Jennifer Garner, an experienced and well-known actress, has been in the public eye a lot. Not just because of her roles on screen, but also for her marriage to superstar Ben Affleck. This duo ended their marriage back in 2018. At that time, a lot of rumors were doing the rounds. They all revolved around one theme, Ben Affleck’s rumored unfaithfulness. However, Garner recently responded to a crass joke about this whole affair with an inspiring display of kindness and understanding.
A Joke at an Awards Show
Comedian Ricky Gervais cracked a joke during the 2016 Golden Globe Awards. Here, he joked about Affleck only being loyal to Matt Damon, his good friend. It was a joke with serious insinuations. Garner—I’m sure you’re wondering—how did she react to all of this? Well, she opened up about it during an interview with Vanity Fair.
Garner, showing off her usual no-drama approach, only said, “I laughed.’ She wasn’t about to let this get to her. But she didn’t just laugh it off, she showed her understanding. She acknowledged that people make mistakes. They feel shame and regret, which makes them hurt. It seems Garner doesn’t harbor any resentment towards Affleck, even after they parted ways.
Friendship after Divorce
Now, you may wonder, how do Garner and Affleck get on after their divorce? Well, they filed for divorce in 2015. And since then, they’ve managed to keep things friendly. This is mainly for their kids’ sake. Garner stated that seeing her children loving someone so deeply and purely sure makes it easier to be friends for the children’s sake.
This shows us that the friendship between Garner and Affleck after their separation is affected greatly by their children’s relationship with each parent. Together, they’ve brought three children into the world, Violet Anne Affleck, Fin Affleck, and Samuel Garner Affleck.
Garner’s Take on Rumors
Garner also spoke up about the rumors that had been going around during their marriage. She implied she was aware of these rumors. However, she also indicated these rumors were not based on truth. Her kind and measured response to these cheating allegations against her ex-husband showed us her strength and grace.
mourned the potential joy of dancing at her children’s weddings alongside her husband. This candid confession not only confirms her acceptance towards her past but also gives us an insight into the family dynamics.
Garner Returns to the Big Screen
Our Alias star isn’t going anywhere. In fact, she’s all set to return to the big screen. You’ll see her again as Elektra in the upcoming ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Marvel movie that’s to be released on July 26, 2024.
Meanwhile, Garner’s relationship dynamic with her ex-husband is a perfect example for many. It shows us the importance of mutual respect, forgiveness, and focus on parenthood over all else.
Final Thoughts
Garner’s classy handling of this sensitive issue reminds us all how important it is to stay kind and respectful, especially when rumors and jokes get out of hand. And in a world where it’s so easy to judge, it’s refreshing to see such grace and kindness towards a former partner. This is a gentle reminder of the importance of mutual respect, kindness, and empathy, even amid damaging rumors and hurtful jokes.
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