Ben Affleck Celebrates 53rd Birthday as a Legally Single Man
BREAKING: Ben Affleck celebrated his 53rd birthday in a heartwarming way, marking his first birthday as a legally single man since finalizing his divorce from Jennifer Lopez. The Oscar-winning actor enjoyed a lunch date with two of his three children at Huckleberry Café in Santa Monica, California, just days ago on Friday.
Affleck was spotted at the popular farmer’s market bakery alongside his children, Seraphina, 16, and Samuel, 13. Photos obtained by Page Six reveal a casual family outing, with Samuel in a black Nike T-shirt and khaki pants, while Seraphina sported a stylish long-sleeved white shirt and jeans. Affleck looked sharp in a white button-up shirt paired with khakis and white sneakers. He was seen leaving the café carrying a to-go bag, likely filled with treats for later.
This birthday marks a significant milestone for Affleck, coming just months after his divorce from Lopez was finalized in January 2023. The couple’s split occurred less than five months after Lopez filed for divorce, following two years of marriage.
In a recent GQ cover story, Affleck expressed his respect for Lopez, stating that her documentary, “Greatest Love Story Never Told,” was not the reason for their separation. He emphasized that the couple simply had different attitudes towards fame, with the actor identifying as “more reserved and private” compared to his pop star ex-wife.
“Ultimately, the end of our marriage held ‘no scandal, no soap opera, [and] no intrigue,’” Affleck explained. He highlighted the mundane truth behind their breakup, dismissing any sensational speculation about their relationship dynamics.
The sighting underscores a new chapter for Affleck as he navigates co-parenting his three children with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, from whom he divorced in 2018. The eldest child, Violet, 19, was not present at the birthday celebration.
As Ben Affleck embraces this fresh start, fans and followers are left wondering what’s next for the actor. Will he continue to focus on family, or will new projects take precedence? One thing is for sure—his birthday celebration serves as a reminder of the importance of family during life transitions.
Stay tuned for further updates on Ben Affleck’s journey as he enters this new phase of life.
