Sophia Michaels
Following his divorce, Ben Affleck is indicating he’s open to dating again. A source revealed to the Daily Mail on October 25, 2024, that while he’s not looking for anything serious until the divorce is settled, he is interested in dating. However, he has a specific preference: “He only wants to date someone who is sober or in recovery.” This guideline reportedly stems from the challenging nature of his previous relationship with Jennifer Lopez, which has left its mark on him. There were concerns during his split with Lopez that Affleck might relapse, prompting the source to state, “He is not going to put his sobriety in jeopardy.”
These comments seem to subtly point towards his ex-wife, especially since Affleck felt overwhelmed in their marriage, which exposed him to temptations linked to Lopez’s glamorous lifestyle. An insider shared with Radar that Affleck feared for his sobriety during their time together. Furthermore, the situation was exacerbated by Lopez launching her own alcohol line, which a source described as “insensitive” towards Affleck’s struggles with addiction. They emphasized that he needed to remove himself from such influences to prioritize his health.
Did Jennifer Lopez disregard Ben Affleck’s struggles with alcohol?
When Jennifer Lopez introduced her DeLola cocktail brand in 2023, she was met with criticism for being hypocritical, especially since fans believed she should be more mindful given her husband’s history with alcohol. In a July 2023 Instagram video, Lopez defended herself saying that while she enjoys cocktails, she drinks responsibly and did not have issues with alcohol herself.
Despite her clarification, many fans expressed disappointment, questioning the appropriateness of her brand given Affleck’s recovery journey. “Your husband’s in recovery. This is so wrong. Disappointed,” one fan remarked online regarding her choice to launch an alcohol brand.
While the situation surrounding her liquor brand seemed insensitive, Lopez did show concern for Affleck’s well-being as they faced marital issues. Interestingly, she found support in Jennifer Garner, who was also worried about Affleck’s sobriety. A source told the Daily Mail that Garner, having been through similar struggles, had her genuine concerns for Affleck’s health amidst the disturbances in his marriage.
If you or someone you know is dealing with addiction, assistance is available. Visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website or call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
