As Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez continue their separate journeys post-divorce filing, their first Thanksgiving apart is a milestone in their new chapter. This marks the first holiday season for the couple following the August divorce filing, after a short-lived marriage that was rekindled in 2022. Here’s a look at how each of them is spending the holiday season.
Ben Affleck’s Thanksgiving Plans
Ben Affleck, who has been busy working on the crime thriller RIP with his longtime friend and colleague Matt Damon, seems to be in a “good place.” On-set sources reveal that Affleck, often noted for his “grumpy” demeanor, appears “great” and much happier than usual. He is fully immersed in his work, but as Thanksgiving approaches, he is taking a break to focus on his family.
According to a source close to Affleck, the actor is “very happy with life” and enjoys spending time with his children. Affleck shares three children with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner: Violet (19), Seraphina (15), and Samuel (12). Violet, who is studying in college, has reportedly returned home for the holiday, making it a family-focused Thanksgiving for the Air star. Despite the end of his marriage to Lopez, family remains a priority for Affleck, and he is returning to his “family man” roots.
Jennifer Lopez’s Thanksgiving Plans
Jennifer Lopez, who is also adjusting to life after the divorce, is focusing on her career and family this Thanksgiving. Her skincare line, JLo Beauty, is rolling out new holiday sets, and the singer-actress is looking forward to spending time with her loved ones. In a recent interview, Lopez shared how much she values the holiday season, saying, “The holidays are such a special time for us and they’ve always been since I was a little girl. I really look forward to those moments when I can be with my sisters and just relax and have fun and create new memories.”
Lopez also emphasized the importance of spending time with her family, including her sisters, and making new memories together. Despite the challenges of the past year, Lopez remains focused on her children and family as she moves forward.
Shared Focus on Family
Although Affleck and Lopez are no longer together, family remains an important part of their lives. According to a source close to both, “Family is very important to both of them, and together they were family people – and the connection doesn’t end.” This sentiment resonates through their Thanksgiving plans, as both are dedicating time to their loved ones during this holiday season.
As the year comes to a close, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are each navigating their separate paths but remain committed to their families. For both, this Thanksgiving marks a time to reflect and focus on what truly matters: their children and loved ones.