Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner have achieved a harmonious and supportive co-parenting relationship. Their Thanksgiving celebration in Los Angeles demonstrated once again that this former power couple knows how to combine family, familiarity, and a touch of culinary magic to create a holiday atmosphere that feels steady and warm.
A source close to Garner shared that the duo, both 53, kept their long-standing tradition alive by celebrating with their three kids at Garner’s home. It has become the family’s unofficial annual script. Jen hosts. Ben shows up. Everyone eats well. The source summed it up simply: “Just like last year, Jen hosted Thanksgiving at her house. Ben and his mom joined.”
Jen’s Kitchen Is Basically Thanksgiving HQ
Garner’s love of cooking is legendary in Hollywood circles. She’s the person friends imagine bringing impeccable homemade stuffing to the potluck while looking absolutely unruffled. According to the insider, “Jen makes it very special. She’s such a great chef. She loves having her whole family together too.”
And the invitation is always open. “Ben’s always welcome at her house,” the source added.
Two Exes, One Team
A decade after announcing their divorce, Affleck and Garner appear to have reached that golden, post-heartache stage. A source recently noted that the pair “get along and really support each other,” emphasizing that Affleck is staying focused on work, wellness, and his kids.
Garner, it turns out, has been instrumental in helping him stay grounded. “Jen’s his biggest cheerleader,” said the source. “It took them years to get to this point, but Jen never gave up on him. And it’s all friendly and centered around the kids now.”
Their kids, of course, are the heart of it all: Violet, 19, Fin, 16, and Samuel, 13.
A Thanksgiving That Doubles as a Tradition of Giving Back
This year mirrored last year’s outing, when the family volunteered with The Midnight Mission’s annual Thanksgiving Street Fair in Los Angeles. Garner returned this Thanksgiving morning to serve meals to the homeless community, continuing a tradition that is compassion-forward and Instagram-story-worthy without even trying.
For anyone wondering whether all this family blending complicates Garner’s love life, the answer appears to be a confident no. The source confirmed that Garner remains happy with boyfriend John Miller. “He’s been incredibly patient and understanding of her family's focus. He’s a great guy and treats Jen very well. She loves dating him," the insider assures.
Ben on Fatherhood: Softest Side Activated
Affleck made a rare comment about co-parenting in October while supporting the premiere of "Kiss of the Spider-Woman," which he produced. His pride in his kids was unmistakable. Asked about daughter Violet's United Nations testimony regarding the long-term impact of the pandemic on children, Affleck lit up.
“I could not be more proud of my children. I can’t even tell you. [Violet] takes after her mom. She’s spectacular,” he said.
He didn’t stop there. “I’m very lucky that I’ve got a great partner and that we got great kids. It’s the joy of my life and I’m just very lucky. And it makes me happy every day.”