Alright spill the tea movie lovers! Hollywood is always buzzing and this week the spotlight is on a classic trio: Jennifer Lopez Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Things are swirling around Ben right now with his new movie premiere at SXSW plus of course the ever-present Jennifer factor both past and present. Let's dive into what's happening in this A-list circle!
Bros Being Bros: Matt Damon Shows Up Big Time for Ben Affleck's 'The Accountant 2' Premiere at SXSW
You know Ben Affleck and Matt Damon they are like the ultimate Hollywood bromance right? These guys have been friends forever since childhood actually and they always have each other's backs. Well Matt proved that again this weekend. Ben's new movie The Accountant 2 premiered at SXSW in Austin Texas and guess who was there to cheer him on? Yep good ol' Matt Damon.
Reports say Matt arrived separately but made sure to be there for the premiere and after-party to support his buddy. Video even surfaced of Ben and Matt posing together looking like the long-time pals they are. Ben got a little sentimental talking about their friendship saying "You don't need a million friends. You need a few good ones. And I'm really lucky to have had a friend in Matt." Aww friendship goals!
These two don't just hang out they actually run a production company together called Artists Equity. Matt co-produced The Accountant 2 through Artists Equity showing they are tight both personally and professionally.
Ex-Wife Factor: Jennifer Lopez's Reported Fury Over Ben's Jennifer Garner Hangout
Now things get a little more complicated because while Ben was enjoying bro time with Matt the internet was buzzing about something else: Jennifer Garner . Photos surfaced of Ben and his first ex-wife Jennifer Garner looking pretty friendly during a paintball outing with their kids. In the pics Ben even had his arm around Jen Garner and of course the gossip wheels started turning.
Apparently Ben's current ex-wife Jennifer Lopez was not thrilled about these cozy photos. Sources say JLo was "furious" and "not happy" about constantly seeing pics of Ben and Jen Garner together. Drama drama drama!
Some reports even hinted that Ben might be open to getting back together with Jennifer Garner "if the timing is ever right". However sources close to Jen Garner say she is happy with her current boyfriend John Miller and is not looking to rekindle anything with Ben . So it seems like that door is closed even if Ben might be leaving it slightly ajar.
From On-Screen Accountant to Real-Life Bestie: Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's Enduring Bond
Despite all the JLo and Jen Garner noise the focus at SXSW was really on Ben and Matt's amazing friendship and professional partnership. They won their first Oscar together way back for Good Will Hunting and they are still going strong decades later. Their production company Artists Equity is churning out movies and they clearly love working together. Ben even gushed about casting Jennifer Lopez in their movie Unstoppable last year before their recent split saying how much he enjoys working with her and seeing her be great. Despite the divorce it seems like they are keeping things professional and amicable at least when it comes to their work together.
Matt Damon's Beard Alert: Actor's New Look Steals Some Spotlight at Premiere
Let's not forget about Matt Damon for a sec because he actually debuted a pretty noticeable new look at The Accountant 2 premiere. Matt stepped out sporting a significantly longer beard than usual and his hair was styled slicked back. The internet took notice! While the focus was on Ben and the movie Matt's beard definitely got some attention too. Hey in Hollywood even facial hair can be headline news right?
Key Takeaways from the Ben Affleck Hollywood Whirlwind:
- Matt Damon Supports Ben: Longtime BFF Matt Damon showed up to support Ben Affleck at The Accountant 2 premiere at SXSW highlighting their enduring friendship.
- Bromance Goals: Ben Affleck praised his friendship with Matt Damon emphasizing the value of having a few close friends in Hollywood.
- JLo's Reaction to Jen Garner Pics: Jennifer Lopez is reportedly "furious" about photos of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner looking close during a co-parenting outing.
- Garner Not Interested in Rekindling: Despite rumors Jennifer Garner is happy with her current boyfriend and not looking to get back with Ben Affleck.
- Artists Equity Continues: Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's production company Artists Equity remains active with The Accountant 2 and past collaborations like Unstoppable with Jennifer Lopez.
- Matt Damon's Beard: Matt Damon's longer beard and slicked-back hairstyle became a talking point at the premiere adding a bit of fun to the event.