Brooks Nader, known from Dancing With the Stars, dismissed the ongoing Ben Affleck dating rumors on January 24 via Instagram. The 28-year-old reality star responded directly to a popular social media account, Deuxmoi, clarifying that she has never met Affleck. Addressing the speculation head-on, she wrote,
“Haven’t met him in my life,”
confirming there is no romantic connection between them.
Previous Dating Rumors Involving Brooks Nader
Nader has faced similar rumors earlier regarding her personal life. In September, while appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live, she was questioned by Jimmy Kimmel about dating Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner. Her uneasy reply was,
“Is this an interrogation? I’m so scared right now.”
Later that month, during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live, she addressed claims that she was involved with both Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz simultaneously. She declined to confirm, stating,
“I would just say a lady never kisses and tells, especially twice. That’s just not nice.”
Her past relationships include marriage to Billy Haire from 2019 until 2025, as well as a romantic involvement with fellow Dancing With the Stars partner Gleb Savchenko.
Ben Affleck’s Private Stance on His Romantic Life
Ben Affleck has maintained a low profile about his dating life following his high-profile divorce from Jennifer Lopez. The couple married in July 2022 but separated in April 2024, with their divorce finalized in February 2025. Prior to Lopez, Affleck was married to Jennifer Garner from 2005 to 2018, and they continue to share a strong co-parenting relationship for their three children: Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel.
Earlier in the month, Affleck discussed his family approach regarding their children’s futures. In an interview with E! News, he explained,
“You put something on your children when you have a public life, and that’s complicated,”
adding,
“And I think Jen and I, and I know Matt [Damon] and his wife, we really want to give them room to figure out what they want to do.”
He further emphasized,
“I wouldn’t push them into that. They’re brilliant and lovely and wonderful and we love them, and we’re proud of them and hope that they don’t waste their life acting.”
Implications of the Rumors and What Lies Ahead
Brooks Nader’s clear denial of any involvement with Affleck puts the widespread Ben Affleck dating rumors to rest for now. Her rejection of these claims underscores the persistent public and media interest in Affleck’s personal relationships, especially following his recent high-profile separation. As the actor maintains discretion in his romantic life and focuses on co-parenting with Jennifer Garner, fewer confirmed details are likely to emerge. For Nader, addressing these rumors may help her assert control over her public image amid ongoing speculation.
