Ben Affleck Addresses Response to Howard Stern Interview and Talks About Batman & George Clooney

[@dyent]

I bet Matt Damon was happy to get a chance to catch up with Ben in the green room.

[@waryaawariiri1812]

Do you see get his commercial when watching this show on YT? I seem I've seen a bit more of that on this channel's videos.

[@illnsp08]

🤣😂

[@Railoffroader2]

🤣

[@jakestroll6518]

Damon's just super happy that he's ending the year with Ben back as the least liked one in their friendship. Lucky Matt, his F slur saga has been forgotten

[@jaime4022]

lmao. Good one!

[@Chris24_]

The worst part is it REALLY was one of the best interviews I think I’ve seen on Howard Stern in a while, he really got personal, was open and transparent about a lot of things he wouldn’t usually talk about, it’s a shame cause on the back of all this he probably won’t be doing that ever again…

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi it me Ben affleck

[@Chris24_]

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[@benaffleck5070]

@@Chris24_ it really me Ben affleck

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@@Chris24_ message me right now

[@Chris24_]

@@benaffleck5070 it really you!?!?

[@miralabualjadail4206]

Man. I feel the struggle Ben is going through. I almost want him to get away from the limelight, its too much. With the divorce and sobriety and all this. You can see how hard he is dealing with it all.

[@lynnsmithershubbard1896]

way too early for him to dive deep into a high profile (or any other) relationship

[@erikalenoeye8925]

Its so visible on his face

[@ashleytaccone5298]

Right 😔 he just kept going on n on

[@Jalil-wx7rh]

🙄🙄🙄🙄 Over the top as usual.

[@lilmilontiktok]

@@cookie5335 no

[@artfull334]

It’s good of Jimmy to allow Ben to express his anger and frustration about the stressful time he’s been through. Hopefully he will now be able to move forward with his life.

[@charissewilliams3368]

We are all human and so is Ben. Let us please give him credit for working towards sobriety, working again and on many human, tender subjects as Tender Bar. I applaud him and happy for his finding his rekindled love, Jennifer Lopez. It is very generous of Mr. Kimmel to give Ben the platform to explain how he was misunderstood during the Howard Stern interview. Let us applaud him for "waking up" from his addiction, working at it, succeeding for his kids, for himself. That is success more than any Oscar can give you.

[@dr.zeeshanhameed1868]

5:56 when he starts talking about Batman

[@tahmidshahnafi4643]

👑

[@LazyEyeNZ]

Appreciate you

[@edp3202]

Once people become "famous", everyone forgets they're just people. Nothing will ever change that.

[@Igaveyoumyfakename]

"Ben a fleck. My fault." LOL.

[@ChristianVedder1]

Happy for Ben! Hope he gets recognized for his compelling performance in The Tender Bar starting with the SAG Awards. He definitely has my VOTE!

[@sandrabullock3487]

Thanks for your comment ❤️. It's Your love and support keeps me going. I have a fan community were I interact with fans like you. I'll love you to join ♥️ I Would love to speak with You 🥰

[@benaffleck5070]

I’m

[@audreyeaston1852]

I remember Richard Burton said good actors are stupid! Ben, you have two Oscar’s but no common sense. JLo over Jen, oh please!😢 😊

[@rosemarieramirez3460]

@@audreyeaston1852 why do you have to say that JLo over jgarner. That makes no sense Ben and jgarner are divorced Life goes on

[@nebulousisgod]

Kinda nice to see celebrities being upfront and acting with down to earth humility. Especially on talk shows which most people hate.

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi am Ben affleck

[@twstf8905]

Hahaha "Are Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield in the Flash movie?!" he said 🤣 (I almost spit my coffee out through my nose!)

[@deveshshah2963]

They are

[@ladona1928]

So what, guy was unhappy in his marriage, even if it was Jen Garner. She’s a sweet lady, but if it doesn’t work out, they did the right thing, divirced and focused on the kids, I mean these people are human too, common folks

[@lms1190]

There’s no problem if he said it just like you did without being cruel and disrespectful like he did. He’s not very articulate anymore.

[@purplewine7362]

@@lms1190 except, he was not disrespectful, to anyone

[@adibamir]

He was unhappy his beeswax but he drank cheated on his ex with a nanny & still he's talking

[@VsLeo1]

I love it how he went on Kimmel to promote a movie and unprompted, started talking about the Howard S. interview. - Jimmy just sat there and let him explain himself 😅

[@hoyle9986]

Riiiiight! I felt this was more his “attempt” at damage control..maybe?!? 🤷🏻‍♀️…it just didn’t hit well..

[@LeeLee19901]

He so drunk

[@quinnysworld1086]

All planned

[@raulcitraro]

Drinking alcohol without control makes you do and say stupid things!

[@Jalil-wx7rh]

So clueless. All of you. 🙄

[@marge6581]

I love him, he's such a talented actor! The Howard Stern interview was great!

