Ben Affleck is shedding some light on his life living with the intense fame of his wife Jennifer Lopez. In an episode of Hart To Heart, which premiered on June 20, 2024, the actor sat down for a candid interview with host Kevin Hart.
In the 52 minute long episode, Affleck touched on his wife J.Lo’s popularity, mentioning how people treat them both differently in public. He shared,
“She’s so famous… And people love her, and she really represents something important to people. With me, people are like, Hey, I like your movie, and then they’re like, AHHHH! J-LO!”
When Kevin asked about his preference for privacy, Ben admitted,
“I am a little bit shy… I also don’t like a lot of attention”.
Ben Affleck Prioritizes Children’s Privacy Despite Media Attention
Ben Affleck prioritizes the privacy of all his 5 children, even amidst the intense media attention surrounding him and Lopez. He mentioned that it is important for him to keep his children away from the public eye and to lead a normal life.
Emphasizing the importance of shielding his children’s privacy, the Gone Girl star added,
“I don’t mind you taking my picture… my wife’s, I don’t give a f***. Go ahead… I don’t notice you. My children, that’s a different thing”.
Affleck further revealed in the interview that his children had suffered in the past due to the fame of their parents. It hurts him to see his children suffer, yet he feels grateful to provide them a better life, one made possible by his position.
This Ben Affleck interview aired amidst rumors of a troubled marriage. For the past few months, Affleck and Lopez’s marriage has been on the rocks, with the couple reportedly heading for divorce. However, the exact taping date of the episode remains unclear, as Affleck did not address any of the rumors entirely.
Fans Slam Ben’s Remarks About Jennifer Lopez’s Fame
Fans flooded the comment section of a YouTube video with negative remarks on Affleck’s latest comments about Jennifer’s popularity. One comment read,
“Represents what? Even Helen Keller wouldn’t pay to see J Lo perform”.
Other similar fan sentiments read,
Ben Affleck’s interview sheds light on the complexities of fame and family life in Hollywood. Only time will tell how his desire for privacy clashes with Jennifer Lopez’s high-profile lifestyle.