Ben Affleck is embarking on a new chapter in his life, hoping everything goes well in both his personal and professional spheres. The actor recently spent over $20 million to purchase a new property in LA that gives him the ‘privacy and seclusion’ he’s always wanted. According to a new report, the decision to relocate amid rumors of marital issues with his wife Jennifer Lopez was reportedly motivated by his desire to form a closer bond with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner and their children to make co-parenting easier.
Ben Affleck feels ‘hopeful’ in new home
The Accountant 2 star moved out of the home he shared with wife Jennifer Lopez about two months ago and into a rental property in Brentwood. He now owns an equestrian property in Los Angeles. “Ben loves his new home and is looking forward to the change,” a source told ET. The move comes after Jen and Ben listed their $60 million Beverly Hills mansion for sale.
The source revealed why Affleck wanted to move: “He wanted to be closer to Jen Garner and their kids to make co-parenting easier.” The insider added, “It’s been a difficult time for him, but he’s continuing to prioritize his well-being and his family.”
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The Gigli co-stars have been staying away from each other for months, sparking speculation of a separation. The couple was last seen together in late March. For most of the summer, the Atlas star vacationed in Europe and spent the rest of the time in New York. Affleck, on the other hand, stayed in Los Angeles, where he was often spotted socializing and mingling with his kids. Affleck and Garner have three children together including Samuel, 12, Seraphina, 15, and Violet, 18.
Let us tell you that Garner is currently dating her long time partner John Miller. It is rumoured that the two will get married soon.
Are Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck heading for divorce?
A source told the Daily Mail that the couple has signed the divorce papers but have yet to file them. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, who got married in 2022, recently celebrated their second wedding anniversary but were miles away from each other. “He finalized the divorce papers with her a month ago but is waiting for the right time to call them off,” the insider revealed.
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“At that time, they will release a joint statement explaining how much they love each other and how they fought to make it work but couldn’t,” another source revealed, adding that the couple is preparing to release a joint statement to fans. “Honestly, in the end they couldn’t compromise. What they had before is gone and they have both accepted that.” However, recent photos of the stars taken separately show that neither Ben nor Jen have officially taken off their wedding rings despite living apart.
“It’s been a tough year with some unexpected realizations, changes and obstacles, but Jen is trying to look at her 55th birthday as a fresh start,” a source told ET after the pop star celebrated her special day in Bridgehampton, New York.