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi am Ben affleck

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi it really me Ben affleck

[@soioioioioioio34]

The guys a drunk

[@JennyWinters]

I wanted for years to really love him. I am still trying but it's hard.

[@rosamendoza7526]

He looks better smiling and with a blended family. Like he said “don’t take thinks out of context.” His life is better than ever.

[@Kevin-ui8cz]

I loved that interview he did with Howard. He was so open and if you are also in recovery you could feel that he is genuinely living in recovery.

[@alexokin6819]

Where can i watch it free cant find it anywhere. I struggle too Howard reminds me of my dad who died in 911 n daredevilss my fav movie. Ouch to both… i know

[@hristosk9333]

It wad pretty obvious Ben was under the influence during the Howard interview.

[@djb1317]

He was hyped up while slurring and acting clumsy, he was one something

[@onan.o2308]

finally someone told ben to stop giving interviews, he doesn't need to give all that info about his life. Privacy saves lives.

[@nashantastanley3261]

How STUPID you gotta be to go on The Howard Stern Show!!😳

[@paulamilheiras3479]

@@kosmosbjm his gambling problem was all over the news. That's probably why JLo was suffocating him. I had to laugh when he said his charity was in L.A. now he's in "awe" with JLo. He can't handle any long lasting relationship.

[@VAZAX7]

@@kosmosbjm garner with ben vas never bennifer you crazy hater. only bennifer are ben and jlo for your desgrice

[@AMilo-qm4ed]

@@VAZAX7 Yes it was...look it up when they got together it was Bennifer 2.0...it was all over the news, they were given that label...and u shouldn't be a hater either to that poster...they just stated the truth.. js.. Just the facts.

[@VAZAX7]

@@AMilo-qm4ed no they never wernt lunatic

[@Billiedakid]

I totally understood what he meant on the interview is sad people attacked him, he is just a regular human who has all the rights of feeling in an specific way, and that doesn’t mean he was blaming her. This is why actors never open up about their life’s cause they are judged all the time when they do.

[@julietacamargo4042]

Sorry but Ben Affleck is not a very nice person he is a cheater and gambler moms boy al alcoholic etc.

[@pattid7998]

Me tooo..! When you are unhappy or feeling lost, people can turn to things that aren't the best for us, Alcohol, drugs, food, shopping... It's a way to fill the void instead of dealing with what is really putting you in this place.

[@tammiepage6489]

Some people take it the wrong way and I’m not a Ben Affleck fan so you don’t know what’s going on in somebody’s mind I’m thinking people just take it the wrong way and they spend it the way they want because I’ve seen people do that like where I say one thing and they just take it the wrong way and maybe the way I said it didn’t come out right to say don’t come out right so you even if you’re not a Ben Affleck fan then it’s stupid to criticize because I’m not a Ben Affleck fan not really

[@Tommy-fh6bs]

@@julietacamargo4042 oh really and how do you know Ben?

[@julietacamargo4042]

@@Tommy-fh6bs We use to work together that is how.

[@adriennebernardo1877]

I really like Ben!! It's unfortunately a world of haters and twist things that are said? I really like him and I'm sure he's a great dad and overall nice guy that went through a rough time but got help for it and now he's back on the screen doing great and doing great with the love of his life JLO!!! I love them together so much and they were always meant to be!! So happy they are back!!!

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi am Ben affleck

[@peterverdera8759]

Ben Afflick has slave owner ancestors, the irony is recent white immigrants who had nothing to do with the past have to pay the price and get blamed for something Ben Afflicks ancestors and the likes caused. He doesn't deserve a platform

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi it really me Ben affleck

[@benaffleck5070]

Are you a big fans of my

[@rosemarieramirez3460]

@@benaffleck5070 yes I am so love all your movies

[@sandradinhoraislasfonseca306]

He made a mistake by making such personal statements knowing that in today's world people on social media love to judge others, as if they themselves are perfect.

[@giselek.507]

Exactly, the same people you say he hurt JG, his kids are the same who are calling him an alcoholic when the guy is sober for a year now or calling JL names as if their kids couldn't see their comments.

[@chrissangrin1150]

