Brooks Nader has firmly denied rumors linking her romantically to actor and director Ben Affleck, addressing the speculation directly on social media. On Saturday, January 24, 2026, the 28-year-old model dismissed claims of a relationship with Affleck by stating,
“Haven’t met him in my life,”
through her Instagram comments.
Ben Affleck, 53, has remained silent on the dating rumors, continuing to live a single life following his 2024 divorce from Jennifer Lopez. His previous marriage to Jennifer Garner, with whom he shares three children, ended several years ago.
Brooks Nader Clarifies Her Relationship Status and Past Romantic Life
Brooks has been open about her single status, having told Us Weekly in November 2025 that she was unapologetically single. She added candidly,
“I swear I’m single, and if I’m flirting, you’ve been there too,”
followed by,
“Do not judge me. Let me flirt in peace.”
The model’s frank approach extends to how the rumors have affected those closest to her. She joked about the confusion such rumors create for her family, explaining,
“My poor dad calls me every other day asking, ‘Who’s this one now?’ He’s like, ‘What am I supposed to tell my friends in Louisiana?’ And I’m like, ‘I’m just having a conversation.’ It’s wild.”
Previously, Brooks was married to Billy Haire from 2019 until their split in 2024. That same year, she briefly dated her partner from Dancing With the Stars, Gleb Savchenko. The couple’s on-and-off relationship ended in April 2025.
Insights Into Her Time on Dancing With the Stars and Dating Experiences
Brooks shared her experience on Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, revealing she had requested to be paired with “the hottest, douchiest guy” after her divorce, which led to her partnership with Gleb Savchenko. She described their connection as immediate and remarked with humor, suggesting while marrying a dancer might be risky, dating one certainly was not.
Public Discussion About Brooks Nader’s Struggles with Weight-Loss Medication
In addition to her personal life, Brooks has recently been transparent about her challenges with weight-loss drugs. On her reality TV show Love Thy Nader, her sisters staged an intervention after discovering her use of GLP-1 injections. Despite being aware of the health risks, Brooks admitted difficulty in stopping the medication.
She revealed to Bustle,
“The thing that I was so shocked about with the show was that I had so many people reach out to me saying ‘I’m also addicted to GLP-1. I’m ashamed to talk about it because there’s such a stigma around it. It’s a crutch for me,’”
illustrating the wider issue many face with these treatments.
What This Means for the Ben Affleck Dating Rumours and Brooks Nader’s Public Image
Brooks Nader’s clear rejection of any relationship with Ben Affleck puts an end to persistent speculations about the two being a couple. The actress and model’s honesty about both her dating life and personal struggles paints a picture of someone navigating the complexities of fame with openness. For Ben Affleck, this marks yet another chapter in his post-divorce single life free from confirmed romantic entanglements with public figures like Nader.
Going forward, Brooks’ willingness to discuss sensitive topics such as her health journey and past relationships is likely to continue shaping public perceptions, while fueling ongoing interest in her personal story. As for Ben Affleck, his silence keeps fans curious, but any further dating updates have yet to be confirmed, maintaining a cautious and private stance in the public eye.
