Ben Affleck has been labeled a “flake” after reportedly ditching Jennifer Lopez and her kids during the holidays, sparking further tension between the pair.
An insider spoke candidly to Heat World, revealing the details behind Affleck’s sudden absence during Thanksgiving, a time Lopez reportedly believed they would spend together as a blended family.
According to the source, “Jen had every reason to believe she and Ben were going to be spending a lot of time together over the holidays because he promised that he’d split his time 50/50 between her and Jennifer Garner.”
However, things allegedly took a humiliating turn when Affleck opted to have dinner with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner instead, leaving Lopez and her plans behind. “But then when he flaked on their plans and had dinner at Jennifer’s instead, it was humiliating for Jen because she’d told everyone that Ben would be there for her dinner,” the insider revealed.
The fallout comes amid rising speculation about the couple’s strained relationship. Lopez and Affleck, once seen as Hollywood’s ultimate “it” couple after rekindling their romance and marrying in 2022, have faced growing challenges in recent months.
Their decision to reportedly break things off and move out of their $68 million marital home has only fueled rumors of deeper issues. The couple, who initially made headlines for their whirlwind romance and fairytale wedding, are now navigating what appears to be a rocky chapter in their relationship.
Sources close to the situation suggest that balancing family dynamics, particularly Affleck’s ongoing co-parenting with Garner and Lopez’s role as a mother to her twins, has caused unexpected friction.
While Affleck’s decision to prioritize his commitments with Garner raised eyebrows, it reportedly hit Lopez hard. The source described it as a particularly embarrassing moment for the On the Floor singer, who had planned for a family-centric holiday with Affleck by her side.
With their relationship under the microscope and public scrutiny intensifying, only time will tell how the Hollywood couple navigates their next steps. For now, Affleck’s holiday absence has left Lopez dealing with disappointment—and the sting of being left “out to dry.”