The truth is Jennifer Garner stole Ben Affleck while he was ENGAGED to Jennifer Lopez. She chased Ben knowing full well HE WAS TAKEN SO SHE WAS THE STEALER/STALKER AND HAD NO RESPECT FOR JENNIFER LOPEZ AT ALL! Ben realized Jennifer Garner's temptations didn't work! Ben married JG and regretted it. Jennifer Lopez thought she was going to marry Ben BUT THE THIEF JENNIFER GARNER STOLE HIM AWAY AND MARRIED HIM!! HOW DARE SHE WHEN HE WAS ENGAGED TO BEN! BUT IN THE END KARMA WAS A BI*TCH BABY! WHAT JENNFER G DID TO JLO CAME BACK TO JGARNER WITH A FIERCE VENGEANCE! AND THEN JG HAD THE NERVE TO SAY BAD THINGS ABOUT JLO WHEN JLO WAS THE INNOCENT VICTIM HERE!! WHAT A HYPOCRITE!! BEN REALLY NEVER WANTED JG IN THE FIRST PLACE OTHERWISE HE WOULD HAVE STAYED WITH HER TODAY. SHE GOT PREGNANT TO TRAP HIM AND HE SAID HE FELT TRAPPED BC OF THE KIDS! WOMEN USE THE OLDEST TRICK IN THE BOOK TO TRAP MEN BUT IT 99% DOESN'T WORK, YOU FOOLISH WOMEN! BEN AND JLO WERE SO IN LOVE BUT BEN WAS TEMPTED AND JG WAITED TO STEAL AWAY BEN WHO ALREADY HAD A WOMAN HE HAD *PROMISED* TO MARRY! SHAME ON JG FOR USING PREGNANCIES TO TRAP BEN! SHAME, SHAME, SHAME! JG DIDN'T CARE THAT BEN WAS ENGAGED TO BE MARRIED, SHE STOLE HIM ANYWAY!! THIEF!! JG WILL STEAL YOUR MAN BECAUSE SHE ONLY CARES ABOUT HERSELF. SHE DIDN'T CARE THAT SHE DROVE JLO INTO A DEEP DEPRESSION ALL SHE CARED ABOUT WAS SHE WANTED BEN AND ALL HIS BABIES! SHE'S A BABY MAKER. SHE DROVE BEN TO BE AN ALCOHOLIC BECAUSE HE KNEW HE HAD MADE A BIG MISTAKE WITH HER AND JLO WAS SO HEART BROKEN WITHOUT BEN. BUT NOOOO...JG HAD TO GO GET HERSELF PREGNANT TO TRAP BEN. HE EVEN SAID HE WAS TRAPPED! WOMEN TRAP MEN ALL THE TIME. YOU PPL SHOULD QUIT BLAMING BEN OR JLO BECAUSE THE REAL VILLAIN HERE IS JG AND SHE AND HIS FRIENDS AND HIS FAMILY AND FANS KNOW IT!! SO HUSH WITH THE LIES! YOUR LIES ARE HURTING HIS KIDS. JUST LEAVE BEN AND HIS KIDS ALONE.

[@bobbiemontgomery6584]

@@chrissangrin1150 - wow! And you know this how? Social media.

[@Lyddiebits]

@@chrissangrin1150 so JG forced Ben to marry her...really. 🙄 😂😂😂😂

[@marykuhn337]

Isn’t it awful though? We are doomed as doomed can be.

[@Erasureeraser]

Ben Affleck in Jimmy Kimmel Live? Missed opportunity for Matt Damon to be there 😂

[@jayu9642]

i think this was more to discuss the seriousness of the Howard stern thing

[@joanie3452]

Not for Matt Damon.

[@fundifferent1]

Jimmy Kimmel stopped doing the Matt Damon thing for some reason.

[@jaded_ninja]

@@jayu9642 it was scheduled even before howard interview

[@Erasureeraser]

@@fundifferent1 what reason? Where's your proof? Maybe Matt can't be there due to his schedule? Ridiculous and funny that people say stuff like this without even a clear PROOF!

[@nessalight8681]

I don't know Ben Affleck personally, I know he has a public persona and is subject to this stuff, but he is totally right. The media, "journalism", as a whole, disgusts me. SO many articles are click bait-y and are designed to get you to read them. And its usually trashing someone. Because scandal sells. When its someone's family and children and ADDICTION involved... Leave them alone! I think we as a society can just do better. We can do better by not clicking on it.

[@BF-kd4uc]

Ok...than , why he give these terrible interviews about his ex-wife? He obviosly love the trash!

[@youknowwhoiam6057]

Well said 👏

[@peterverdera8759]

Ben Afflick has slave owner ancestors, the irony is recent white immigrants who had nothing to do with the past have to pay the price and get blamed for something Ben Afflicks ancestors and the likes caused. He doesn't deserve a platform

[@peterverdera8759]

Ben afflect is the biggest guilt triper when it comes to race issues because he has slave owner ancestors.

[@godnah]

Ben sounded to me like he was slurring his speech during the Stern interview. He actually looks a bit sauced here too. I hope he's okay.

[@kev1119]

Hes healthy now. Doesnt look bloated anymore and gotten back in shape

[@toastedjoe1013]

Something definitely seemed off about his speech during this.

[@amandaskywalker7331]

@@kev1119 He is clearly under the influence. He is slurring his speech and rambling. Really sad.

[@goohbishta1]

Really? I didn't see this at all...

[@DREAM_ORIGINS]

I agree, he seems a little too talky, definitely seems drunk, very talky

[@dividepaths]

This is such a good crowd, actually paying attention and listening instead of blindly applauding every God forsaken statement to no end.

[@alinabrito8576]

Because nobody is buying it.

[@Kincaidu]

I dont know what he did but Ben looks miles better than before. Healthy, fit and even looking younger even.

