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He appeared happier than ever as he returned to Los Angeles with ex-wife Jennifer Garner on Tuesday morning. This significant family moment coincided with the two-year anniversary of his marriage to Jennifer Lopez, who has reportedly filed for divorce.
The 52-year-old actor, who is currently at the center of swirling divorce rumors with Jennifer Lopez, 55, made a cheerful return to the West Coast after dropping off his eldest daughter, Violet, at college in Connecticut.
Despite the day's significance for his marriage to Jennifer Lopez, Ben chose not to wear his wedding band once more, sparking more speculation about his relationship with the singer-actress. The Oscar winner appeared relaxed and upbeat as he disembarked from a private jet, accompanied by Jennifer Garner, 52, and their 15-year-old middle child, Fin.
Jennifer Garner, with whom Ben shares three children from their 13-year marriage that ended in 2018, was by his side for this family moment.
The trio had just returned from dropping off their eldest, Violet, 18, at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, where she is about to start her freshman year. Fin was spotted wearing a Yale University sweatshirt, likely a recent purchase to mark Violet's new academic journey.
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As Ben and Jennifer Garner navigated through Los Angeles following their return, the actor was seen driving his black BMW, ferrying Garner from the airport.
The pair appeared at ease, reflecting the comfortable dynamic of co-parents who have navigated the challenges of their post-divorce relationship.
There’s no sign that the former couple has rekindled a romance, particularly since Jennifer Garner is currently linked to her longtime boyfriend, tech CEO John Miller.
However, Ben and Jennifer’s presence together on the same day as Ben’s two-year wedding anniversary with Jennifer Lopez did raise some eyebrows.
With Jennifer Lopez reportedly filing for divorce, fans and media are closely monitoring Ben’s every move. Despite the ongoing speculation, Ben appeared unfazed, dressed in a crisp white shirt left untucked, dark blue slacks, and Nike sneakers.
He shielded his eyes with aviator sunglasses and held a beverage in a plastic cup, sporting a freshly cut hairstyle and a clean-shaven face—showing a fresh, relaxed appearance amid the media frenzy.
Jennifer kept it casual as well, wearing a black top and army green slacks, with her signature brown hair down and makeup-free. The Alias star juggled a book and an iPad, accessorized with an Apple Watch and a practical shoulder bag.
Fin rounded out the family ensemble in a Yale sweatshirt, possibly reflecting sibling pride or a recent wardrobe addition from their trip. She paired the sweatshirt with a crossbody purse, cargo jeans, and blue sneakers, completing her laid-back look
The intimate family moment starkly contrasted with the ongoing tension between Ben and his current wife, Jennifer Lopez, whom he has not been photographed with since mid-June.
The silence surrounding their relationship, along with reports of them living apart, has fueled growing speculation that an official divorce announcement may be imminent.
Just two years ago, on August 20, 2022, Ben and Jennifer Lopez celebrated their extravagant formal wedding at his sprawling estate in Georgia. Their love story had enchanted the world, rekindling their romance nearly two decades after their initial engagement ended in 2004. Their whirlwind reunion, culminating in an intimate Las Vegas wedding in July 2022, seemed like the ultimate Hollywood fairytale.