The 'Argo' actor reveals the realities of sharing life with one of the world's most adored celebrities, shedding light on fame, family and his personal struggles in candid conversation with Kevin Hart.
- Jun 21, 2024
AceShowbiz - Ben Affleck is no stranger to the spotlight, but as he opened up in a recent episode of Kevin Hart's Peacock chat show "Hart to Heart" his experience of fame is significantly different from that of his wife, Jennifer Lopez. "People love her, and she really represents something important to people," Affleck shared. "With me, people are like, 'Hey, I like your movie,' and then they’re like 'AAAHHHH! J. Lo!' "
Affleck marveled at the energy Lopez's presence brings out in the public, recounting a chaotic family outing in New York City. The couple, along with their five children, Affleck's three kids from his previous marriage to Jennifer Garner, and Lopez's twins with Marc Anthony, decided to walk a block and a half through Times Square to catch a play. The result was pandemonium.
"We get out with her, all the kids, through Times Square, and the s**t was like f**kin' bananas," Affleck recalled. "There was a lady, she was smoking weed, in a full purple skintight suit ... and she starts running backwards filming, going 'J. Lo!' Like a herald." The frenzy that ensued underscored the stark difference in their levels of fame. While Affleck is praised for his work, Lopez incites a frenzied admiration.
The actor also discussed the complexities of balancing their celebrity life with their roles as parents. "Every day I'm alive I want to make sure I'm doing the right thing by them, making their lives better," Affleck shared about his children. Yet, he admitted, the public scrutiny can be tough. "It breaks my heart when I'm like, 'This s**t would never happen if I wasn't in this life.' "
Despite the glitz and glamour, Affleck often feels misunderstood due to his reserved nature. He addressed the misconception of his "resting b***h face" with humor, stating, "I have resting hard face. People are projecting onto me something that I don't feel about myself at all."
Currently, speculations about troubles in their marriage have been rife. Sources have indicated that the couple is working through some challenges, trying hard to maintain their relationship amidst their hectic schedules. Though recent rumors have suggested a potential split, Affleck and Lopez have shown a united front in public appearances, continually wearing their wedding rings.
Whether navigating the fervor of fan encounters or the pressures of public life, Affleck's candid reflections provide a glimpse into the intricacies of living a life under constant watch. It's clear that behind the glamour, both he and Lopez are just trying to do the best for their blended family.