[@ladytalk3230]

Dating jlo again

[@cngotham4111]

He's sober and finally called it quits on his marriage. I know that sounds like a bad thing but when your in a relationship that's not working it's better for your mental state to move on. He's also dating jlo now and seems to be getting plenty of work these day. These might be some of the factors.

[@IzThizThingOn]

I'm the youngest of four children. I was 7-years-old in 1977 when my father was granted full custody as adjudicated in a Los Angeles County family court. I'm 51 now -- to this day my father has never once disparaged my mother.

[@nikkihoran9204]

And when did he disgrace his ex wife?

[@frolickinglions]

Yeah. If Ben felt the need to get emotions out, he should've done it with a therapist or friend, not publicly trash the mother of his children.

[@Nishanth_mementomori]

@@nikkihoran9204 he literally blamed her for his issues

[@nikkihoran9204]

@@Nishanth_mementomori no he didn’t. He blamed the situation that both of them were in. He has constantly admitted that he’s an alcoholic. But it’s also important to state his truth. His truth happens to be that he was in a marriage that wasn’t healthy, they were faking it for the kids. It’s doesn’t matter how good of a spouse you have being with someone for the wrong reasons can lead to unhappiness which is what happened to him

[@IzThizThingOn]

@@frolickinglions Stop cherry-picking.

[@malumello17]

This man is real.👏👏

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi it really me Ben affleck

[@kenlo6688]

the way this man literally said so many things on that interview with howard, yet the only thing people got out of that interview is to take things out of context.

[@manuelacassuto]

AMEN

[@nea1691]

People see what they want to see and it is related to their emotional intelligence and sometimes intellectual as well. Noone can exceed their own limit unless they purposely try to evolve

[@nybriag7663]

It was on of his best interviews!! He was so honest and raw!!! He barely opens up like that. He never said anything negative about his ex wife, he never talks badly about her like ever since I’ve been following him. All he said is he felt trapped in that marriage bc he was staying in it for his kids. He was unhappy so his drinking got out of control, he never once blamed her for his drinking, that’s all on him. He praised her, he even said she told him to get help, and he agreed. And that if he continued in that marriage it wouldn’t have done him any good bc he would have kept self destructing, he was unhappy, they grew apart. That’s it. It happens.❤️

[@laysonjee]

It's because that's the triggered one.. if it wasn't mean to something, people won't realized it.. that's the power of media, sometimes they exposed too much and twisted in a negative way but sometimes they help to tell the truth and let it out to being honest.

[@laysonjee]

@@nybriag7663 I'm confused.. so it JG is there and helped him to get back... Why would Ben be unhappy? Did JG do something that breaks his heart? Or did he do something that breaks JG heart? We never know.. I'm not so sure why he is unhappy, when they have 3 beautiful kids.. what is wrong? I think Ben will be honest and open up for self evaluation starting today after this happens. Maybe he will tell what's really going on behind their marriage without alcoholism🤔. That's impossible to happen...

[@RnBReworked]

He was the one who mentioned his kids in the Stern interview in relation to feeling trapped, so it's a little hypocritical of him to say he's hurt by how they will be affected by the comments in the media. He should just not speak about it, like Jennifer Garner doesn't.

[@Sandra-lb5pu]

100%

[@carlycoppi4769]

I’m so glad he got the chance to say that! Famous people are humans also and no one should ever say anything about someone’s kids ever and how can you not love Ben he’s so amazing and talented and so very easy on the eyes and he’s a great dad 🥰🥰🥰

[@aztradescrypto]

he dived right into the topic of his family which clearly shows the only reason hes on kimmy live was to clear up alot of rumours going around, hes not there to promote the work hes done hes just there voicing his concerns

[@normacolon9618]

He is there for both. Because these showed ate planned before.

[@Jannbright24]

I think that was a.big mistake talking about his ex wife. His.movie.premiered Friday night. I hope it.did.well.

[@julietacamargo4042]

Yeah because what he said was wrong and now he wants to fixed it. He is pathetic.

[@tammiepage6489]

They would eventually ask in an interview and they would’ve sat there and asked him anyway and I think that’s why he did it to because he would eventually asked any report if Jimmy didn’t ask him another report I would ask him about it even if he was there to promote his movie they were sit there is eventually asked that’s what I do

[@leahmiller37]

The show was cast to promote the movie before all this other stuff happened. I am going to do some research just to verify some things to prove my and several other people are right and then leave this platform alone. If I have been unkind to some, forgive me. For others who have viciously attacked me, I forgive you. To others who are just mean and evil and saying things hurtful, you will reap what you have down. To others who have been malicious, it won't change a thing bc Ben has gone back to J-Lo and they are happy. I wish them well. To a couple of people who texted me that I have told not to text me again, I didn't read your texts so you accomplished NOTHING!!!

