Jen Affleck recently opened up about an unexpected encounter when she met Ben Affleck while filming a Dunkin’ Donuts commercial. The meeting took place during the shoot of the ad, which led to some surprising reactions, especially from her husband Zac Affleck, adding a personal twist to the experience.
The Unexpected Meeting Between Jen and Ben Affleck
During the filming of a Dunkin’ Donuts commercial, Jen Affleck shared details about meeting Ben Affleck, the actor and director famous for films such as “Argo” and “Pearl Harbor.” Speaking exclusively to E! News after a “Dancing With the Stars” episode on September 23, Jen said that both she and her husband Zac encountered Ben on set.
We both did. He was right there. Yeah, it was a crazy moment for us.
Jen Affleck, Reality Star
The couple had originally thought Ben Affleck was a distant relative, possibly Zac Affleck’s second cousin, but later realized there was no actual family connection. Despite this, meeting the Argo director made quite an impression.
Zac Affleck’s Reaction to Meeting Ben on Set
Jen revealed amusing insight into how Zac responded to running into Ben Affleck during the shoot. Initially, Zac was confident and unfazed by the prospect of meeting the Hollywood star.
It’s so funny, because before he was like, ‘I’m not nervous at all. It’s no big deal. Whatever,’
Jen said.
However, once Zac entered their shared trailer and was face-to-face with Ben, the mood shifted dramatically, with everyone around becoming excited.
And then he walked into our trailer, and I think everyone lost it. Everyone was like, ‘Ah, Ben Affleck!’
Jen Affleck, Reality Star
A Lighthearted Commercial Experience with Ben Affleck
Jen also described the tone of the Dunkin’ Donuts commercial, which featured her jokingly comparing herself to Ben Affleck by calling herself
“twice the personality, half the price”
while ordering coffee under the “Affleck” name. The ad humorously portrayed Ben overhearing Jen’s playful rant from the drive-through window, where he responded with a curt “Rude!”
It was very lighthearted, Jen remarked during the September 16 episode of the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast.
We just like, laughed about it.
Jen Affleck, Reality Star
Ben Affleck’s Daughter Visits the Set
Adding a personal note to the experience, Jen revealed that one of Ben Affleck’s children came to the commercial’s filming location to meet her. Ben shares three children—Violet, 19; Seraphina, 16; and Samuel, 13—with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner.
His daughter came with her best friend and—huge fan,
Jen said, without naming the specific daughter.
She’s like, ‘I don’t care if we’re not related. We are related.’ I was like, ‘Great!’
Jen Affleck, Reality Star
Mutual Appreciation Between Jen and Ben Affleck
Both Jen and Ben seemed genuinely thankful that they agreed to participate in the spirited commercial. The playful tone extended beyond the ad, reflecting a camaraderie between them.
He was like, ‘Thank you for doing this,’
Jen recalled about the actor’s words.
I’m like, ‘What do you mean thank you for doing this?’ I’m like, ‘Thank you.’
Jen Affleck, Reality Star
Insights Into Jen Affleck’s Life and Social Media Presence
Jen Affleck is known not only for this recent commercial but also as a cast member on
“The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.”
She has a significant social media following, with 2.1 million TikTok followers and 1 million Instagram followers. Together with her husband Zac, Jen is raising two children, with a third expected soon.
Other Reality Stars in the Spotlight
Alongside Jen, several other reality stars recently garnered attention through social media and television. For example, Taylor Frankie Paul has amassed millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram while managing her blended family. Whitney Leavitt and Layla Taylor are also prominent figures known for their parenting journeys, each juggling multiple children with their partners. Demi Engemann, Jessi Ngatikaura, Mikayla Matthews, and Mayci Neeley round out the list of notable personalities from the recent “Secret Lives” cast, all of whom share colorful family lives and sizable social media footprints.
Jen Affleck’s candid anecdotes about meeting Ben Affleck highlight the unexpected intersections between Hollywood and everyday life, emphasizing how chance encounters can create memorable stories. As her family continues to grow and her public profile rises, moments like these add a personal dimension to her career and public appeal.
