Jennifer Garner Breaks Her Silence on Ben Affleck Divorce in Candid Flaunt Magazine Feature
Hollywood star Jennifer Garner, aged 53, has captivated audiences with a sensational new photoshoot for Flaunt magazine, while simultaneously breaking her famously private stance to discuss her divorce from ex-husband Ben Affleck. The actress showcased a series of stylish ensembles, including a sizzling leather Givenchy dress designed by Sarah Burton, which highlighted a daring neckline with understated glamour, captured by photographer Tyler Patrick Kenny.
Stunning Fashion Statements and Rare Personal Revelations
Garner's cover look featured a Saint Laurent ensemble by Anthony Vaccarello, comprising a brown leather jacket paired with a white shirt knotted at the front, a matching brown skirt, and bold statement earrings. In a rare move, the actress addressed the media scrutiny her family faced when Affleck reunited with ex-girlfriend Jennifer Lopez in 2021, leading to their marriage in 2022 and subsequent divorce filing two years later.
During a recent interview, Garner explained her decision to share her perspective, stating, "Time has passed, and other women are going through really hard seasons in their lives, and I think it's helpful to know that time will go on and you will get to the other side." She emphasized that her intention is to support others, adding, "That's really all it's about. I was in the middle of something for a really long time, and it didn't make sense."
Healing and Moving Forward from a Challenging Period
Garner clarified that she does not intend to gossip about Affleck's experiences or those of their children, Violet (20), Finn (17), and Samuel (12), but shared her personal growth. "I can say that I feel lighter and happier and more myself [than I have] in a really long time," she revealed. "I think that's important to know because I really felt like, 'Oh my gosh, has this family shake up—has it changed me forever?'"
Reflecting on the passage of time, Garner noted, "When you're many years into something, you think, 'I don't know how it's gonna pass.'" She also discussed the challenges of fame, admitting she considered relocating or changing careers to escape the spotlight, but now embraces her role, stating, "I chase those moments where it all comes together and I feel connected to what I'm doing and open and surprised."
Additional Photoshoot Highlights and Philanthropic Endeavours
The photoshoot included multiple chic looks, such as a black leather Loewe jacket, an Emporio Armani jacket and pants, a white Bottega Veneta dress with grey heels, and a grey Loro Piana blazer with brown pants. Away from Hollywood, Garner has dedicated over a decade to philanthropy, working with Save the Children since 2008 and co-founding Once Upon a Farm, a farm-fresh children's food company accessible via WIC and SNAP benefit programs.
Garner emphasized her commitment to charitable work, saying, "Fame for me now is so much more about—I really, really, really care about what I can do for kids in the world and in America, rural America." She also clarified that a ring she wore was not an engagement ring, despite her seven-year romance with businessman John Miller.
Reflections on Divorce and Family Priorities
In a previous interview with Marie Claire UK's Wellness Issue last month, Garner described her divorce from Affleck as "painful," explaining, "The actual breaking up of a family is what was hard. Losing a true partnership and friendship is what was hard." She offered advice to women, noting, "It's important for women to know, when they think, 'Oh, I'll never see that, I'll never have that feeling, I'll never be friends with this person again' [that] time is the opportunity to heal."
Garner, who was married to Affleck from 2005 to 2018, has always prioritized her children, stating, "It never felt like a sacrifice. It was really hard to go to work and it definitely shaped the jobs I chose, in a big way." This blend of personal revelation and high-fashion imagery marks a significant moment in Garner's public persona, as she continues to inspire with her resilience and dedication.
