Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner Spend Thanksgiving Together Amid J. Lo Divorce.
Ben Affleck, currently navigating his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, chose to spend Thanksgiving with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner. On Thursday, November 28, the two collaborated to distribute food to the unhoused community in Los Angeles through the Midnight Mission organization.
The Midnight Mission shared their gratitude on Instagram, stating, “Today, we were honored to have Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner join us at The Midnight Mission for Thanksgiving! Their kindness, warmth, and dedication brought so much joy to our Skid Row community.”
Both Ben and Jennifer, both 52, donned matching white aprons and posed together in a heartwarming photo from their day of giving back. Since their separation in 2015, Ben and Jen have maintained a friendly relationship, attending events for their children and supporting each other, including Jen’s efforts to help Ben enter rehab in 2018. Meanwhile, J. Lo, 55, filed for divorce from Ben in August after two years of marriage.
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As the divorce details are still being finalized, the former couple might still spend time together during the holidays. “Even though [Jen] and Ben aren’t together, she’s still planning to treat him and his kids like family,” the insider shared. “That means lots of extravagant gifts and big gatherings with home-cooked meals.”
Ben and Jen Garner’s three children have a close bond with J. Lo’s twins, Max and Emme, which is significant to J. Lo, according to the source. “Jennifer is determined not to let the pain of the divorce dictate her actions,” the insider added. “She has so much love for Ben and his kids, and her kids feel the same way, so she really wants to have a celebration with all of them together. She wants to show that they can consciously uncouple, and for her, that means having a special holiday celebration together.”
Jen Garner has been in a low-key relationship with her boyfriend, John Miller, on and off since 2018. A source recently revealed in October that they are secretly planning to tie the knot. “Jennifer is finally focusing on herself, and everyone is thrilled to see it,” the insider shared. “She’s not one to seek the spotlight, but after prioritizing Ben for so long, she deserves some attention.”
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The source mentioned that Jen explored wedding venues and went dress shopping during a September trip to Paris. “Jen and John have traveled to Europe more often than people think,” the insider noted. “Paris is one of their favorite getaways, and they’re excited about the idea of getting married there next spring.” Despite their plans, the couple has maintained a very private relationship, so no official engagement or wedding details have been made public. Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner’s decision to spend Thanksgiving together highlights their ongoing commitment to co-parenting and mutual respect despite their past.
Their collaborative efforts to give back to the community through the Midnight Mission demonstrate their shared values and dedication to helping others. As Ben navigates his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, this reunion underscores the importance of maintaining strong family bonds during challenging times. Garner’s evolving relationship with John Miller and her focus on self-care reflect her journey of personal growth. Together, these moments show that even amid life’s changes, compassion, and collaboration can pave the way forward.