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Ben Affleck opened up during an appearance on the Howard Stern Show (via People), admitting that if he hadn’t split from Jennifer Garner, he likely would still be struggling with alcohol. The actor, who shares three children with Garner—Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel—revealed how trapped and overwhelmed he felt in their marriage. “We probably would’ve ended up at each other’s throats,” he said. “I’d probably still be drinking.” Affleck explained that his drinking wasn’t just about partying—it began because he felt stuck, burdened by parental responsibilities and unhappiness in the relationship.
Ben Affleck Keeps It Respectful: Acknowledges Love for Garner Despite Marital Struggles
Affleck didn’t throw shade at Garner despite the heartache and scotch-fueled couch naps. Instead, he respected their efforts. “We tried for the kids,” he said, but ultimately realized their marriage was no model. “She’s someone I love and respect, but we shouldn’t be married.” Mic drop.
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Affleck didn’t sugarcoat things, either. There were “moments of tension” and disagreements, especially around custody. But deep down? Respect. Ding ding ding—we’ve got a winner. “I knew she was a good mum. I always hoped she knew I was a good dad,” he added. That, folks, is called adulting.
After the interview aired, people had mixed reactions. Some felt like he was unfairly blaming her for his drinking issues. Others felt sympathy for Jennifer Garner, imagining how hard it must be to hear this repeatedly. At the same time, many understood his feelings, relating to the sense of being trapped at some point in their own lives. One comment stood out, pointing out that he actually speaks highly of his ex-wife every time, which seemed like a clear and powerful statement.
For those still convinced Ben was throwing shade—take a breath. Their split was amicable, and both were unhappy. Ben’s figuring things out like the rest of us—after all, even Batman has his flaws.
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