer lives a very healthy life which was always good for Ben during his sobriety battle, and his friends believe it would be great to get back together with him.”
