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Jennifer Garner Reflects on 'Hard' Affleck Split, Details Parenting Shift as Kids Grow

Recent reports point to a steady co‑parenting routine that includes shared holidays with Ben Affleck.

Overview

  • In a new Marie Claire UK interview, Garner says the hardest part of her 2015 separation was the breakup of a family and the loss of a partnership and friendship.
  • She describes her approach with Violet, Seraphina and Samuel as "parenting with a button on my mouth," emphasizing autonomy and expressing pride in how they carry themselves.
  • Garner notes that public scrutiny remains tricky for the family, so she avoids consuming gossip about herself or her children.
  • An exclusive PEOPLE source says Affleck joined Thanksgiving and was invited for Christmas with Garner and their kids, describing a routine that works for everyone.
  • Affleck recently praised their children in a rare interview and credited Garner, as Garner continues her work on Apple TV+'s The Last Thing He Told Me and her advocacy roles.