Kaylah Walton
Amidst the destruction caused by the wildfires in Los Angeles, Violet Affleck, daughter of Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck, is emphasizing the crucial role of wearing masks.
With the wildfires affecting air quality, Violet is promoting the use of face masks as a protective step, mirroring her past efforts during the pandemic.
Recently, Violet was spotted wearing an N-95 mask while receiving comfort from her father outside his rented home in Brentwood, urging her family to prioritize safety against the smoke.
The wildfires have led to Ben Affleck evacuating his luxurious mansion in Pacific Palisades, impacting several high-profile neighborhoods, including those of celebrities like Paris Hilton, Anthony Hopkins, and Leighton Meester.
Advocating for mask use
Violet’s commitment to mask advocacy extends beyond pandemic concerns and has been rejuvenated due to the current fires. A family insider revealed that she is continuously urging her parents and siblings to adopt mask-wearing to mitigate the effects of poor air quality.
“Violet is genuinely dedicated to pushing for mask mandates, especially now, as she sees the necessity of masks to protect against more than just viral threats,” the insider shared.
This is not the first instance of Violet advocating for stricter mask regulations. In July 2023, she made news with an impactful speech at a meeting of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, where she called for enhanced protective measures during pandemic times.
She urged the extension of mask mandates in healthcare and government facilities, as well as advocating for accessible high-quality tests, air filtration solutions, and increased availability of COVID-19 treatments.
Her testimony was particularly poignant, as she discussed her own struggle with “post-viral conditions,” underscoring her position on why mask exemptions, especially in medical environments, should not be tolerated.
