Jennifer Garner Honors Ben Affleck with Rare Family Photo
Jennifer Garner marked Father’s Day quietly but meaningfully.
On June 15, 2025, the 13 Going on 30 star posted a touching tribute to her ex-husband, Ben Affleck, on Instagram Stories. Her message gave fans a rare peek into their private family life.
A Heartwarming Throwback
Garner shared a never-before-seen photo of Affleck lying on a couch with one of their children sleeping on his chest. The tender moment highlighted their continued bond as co-parents and reflected the affection they still share for their family.
Devoted Mom to Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel
Jennifer has always spoken openly about parenting her three children. In a 2023 interview with Allure, she admitted her kids prefer not to watch her films.
“They don’t mind watching their dad,” she said. “But they just want me to be their mom. They don’t like seeing me cry or in romantic scenes.”
Raising Teens in the Spotlight
Jennifer also discussed the complexities of parenting in the public eye. She emphasized that while she doesn’t always agree with her children’s behavior, she believes in their potential.
“Growing up is gnarly,” she said. “But I trust they’ll figure out who they are—and become lovely people.”
Learning from Her Kids
The Alias star admitted she was an intense first-time mom.
“I was all over Violet. A nightmare for everyone,” she confessed. Despite those early parenting struggles, Jennifer now takes a more balanced approach—rooted in love and reflection.

Violet Steps into the Spotlight
Caught in a Candid Moment
Just weeks before Father’s Day, Jennifer and Violet turned heads during a grocery store run in Los Angeles. Dressed casually in leggings and sneakers, Violet towered over her mom—prompting fans online to marvel at her height and resemblance to both parents.
Fans React
Comments poured in:
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“NO WAY.”
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“I thought the tall one was Jennifer!”
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“She’s growing up SO fast!”
Some even joked she’d be perfect for a basketball team.
A Lasting Co-Parenting Bond
Their History
Jennifer and Ben married in 2005 and finalized their divorce in 2018. Despite parting ways, they’ve remained committed co-parents to Violet (19), Seraphina (16), and Samuel (13).
Their relationship began in 2004 after Jennifer’s divorce from Scott Foley and Ben’s breakup with Jennifer Lopez.
Mutual Respect
In a 2025 GQ interview, Ben praised Jennifer:
“I’m lucky. She’s a great co-parent. We work together well.”
Jennifer’s Parenting Mission
At the 2023 premiere of her show The Last Thing He Told Me, she shared her deep empathy for teenagers.
“I love teens. I see how hard it is to be one today,” she told People. She added that she often learns more from her children than they learn from her.