Ben Affleck enjoyed some quality time with his youngest son, Samuel, during a relaxed shopping outing in New York City. The father-son duo was photographed strolling through the streets carrying several Polo Ralph Lauren shopping bags after spending the afternoon browsing the iconic American label.
Affleck embraced understated summer style for the outing, wearing a white button-down shirt with the sleeves casually rolled up, beige trousers and navy slip-on shoes.
© Backgrid/The Grosby GroupSamuel, 14, coordinated with his dad in a simple white T-shirt, black pants and sneakers as they made their way through the city with their purchases.
The outing came after the pair also showed their support for Matt Damon by attending celebrations surrounding the New York premiere of The Odyssey, continuing a tradition of father-son appearances together.
© Backgrid/The Grosby GroupTheir latest New York appearance is another glimpse into one of Hollywood's closest father-son relationships.
Over the years, Affleck and Samuel have been frequently spotted courtside at Los Angeles Lakers games, bonding over basketball and their shared love of sneakers. More recently, they've also taken up golf together, with Samuel often joining his father on the course.
© Backgrid/The Grosby GroupAffleck has also become known for keeping his son grounded despite growing up in Hollywood. Earlier this year, the actor made headlines after declining Samuel's request for a pair of $6,000 designer sneakers, later explaining that he wants his children to understand the value of earning what they want through hard work.
He has also shared that his goal as a father is to be present and help teach his children the values and responsibilities that shaped him growing up.
© Backgrid/The Grosby GroupAffleck shares Samuel, along with his older children Violet and Fin, with ex-wife Jennifer Garner. The former couple have long maintained a cooperative co-parenting relationship, with both prioritizing stability and privacy for their children while supporting them through adolescence.
Ben Affleck's biggest priority remains being present for his children:
Even after his divorce from Jennifer Garner, Ben Affleck has consistently made spending quality time with his three children one of his top priorities.
© x17/The Grosby GroupAffleck has previously described fatherhood as the greatest joy of his life and has said that raising Violet, Fin and Samuel comes before everything else. He has also spoken about wanting to set a positive example for his children, encouraging them to develop strong values, independence and a healthy work ethic rather than taking privilege for granted.
© x17/The Grosby GroupThat commitment has been strengthened by the close co-parenting relationship he shares with Jennifer Garner. Despite ending their marriage in 2018, the former couple have continued to put their children first, frequently supporting one another and making family decisions together.
© x17/The Grosby GroupGarner recently described Affleck as an incredible co-parent and praised him as a great partner in raising their children, explaining that their teamwork has allowed both parents to remain actively involved as their kids have grown older.
The admiration goes both ways. Earlier this year, Garner marked Father's Day by sharing rare family photos of Affleck and their children, writing about how grateful she is that her kids have such a devoted father. She also reflected on how much they love and look up to him, highlighting the strong bond Affleck has built with all three of his children over the years.
