KEY POINTS

  • Jennifer Garner is, reportedly, happy to see Ben Affleck being in a healthier place right now
  • The 'Argo' actor said he is grateful for how his ex-wife helped him overcome alcohol addiction even after their messy split
  • Jennifer Garner is, allegedly, still in love with Ben Affleck

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck shocked fans when they, officially, filed for divorce on Apr. 13, 2017 -- almost two years after their separation. Aside from irreconcilable differences, reports have it that the “Peppermint” actress decided to break up with the “Argo” star due to his alcohol addiction. Fortunately, Jennifer has been very supported of Ben in his battle with booze even after their messy split.

Recently, Ben revealed some intimate details of how he has been working very hard to turn his troubled life around. The “Gone Girl” actor, also, confessed that alcoholism badly affected his relationship with Jennifer and their three kids – Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel. Ben even described the divorce as his biggest regret and claimed he suffered from anxiety and depression because of that.

“When my life got really stressful, which principally had to do with the disappointment and the pain that the divorce caused my children, that affected me profoundly,” Ben Affleck said, per Woman’s Day New Zealand. “I didn’t want to see them hurt. I found myself drinking more and more at night at home by myself. It was something I was doing to avoid dealing with painful feelings,” he went on.

Despite all the quandaries he has faced, Ben is thankful that Jennifer Garner never left his side. The “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” star is even grateful that he and his ex-partner have that connection even after their divorce was finalized. Ben said his children have a great mom and revealed that they have been working together to co-parent their kids.

Though Jennifer Garner is already dating a new man now, insiders close to the ex-lovebirds claimed that the “Elektra” actress still loves the Ben Affleck. Jennifer, reportedly, told her friends she is pleased to see that Ben is in a happier and healthier place at the moment. Sources even revealed that Jennifer thanked Ben for being open and honest about his issues.

To recall, Jennifer staged an intervention, in August 2018, when Ben fell off the wagon. At the time, the mom-of-three arrived to her ex-lover’s home with a bible and a lawyer. The “Miracles from Heaven” actress, later, drove Ben to The Canyon rehab facility.

“Jen and Ben have both worked so hard to keep things stable and happy for their children,” a tipster told the Life&Style Weekly. “They’ve been through hell, but finally things are settled and there’s hope for the future. They’re happy,” it continued.

Jennifer Garner has yet to comment on the rumors claiming that she is still head-over-heels with Ben Affleck. Hence, avid followers of the "Daredevil" stars should take these speculations with a huge grain of salt until everything is proven true and correct.

Jennifer Garner, Ben Affleck
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are still friendly after finalizing their divorce. Pictured: Jennifer Garner and actor-director Ben Affleck arrive at the Oscars at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood, California, Feb. 24, 2013. Getty Images/Jason Merritt