[@saintsataniko2116]

I've always liked Ben Affleck, even when it seemed like he was the constant target of inexplicable derision and abuse. Happy to see him healthy, in new films, and as Batman for one last time.

[@peachesandpoets]

This.

[@HonkyDonkeyKingKongDingDong]

It’s not confirmed to be his last appearance

[@jakestroll6518]

Are people so accustomed to mindless fans fawning that criticism for gaffes is "inexplicable derision and abuse"? He's an A lister whose peers awarded with an Oscar and who has a young fanbase as Batman. He's plenty popular. He'll be fine with being called out for not working his AA program fully.

[@TheMrGiannisgr]

@@HonkyDonkeyKingKongDingDong He confirmed he doesn’t want to do more IP films and Batman was his biggest one. Keaton is taking his place.

[@sebastianguecen6301]

I hope so the trilogy Ben afleck’s batman

[@sylviahernandez9358]

He definitely had to clear the air, and took advantage of his time!

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi am Ben affleck

[@wiseguyasif]

bruh he's in great shape i wish he was still playing batman in the snyderverse

[@marveliciouscombos]

Roids bro

[@wisespidey]

He won't

[@jpdilley]

@@wisespidey I’m sorry are you from the future?

[@herloss448]

Bro shut up.he looks rough .leave that man alone.he need a rest

[@Jboy19881]

The snyderverse is done bro

[@giselek.507]

The way he eluded the question about Jlo, smart guy. When you see the proportion his Howard Stern interview took, I understand better why he doesn't want to speak about their relationship. People are definitively not ready about what he could say...

[@B-ch6uk]

Maybe he should think before he talks...

[@jordancharles8598]

@@B-ch6uk That doesn't guarantee anything... people right now are reacting to what they think he said on Howard Stern without knowing what he actually said.

[@lms1190]

@@jordancharles8598 nope they are reacting to his exact words. I heard it and it was reprinted exactly what he said less all he slurring.

[@keepingitreal5533]

@@lms1190 Exactly Lisa! He did say what the media SAID he said. It would have been better if he just apologized rather than making it look like it was the typical "out of context" excuse.

[@naylas3908]

I listened to the entire thing. His emphasis was on how they tried to work together, even through the divorce, what a great mom she is, etc. Then they take out this one part and take it completely out of context.

[@edwardmakabling418]

The Batfleck we wanted so much.

[@zackjenkins5836]

People make mistakes. That's one of many things that make us human. Working on them and learning from them is easier said than done. I've always admired Ben Affleck and as a fan, I am very proud of him for clearing the air on this sensitive topic.

[@robbie4084]

Indeed well said

[@TGJD1231]

Please explain how he cleared it up?? He doesn't deny saying it as he did. Regardless if it was a 1 minute or 2 hour conversation HE stated those words. It's not what you say it's how it makes you feel and pretty sure he just showed the world yet again how inept he really is. Try saying those words to one of your ex's and see what the reaction is.

[@morbidmanmusic]

Yet, none of you still know any truth. Just because he "cleared the air". Means nothing. You don't know any of these people. Humans=gullible

[@jlee739]

Yep, at 49 he should know better

[@lms1190]

He didn’t clear the air. He added to his lies that he didn’t “really” say what we all heard him say. And if he really cared about his kids he would apologize publicly to their mother and them and own up to his actual behavior.

[@TorQueMoD]

I feel so sorry for Ben having to deal with that kind of BS "journalism". It really sucks that anyone can post whatever they want online and have zero consequence.

[@dellamarie3924]

I agree Tor

[@jarahstrobel778]

I'm so glad he addressed it.

[@keepingitreal5533]

He addressed it but it didn't really help things because he did say what he said. He specifically separated the concept of being unhappy with Jennifer as opposed to the separate issue of his kids. This wasn't taken out of context to be honest.

[@lynnryczek6542]

Why? Who cares?

[@joelwallace9221]

Why do you care so much about someone's relationship? When clearly you don't know them and they don't know you

[@purplewine7362]

@@keepingitreal5533 🤡

[@AndreaStote]

Ben Affleck is so nice and I love him ❤ glad he's seems so happy

[@robkerz2610]

After llistening to Ben on Stern, I really became a closer fan. He just seemed real. I dont get the hate. Love ya Ben. Keep your chin up sir. Dont let the haters get you down.

[@vdowatcher]

One can almost sense the Batman kinda aggression in Affleck's tone when he said to not involve his kids in all the mess.

[@jordanellis3615]

I love how jimmy just be springing questions on his guests 😂

[@morbidmanmusic]

Well, it is a talk show...

[@pdcdesign9632]

He also be summering some questions every now and then.

[@PeterJelo]

can you imagine anything else going on?

[@dominiquejones6758]

I listened to the interview and couldn’t understand how people concluded he blamed Jennifer Garner for his situation. I think people just wanted to drag him down. He didn’t blame Garner at all. It’s the same thing with Chris Pratt. I’m not a fan of the guy but he didn’t shade his ex wife or son for being happy with his current wife. People are just bored!

