Ben Affleck appears to be slowly stepping back into the dating world following the end of his short-lived second marriage to Jennifer Lopez. The Good Will Hunting star finalized his divorce from Lopez in January 2025, and though the split left him emotionally drained, sources say he hasn’t given up on finding love again.
Affleck, 52, was recently spotted in Los Angeles, and according to In Touch Weekly, insiders close to the actor confirm he’s open to dating again, just not in the spotlight. “He’s not completely giving up on love,” the source shared. “But he’s waiting until he finds stability in a relationship.”
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His hesitancy is understandable. After a highly publicized romance and marriage to global superstar Jennifer Lopez, Affleck is reportedly determined to avoid another high-profile relationship. The intense media attention surrounding his relationship with J.Lo played a role in their eventual fallout, sources claim, leaving Affleck wary of entering another relationship under the same scrutiny.
Interestingly, insiders also revealed that Affleck has long harbored a quiet admiration for another A-list actress: Angelina Jolie. A source told Daily Mail, “Ben said that he always thought that she was very hot and has admired how she has navigated her career.” They added that Affleck finds Jolie “smart and pretty cool” in the film industry—a sentiment he’s apparently held for years.
While there’s no indication the two have a romantic connection, the revelation adds an intriguing layer to Affleck’s dating preferences. Still, it seems unlikely he’d pursue a public relationship with another Hollywood icon anytime soon, especially after the tabloid storm surrounding his split from Lopez.
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Sources also note that Affleck has struggled to “meet the right type of woman” throughout his career, largely due to his A-list fame and the constant attention it brings. After high-profile romances with the likes of Jennifer Garner and Lopez, Affleck is reportedly more focused on maintaining a low-key personal life while navigating the challenges of fame.
For now, Affleck is keeping his personal life guarded. But according to those close to him, he hasn’t ruled out the possibility of love, just maybe something a little more private this time around.
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