Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner were one of Hollywood’s most celebrated couples, both achieving remarkable success in the entertainment industry. Affleck is recognized not only as an actor but also as a producer, screenwriter, and director, while Garner has earned acclaim as an actress and producer. Beyond their professional lives, the pair has been active in philanthropy: Affleck co-founded the Eastern Congo Initiative, and Garner serves on the board of Save the Children USA. Even after their divorce in 2018, the two have maintained a strong co-parenting relationship for their three children—Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel—prioritizing their family above all else.

Affleck’s journey in Hollywood began in Massachusetts, where he cultivated a love for the arts alongside his brother, Casey. He formed a lifelong friendship with Matt Damon, which led to their breakout project, Good Will Hunting (1997). The film earned them an Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Original Screenplay, making Affleck the youngest writer to win an Oscar at age 25. He went on to direct and co-write acclaimed films such as Gone Baby Gone and The Town, while co-owning Pearl Street Films with Damon, solidifying his status as a versatile filmmaker.

Garner, born in Texas and raised in West Virginia, built her career through theater and gradually rose to fame in film, especially in romantic comedies and dramedies like 13 Going on 30 (2004). She has earned a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award, highlighting her range and talent. Off-screen, Garner is a passionate advocate for early childhood development. She co-founded Once Upon a Farm, an organic baby food company, and works with Save the Children USA to promote nutrition and education for young children.

The couple first met while filming Pearl Harbor (2001) and Daredevil (2003) and began dating shortly after Affleck’s high-profile split from Jennifer Lopez. They married in 2005 and built a family together, but eventually separated in 2015 and finalized their divorce in 2018. Despite their separation, they share joint custody of their children and remain committed to raising them in a stable and supportive environment. Their history also includes Affleck’s prior relationships, including his on-and-off romance with Gwyneth Paltrow and his engagement to Lopez.

Protecting their children from public scrutiny has been a top priority for both parents. Garner has spoken about the dangers posed by paparazzi, who would often endanger traffic or approach their children at school and medical appointments. Affleck recalls a particularly alarming instance where a stalker used paparazzi to follow their kids. In response, the couple has supported legislative efforts in California to protect children from intrusive photography. Today, their eldest daughter Violet is a level-headed teenager, demonstrating remarkable maturity despite growing up in the public eye.