Fans were thrilled to see a beaming Ben Affleck spending time with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner and their child, just hours before Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce.

On the morning of August 20, 2024, Ben Affleck appeared notably cheerful as he stepped off a private jet in Los Angeles with Jennifer Garner and their teenager, Fin. This sighting came shortly before Lopez filed for divorce, marking the couple’s second wedding anniversary.

Jennifer Lopez spotted out in Los Angeles, California on August 17, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Ben, dressed in a white shirt, navy pants, and sunglasses, was photographed smiling widely while managing luggage.

He had just returned from dropping their daughter, Violet, off at college in Connecticut, with Fin wearing a Yale sweater, hinting at Violet’s upcoming university enrollment. Jennifer Garner matched the casual, stylish vibe in a black top and green pants.

Ben Affleck spotted out in Brentwood, California on June 12, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

The family was seen loading their bags into a BMW, with Ben driving and Jennifer in the passenger seat. This heartwarming family moment contrasted sharply with the news of Lopez’s divorce filing.

Many fans took to social media, expressing joy at Ben’s apparent happiness and speculating that he might be relieved about the end of his marriage to Lopez. Some hoped for a reunion between Ben and Jennifer Garner, praising Ben’s positive demeanor and wishing for him to return to his former family life.

Ben Affleck at the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California on January 7, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

The outing also led to some theories about Jennifer Garner’s current relationship status and how it might relate to Ben’s recent happiness.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner spotted out in Los Angeles, California on May 11, 2019 | Source: Getty Images

Additionally, just days before, Jennifer Garner had visited Ben on his birthday, adding to speculation about their relationship.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner spotted out in Los Angeles, California on October 31, 2019 | Source: Getty Images

Lopez’s divorce filing, done independently without a lawyer, and the absence of a prenuptial agreement between her and Ben, have further complicated the split. The couple is currently working out the sale of their Beverly Hills home amidst ongoing negotiations.

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck spotted out in Los Angeles, California on June 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

Their divorce marks a dramatic end to a relationship that began in the early 2000s and was revived in 2021. Despite their separation, fans remain interested in the future of both Ben and Jennifer’s personal lives.

Jennifer Garner visiting Ben Affleck on his 52nd birthday, posted on August 16, 2024 | Source: YouTube/X17onlineVideo