[@Jannbright24]

Haters

[@dianalorani1910]

@@Jannbright24 gonna hate

[@ITcanB]

Ben Affleck is still so handsome and talented ❤

[@lvdon380]

This is a perfect example of how trashy tabloid media can make a clickbait headline and run with it. If anyone had bothered to listen to the entire interview you would realize how much his words got twisted.

[@debbiedoodiedandi]

It didn't make sense because he's always been incredibly deferential to Gardner in the press, on social media, etc. I figured it was taken out of context

[@ximenazenteno6395]

Omg i fought everywhere cause people love to judge pretty quick and the worst part is just bc one sentence that me media choose 🙄🙄🙄

[@daisyblue2447]

Have you not heard the interview? I did. He said it and he meant it.

[@teflonpipe7477]

He doesn’t seem drunk at all, lol. Y’all just really wanna drag a guy down or project your own issues. He’s a great actor who’s been through some things. We should leave that alone.

[@dellamarie3924]

Amen!!

[@rosemarieramirez3460]

Totally agree

[@samosmond2375]

Yo Ben sounds like a retired boxer…

[@superbabeuk]

aka drunk

[@nancy6315]

He says that he is sober but he sure doesn’t sound like it

[@song4mozart]

His speech is slurred. What is he on?

[@samosmond2375]

If you close your eyes and listen, he sounds broken

[@etrup23]

​@@song4mozart his slurred speech makes me think he had a minor stroke or something it looks like a weird speech impediment he's developed lol it's 100% adderall and naltrexone for the drinking

[@susansharp112]

Ben said it. Now own it ! No more excuses

[@anthonymartensen3164]

Or maybe let the parties involved handle it and stop trying to make assumptions.

[@adansanchez3509]

@@anthonymartensen3164 Exactly!

[@rosemarieramirez3460]

Ben Affleck is a talented Actor! He just spoked the truth

[@benoakman3069]

That Howard Stern interview was the celeb interview of the year. It bugs me that he was penalised for it, cause it’ll stop celebs from being human beings publicly & they’ll just stay in the safe zone of being fake & just selling their products.

[@leahmiller37]

He forgot to hold back on his real feelings bc his words with Howard Stern were his real feelings. He did not love Garner and he certainly did not want to stay married to her as long as he did. It is as plain and simple as that. Her fans not being able to handle that is like them denying that he should not have been angry that she tricked him into getting her pregnant. Or do they seriously think he wanted to get a married woman pregnant?

[@rachelwalsh6116]

@@leahmiller37 he should not have married her and how did she trick him to get her pregnant.

[@cococalalala]

Listen this and apologize to Ben Affleck! He NEVER blamed Jennifer Garner for nothing!

[@susantaylor1804]

Obviously you didn't listen to the interview.

[@user-iq4ow3fn1t]

Oh he did. But he is not taking accountability here. I don't hate him though, but just telling the truth.

[@higgsboson9380]

I lost respect for a lot of outlets for misreporting on this. If you watch the whole interview he only had good things to say about Jennifer. So The view, People magazine, and all the others owe Ben, Jennifer and their kids an apology.

[@chronocross85]

I listened to his interview with Howard Stern and it was a great interview. Wasn't surprised that the media took his words and created a false narrative.

[@chronocross85]

@@martinalukacic5625 I hope you watched his Howard Stern interview instead of reading clickbait articles and letting them decide your opinion for you. He literally praised Jennifer and took accountability for his mistakes in the interview

[@keepingitreal5533]

@@chronocross85 there were certainly moments of the interview where he was complimentary towards Jennifer Garner but he did specifically say that he felt trapped in his marriage but stayed because of his kids. There's no way to undo that or call it trickery by the media. He specifically said that with reference to Jennifer Garner and the unhappy marriage that he felt trapped in.

[@peachmunar4394]

@@keepingitreal5533 At least he's being honest and courageous to tell the truth. Unlike other relationships, trying to cover up but actually they're very lonely and at the same time hypocrite for hiding the truth. Life is short, so, enjoy it to the fullest.😍 Be happy!!!❤❤❤

[@sassysarina9718]

@@peachmunar4394 He "honestly " was disrespectful to Jennifer

[@keepingitreal5533]

@@peachmunar4394 you're correct...he was honest on Howard but he hasn't owned it and instead is trying to pretend like he didn't say what he said or that it was "taken out of context". That's where the issue is

[@jgreen3871]

"He, who is without sin cast the first stone". I listened to Ben's interview with Stern. Ben was being painfully transparent about his demons. There's a saying, "Don't throw pearls to pigs", my apologies to the pigs. Sadly, many people drew their conclusion without giving any respect to the most vulnerable in the family... the children. You tend to wonder why many focused on judging his words, instead of empathizing with a family that has been crumbling for the past 5 years. For what? Dirt translates to higher ratings to advance their careers?

