Hold up everyone! The internet is buzzing about Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner again and this time it is not about sad divorces or anything like that. Nope this time it looks like there might be some seriously good vibes between these exes. Photos just dropped of Ben and Jen hanging out at their son's birthday party and things look pretty cozy.
Paintball and Playful Moments: Ben and Jen Spark Reunion Talk at Son Samuel's Birthday Bash
So what happened? Well Ben and Jen threw a Paintball party for their youngest son Samuel who just turned 13. Cute right? But it is the pictures from the party that have tongues wagging. In the photos Ben and Jen are not just co-parenting they are straight up laughing smiling and looking super comfortable together. Seriously comfortable.
Pictures show Ben grinning at Jen and get this he even had his arm around her at one point while she was getting ready to play paintball. Flirting? Maybe! At least according to some sources who said Ben was definitely turning on the charm. They were both dressed in camo gear ready to get their paintball on looking like a team. This is not your usual awkward ex-couple hangout folks this is giving friendly and maybe even a little flirty.
'On Great Terms' and 'Closer Than Ever': Inside Ben and Jen's Current Relationship Vibe
Sources are spilling the tea saying Ben and Jen are "on great terms". One insider told People magazine that "Jen's very happy with Ben. He spends a lot of time with the kids." Another source chimed in saying they "get along great" and "She makes him laugh like no one else can. She seems happy that Ben's happy." That sounds pretty positive right?
It seems like since Ben's divorce from Jennifer Lopez was finalized in January he has been spending even more time with Jennifer Garner and their kids. They have been spotted together at basketball games and plays and now this paintball party. They are definitely making co-parenting a priority and it looks like they are doing it in a really friendly way.
Ben Wants 'Another Chance'? Source Says Affleck Would Reconcile if 'Timing is Right'
Here is where things get even more interesting. Page Six is reporting that a source close to Ben Affleck said he "would love another chance" with Jennifer Garner. Yes you read that correctly. Apparently Ben "would definitely be open to giving things another shot with Jen if the timing is ever right." Whoa!
The source also mentioned that Ben is aware it might not be realistic right now. He is recently divorced busy with work and focused on "this new chapter" whatever that means. But the feeling is there according to this insider. Could Bennifer 1.0 be making a comeback? Hold your horses maybe not so fast.
'Feeling is Not Mutual': Jennifer Garner Happy with John Miller and Co-Parenting Focus
Before you get too excited about a Ben and Jen reunion pump the brakes a bit. Another Page Six insider says "The Feeling is Not Mutual on Jen’s Side." Apparently Jennifer Garner is "happy with John" Miller and her head is not in the reconciliation game. She is content with the "great co-parenting relationship with Ben" and that is where she wants things to stay for now.
Jennifer has been dating businessman John Miller on and off since 2018 and sources say things are still good between them. They were even seen out looking cozy in early February. While some rumors suggested John Miller might be jealous of Jen's time with Ben insiders are denying that saying "Everything is fine with John and Jen."
Co-Parenting Goals: Ben and Jen's Timeline of Friendly Ex Moments
Ben and Jen have really nailed this whole co-parenting thing. Here are a few recent examples of them being awesome exes:
- March 2025: Paintball birthday party for son Samuel looking happy and friendly.
- February 2025: Ben and Samuel courtside at a Lakers game showing father-son time.
- November 2024: Reunited for Thanksgiving and volunteered together with their kids for charity.
- December 2024: Breakfast together and attended kids' play with Jennifer Lopez also present showing a blended family effort.
It is clear Ben and Jen are committed to their kids and creating a stable and supportive family environment even if they are no longer married. Whether it becomes more than co-parenting remains to be seen but for now they seem to be in a good place.
Will Bennifer 1.0 Make a Comeback? For Now Focus is on Family and Friendly Exes
So what is the verdict? Are Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner getting back together? Probably not right now. While sources suggest Ben might be open to it Jennifer seems happy with her current relationship and the co-parenting situation they have. Never say never in Hollywood right? But for now it looks like Ben and Jen are rocking the friendly ex thing and focusing on what is most important: their kids. And hey a happy and healthy co-parenting relationship is a win in itself!