If Ben Affleck’s marriage to JLo fails, Jennifer Garner ‘will have to pick up the pieces’

Garner supports her ex in the storm with JLo, but at what cost?

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Amid the ongoing marital crisis between Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, an unexpected figure has emerged, attempting to restore balance: Jennifer Garner.

The actress and Affleck‘s ex-partner, who does not share a close relationship with JLo, has been supporting the actor and producer during his recent disagreements with the Puerto Rican star, although neither Affleck nor Lopez have publicly acknowledged any issues.

An anonymous source recently told US Weekly that Jennifer Garner, Affleck‘s ex-wife and the mother of his three children (Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12), is “encouraging Ben to work on his marriage to JLo, fully supports their relationship and only wants their happiness.”

This stance, seen as noble, has led many to believe that if Affleck‘s marriage fails, Garner will be there to “pick up the pieces,” as reported by NewsNation.

Garner‘s supportive attitude is commendable and logical. She seeks to ensure Affleck‘s emotional stability because he is the father of her children.

“She wants him happy and healthy so that he can fulfill his responsibilities in the best possible way,” another anonymous source told People magazine.

Together but distant

Recently, Lopez and Affleck were spotted together at Ben’s eldest daughter Violet’s high school graduation party. Despite holding hands occasionally, they seemed distant and somewhat awkward.

Their discomfort was particularly noticeable when they had to attend a party at Garner‘s house after the ceremony, from where they left in a hurry.

Lopez is being impacted by the pressure herself, with the constant media speculation doing little to help her own career.

With the speculation about an imminent divorce, Lopez has been forced to cancel her upcoming tour, and it’s unclear when it will be rescheduled.