As Ben Affleck navigates the aftermath of his recent split from Jennifer Lopez, new details have emerged about the dynamics between the actor’s ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, and her current boyfriend, John Miller. According to recent reports, Miller is reportedly less than thrilled with the continued closeness between Garner and Affleck.
Affleck and Garner, who were married from 2004 until their separation in 2015, have maintained a close relationship for the sake of their three children—Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12. Despite their divorce being finalized in 2017, the two have remained supportive of each other, with Garner playing a significant role in Affleck’s life, from his alcohol recovery to his recent breakup with Lopez.
Sources close to the situation reveal that Miller, the CEO of a successful company, struggles with the attention Garner continues to give to Affleck. “Jon doesn’t like sharing Jen, and there is a divide when it comes to her relationship with Ben,” an insider told the Daily Mail. “While he isn’t worried that they will rekindle their romance, he finds it difficult to cope with the amount of energy Garner expends on Affleck.”
The timing of Lopez’s divorce filing on August 20th, coinciding with the anniversary of Affleck and Lopez’s second wedding ceremony, has reportedly added to Miller’s discomfort. The timing appears to have been a deliberate choice by Lopez, designed to emphasize the emotional impact of their separation.
The source further explained, “Jon doesn’t fear that they’re getting back together, but it has been tough for him to handle Garner’s support for Ben during his split from JLo.” Miller is said to be looking forward to the conclusion of the divorce so he can focus more on his relationship with Garner.
Despite these tensions, reports suggest that Miller and Garner have not ended their relationship. Both parties are reportedly committed to working through these challenges, and their inner circle remains optimistic about their future together. “Friends believe that Jen and Jon will be together for a long time,” an insider shared. “Their privacy and Miller’s patience have reportedly strengthened their bond.”
Garner and Miller first began dating in 2018 but briefly split in March 2020 before reuniting in May 2021. This period coincided with Affleck and Lopez rekindling their relationship, nearly two decades after their initial engagement.
Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck on April 26, 2024, marking a separation that had already been in effect for several months. Sources indicate that the couple did not have a prenuptial agreement, which could lead to the division of their assets as community property. Lopez has waived the right to spousal support and requested that Affleck’s support be denied.
The end of Affleck and Lopez’s marriage has been described as a result of their fundamental differences. Lopez reportedly made significant efforts to salvage the relationship but is now heartbroken over its dissolution.
As the dust settles from these high-profile breakups, all parties involved are focusing on moving forward. Miller and Garner are working through their issues, while Affleck and Lopez are addressing the legal and emotional aspects of their split.
Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on this evolving story.
