Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck were once the picture of a Hollywood power couple — glamorous yet grounded, public yet private. Their love story began in 2004, when a friendship on set quietly grew into romance. By the summer of 2005, they were married, and soon welcomed three children, building a family life that projected warmth and normalcy in an industry better known for chaos.
To the public, they seemed untouchable. Paparazzi captured them at school runs and weekend outings, always smiling, appearing as one of the few Hollywood couples who successfully balanced fame with family life. Yet, behind the glossy surface, challenges were brewing.
A major strain on their marriage was Affleck’s long and public battle with alcoholism. Garner stood by him through multiple relapses, demonstrating loyalty and compassion that extended beyond their marital status. Even after their separation, in 2018, she was photographed driving him to rehab — a gesture showing her continued care as the mother of his children.
By 2015, the pressures proved too great. The couple announced their separation, and their divorce was finalized in 2018. Fans mourned what felt like the end of a Hollywood fairytale. Affleck later described the split as “the biggest regret of my life,” a candid admission that highlighted the human side of celebrity life.
Despite the heartbreak, both moved forward with maturity. They focused on co-parenting with dignity, keeping their children at the center of every decision. Their ability to maintain a united front, even after a difficult split, drew admiration from fans and peers, serving as an example of grace under scrutiny.
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