[@benaffleck5070]

Hi am Ben affleck

[@JennyWinters]

He said things about his ex that was not very nice on Howard Stern and she's bent over backwards to help him.

[@rosemarieramirez3460]

@@JennyWinters okay it happen let go and go on he is who clean of sin throw the first stone

[@JennyWinters]

@@rosemarieramirez3460 lol this was like a month ago and you brought it up now I'm so glad his ex is free of him. I 'd forgotten about him already. But you go Jennifer Garner!!!!! You were tired of being his mommy and I don't blame you!

[@davincibarnette]

Ben is on something riiiiiggght now. He said exactly what he said in that interview. Now he's trying to do damage control. It would be far more effective if he were not obviously under the influence of something, oh, so obviously, RIGHT NOW.

[@hayleyh.6989]

🤔 He's sober unlike most of his previous appearances.

[@mattgaming8717]

Always liked Ben. And to see anyone grow in self. Is pretty damn cool. All Batmans in one? Movies are just blowing up my mind.

[@JennyWinters]

Where have you seen him be accountable. He is doing PR on Kimmel to fix his mess he said on Howard Stern. He is an unaccountable irresponsible child that is still using drugs and the drugs parts doesn't bother me as much as the not taking accountability to his ex wife and trying to rake kitty litter over what he said about Jennifer Garner. He comes over very immature.

[@dianalorani1910]

He's very not sober and I feel sad for his kids seeing this when they are old enough

[@kaoskartoffel6572]

Yes, his tongue was so heavy in this interview. Sounded like he had to speak around it.

[@veritasnumquamperit1421]

praying for the OG Ben Affleck. I won’t speculate as to what’s wrong with him here. he’s human. having a human experience. stay solid sir.

[@TommyVercettisGamingNews]

Pathological narcissism is a terrible thing.

[@veritasnumquamperit1421]

@@TommyVercettisGamingNews indeed it is. i’m able to attest all too well, but as i stated i won’t speculate as to what this display of behavior is from him.

[@bresi4405]

Indeed

[@ojk46]

Huh? He’s doing great. This is the og ben affleck

[@dr.stevengreer1747]

@@veritasnumquamperit1421 well done man.

[@daveskelton7101]

The interview on Howard Stern with Ben Affleck gave me much more respect for Ben and how honest he is. Good dude

[@awaholswilder9271]

U have respect for a person who talks bad about the mother of his children?

[@ShotgunSandwichENT]

@@awaholswilder9271 oh geez 🤦‍♂️

[@daveskelton7101]

@@awaholswilder9271 you must not of heard the interview. . Maybe try listening to it before you make a comment. The media got it wrong

[@lms1190]

@@daveskelton7101 no they DIDNT get it wrong ! You can’t praise someone on one side of your mouth then slam them with the other side and think your praise will negate what you said. Seems like all the Bennifer stans don’t want to face up to the facts much like Ben never faces consequences of his behavior

[@SayItAintSo4real]

@@lms1190 👏 thank you.

[@Josh-go5lu]

I just want batman happy man. Ben deserves to be happy

[@TheMrGiannisgr]

He left the role so now he can be happy.

[@nybriag7663]

He looks the best he has ever looked!!! And you can tell JLO makes the happiest he’s ever been, she went to Kimmel with him to for support. I’m beyond happy for him!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@brifromnyc4271]

@@nybriag7663 I can’t wait for when they breakup again lol

[@abelvidales15]

@@TheMrGiannisgr he left and then returned to the role

[@rosemarieramirez3460]

@@brifromnyc4271 so sorry I don’t see coming

[@celeste5508]

sweet soul :) seems hes been through alot in life.. as many of us have i guess.. bless us all

[@Nazaba09]

Ben’s interview with howard stern was heartbreaking. This is an utterly broken, insecure depressed man. Wish he finds happiness in life.

[@Jalil-wx7rh]

He has. The problem is they don't wanna see him happy, especially with who he's with.

[@JimNortonsAlcoholism]

He's trying to backtrack here from what he clearly said lol

[@Jalil-wx7rh]

@@JimNortonsAlcoholism And did he "clearly say"? Tell me.

[@JimNortonsAlcoholism]

@@Jalil-wx7rh He began drinking because he was trapped in his marriage with Garner. You can listen to his interview

[@Jalil-wx7rh]

@@JimNortonsAlcoholism I actually did. The whole interview. When it first came out. Yeah, he felt trapped because of his decision to stay in a marriage he wasn't happy in for his children. That was HIS choice and HIS struggle. That's what he said. He never blamed Garner for anything. He never said she forced him to stay or to drink.

[@kathyjarvis8191]

I saw the posts online. I responded negatively. I’m glad for this interview to set the record straight. Thank you Jimmy Kimmel, and Ben Affleck

[@Cat-gl9cm]

My entire opinion of Ben has changed. I loved his openness on Howard and how he tackled his issue with the press head on on Kimmel!

[@TheTomhik]

Why is his voice so different from what he sounded like in the past?

