Jennifer Garner got through her divorce with Ben Affleck by avoiding gossip

In a candid interview with Marie Claire UK, Jennifer Garner revealed that she navigated her divorce from Ben Affleck by avoiding tabloid gossip, emphasizing that the real hardship was the loss of their partnership and family unit, not the public speculation. Garner, promoting the second series of her Apple TV+ thriller ‘The Last Thing He Told Me,’ shared insights from the past decade, stating that she protects her peace by refusing to engage with tabloid coverage about herself or others. The actress, who shares three children with Affleck—Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel—explained that the divorce, confirmed in 2015 after a 10-year marriage, was challenging due to the actual breakup of their family and friendship. She highlighted that while gossip was prevalent, it was not the most difficult aspect; instead, the emotional toll of losing a true partnership was what she found hardest to handle. Garner credited her resilience to maintaining strong relationships with her community, which helped her through the split and continues to support her today. Over time, she and Affleck have rebuilt a cooperative co-parenting relationship, with Garner expressing gratitude for regaining a sense of partnership and peace in raising their children together. Affleck has echoed similar sentiments about avoiding tabloids, and both have been spotted together at family events, indicating a positive dynamic post-divorce. Looking ahead, Garner remains focused on her career, with the new season of her show set to release in February 2026, and she is currently in a relationship with tech CEO John Miller. Her reflections serve as a reminder of the importance of time in healing and the possibility of restoring friendships after significant life changes.