Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck did two movies together before they tied the knot. But, years into their marriage, the actor admitted to not wanting to work with his then-wife for another film.
Cheat Sheet recalled the “Batman” star’s statements to Us Weekly and Time magazine in 2010. When asked about starring in a new material with the “Alias” actress, he did not make a direct response.
Affleck stated that people do not seemingly want to “see real-life couples together at the movies.” Although, he emphasized that Garner is a “great actress,” adding that he would be “profoundly lucky to work with her.”
At a different engagement, the “Accountant” star appeared to have explained his thoughts on the matter. He said that the audience “already know a whole bunch of things about the relationship,” so the two of them entering into a fictional relationship may become “distracting.”
He, also, noted that people “have a hard time suspending disbelief.”
Elsewhere in the outlet’s report, it is said that Ben Affleck may not want to work with Jennifer Garner on-screen again. But, he expressed excitement about directing the actress, saying that it “would be great” because “she is so great and she could do something really cool.”
Nevertheless, the publication pointed out that the actor revealed his desire to direct the material after their divorce.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner first met on the set of their first film together, “Pearl Harbor,” in 2001. They made another movie project two years later, “Daredevil,” wherein they fell in love, as per the actor.
At the time, though, both celebrities were in their respective relationships with Jennifer Lopez and Scott Foley. But, months after the splits, they made a joint outing, leading many to conclude that they were dating.
In 2005, Affleck and Garner tied the knot in a private ceremony. They went on to welcome three children in the years that followed, but the marriage ended after ten years.
Despite the split and divorce, the two celebrities remain amicable and on good terms. They co-parent their children and have since continued to do so.
These days, Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are in relationships with other personalities. While the actress found a new flame in businessman John Miller, the actor rekindled his romance with Jennifer Lopez after nearly two decades.
The celebrities all appear to be on good terms with one another. They even had joint Halloween celebrations in 2021, with their respective children.