As Thanksgiving nears, Ben Affleck faces tension within his blended family as both Jennifer Garner and Jennifer Lopez reportedly oppose his holiday plans. The actor aimed to divide his time between his ex-wife Garner and estranged wife Lopez, hoping to be with all five of his children during the celebrations. However, this proposal has led to friction, complicating an already delicate family dynamic.
Challenges in Balancing Time Between Two Families
According to sources cited by Star Magazine, Affleck intended to manage Thanksgiving similarly to last year, sharing time with his children Violet, Fin, and Samuel from his marriage to Garner, as well as Lopez’s twins, Max and Emme. Despite his hopes, neither Garner nor Lopez embraced the plan. An insider described the situation, saying,
“This is like Groundhog Day for Ben,”
reflecting ongoing holiday conflicts Affleck has encountered.
Lopez reportedly suggested a tropical vacation to bring all the children together, seeking to ease tension and create a more harmonious holiday environment. An insider explained, this idea was intended to
“put an end to any awkwardness between her and Ben, and make the holiday more enjoyable.”
Still, Garner was uncomfortable with the suggestion, with the same source revealing,
“Giving J.Lo her blessing to take her kids away isn’t sitting comfortably with her at all. She’s telling Ben to find another way.”
Continuing Emotional Complications and Speculation
RadarOnline adds detail to the story, noting that Lopez and Affleck’s relationship remains complex, stirring ongoing speculation. Sources claim Lopez struggles to fully move on, with one insider saying she still views Affleck as “the love of her life.” Another source mentioned that Affleck “still finds her incredibly attractive,” though his friends caution him about revisiting a relationship that was once “emotionally intense.”
At present, neither Affleck, Garner, nor Lopez has publicly addressed these reports. With the holiday approaching and rumors of a potential rekindling still circulating, Ben Affleck’s Thanksgiving is expected to be marked by emotional turbulence rather than calm celebration.