[@BarnoRenfro]

He sounds like George Clooney, maybe spend to much time together

[@marialewis6432]

He needs to stop smoking now

[@kosmosbjm]

Probably a combination of alcohol and smoking.

[@And...ow3ch]

He’s buzzed…

[@mirabella2154]

Alcohol...

[@hessu275]

Great that he's doing better

[@kingrobert7246]

Don’t care. Needs to do a batfleck solo movie

[@julieparker9581]

He talks about how it hurts his kids. He should also include his ex-wife in the same narrative.

[@mrs.w5145]

Umm I believe the point was that it would hurt his kids if he maligned his ex-wife, which he didn’t smh

[@marko6947]

Shut up

[@teresitauy5532]

I agree with you. ,especially with Christmas coming and he will be seeing his kids ? What's done is done . I just don't understand why now .

[@marialewis6432]

Oh puhleeze pay attention and LISTEN 🙄

[@minecraftmonkeysar1119]

Exactly! He’s not sorry he said it, he’s sorry his kids heard it.

[@truthseeker1234]

They twisted what Ben said. People want NOTHING but drama!!! He said he was stuck because he wanted to stay for his children........that is why he felt trapped and started drinking. People who twisted his story go eat crow.

[@crystalsolorio2295]

@UCiZkfqaS1GOsqPeAIIU5Ocw Amen!!

[@crystalsolorio2295]

People do twist what people say but in this case I do believe Ben Affleck is full of crap. He's not taking accountability for his own actions by saying his life pushed him to drink. That's just like a women or child abuser would say they pushed them to lose their temper and hit them..... bullshit!!

[@ykook7000]

So he waffled on like a mad man about his family in the first 5 minutes yet was more clear and succinct on the stupid football question

[@csloane4129]

I don't know about "waffling". But he was addressing something serious and very personal that had JUST happened and was THE elephant in the room. To have to bring this kind of thing up on Kimmel would be awkward, at best, for absolutely anyone in his position. But I think he did an admirable job getting his thoughts and feelings across and just speaking his piece.

[@777pattyb]

Ben keep your mouth shut and don’t do interviews anymore. Lol stay focus on your kids and sobriety. Be always kind and loving to the mother of your children, Jennifer Garner 🥰💕 your kids will read your comments one day.

[@andrimarbi]

He seems very broken about it. People need to have a little humanity sometimes.

[@yumnahsalie4996]

The song 'People hurt People' is so real in this world of Social media pushing people down by judging them on their past or mistakes. Stop judging Ben and let him find his way in life. Imagine you fall in life at times and you try to pull yourself together but others push you down with negativity and always remember the mistakes. Not knowing how hard you try to change to better your life. 'People hurt People' by their negative judgements that's why so many commit suicide or going down in the gutter. Please Stop and let the Man breathe life freely and show some respect by saying words that Inspire and Uplift rather then breaking people's spirit. Life isnt an easy ride we fall we get up and we fall and push through and a positive kind word can change a life. No one is perfect in this world so let's try to look by heart with compassion, and empathy not just the eyes.. Thank You.. Love, Respect and Peace from South Africa 💖✌️🇿🇦

[@julietacamargo4042]

Get up but don't push others down the problem here is that he not only recognized the help from his ex wife instead he blamed her is the typical behaviour of an alcoholic they are always victims he is patethic period.

[@fairyalhutton287]

Ameen 🤲🏽Fairyal from South Africa🇿🇦Shukraan for this beautiful message!

[@rosemarieramirez3460]

@@julietacamargo4042 excuse me he didn’t blame Jennifer garner for his alcoholism he only said if he would’ve stay in the relationship he would’ve been still drinking he did try several times to make the marriage work it didn’t work

[@rea5279]

He's not sober here. Alcoholism doesn't go away just because he is in love

[@kaoskartoffel6572]

Yes, his tongue was so heavy in this interview. Sounded like he had to speak around it.

[@Nazaba09]

He takes anti depressants. They can slur your speech.

[@chacon6549]

Ben seemed very sincere I’m more concerned about the message they’re sending kids/ about profanity and how it’s comical or to be blase about it! Ben actually seemed bothered by it also can’t imagine a parent being proud that there child cursed them out

[@pattymayocakes]

They're just words.

[@gratefulElizabeth]

@@pattymayocakes A-fucking-men

[@chacon6549]

@@pattymayocakes technically yes. However they convey a level of ignorance when people lack the knowledge & syntactic structure express how they feel it says allot out you and that’s with adults but to allow a child to do this and see it as comical. Idk how u where raised babe but there’s a little thing called social niceties

[@bettyjones5994]

After hearing what he implied about about him being trapped in a marriage to their mother, I am sure his 16 year old has some caustic words for him, because she lived in that household and saw his behavior and what transpired, Parenthood is not guaranteed respect by your kids you have to earn it

[@chacon6549]

@@bettyjones5994 yess but we aren’t talking about ben’s kid nor a 16yr old. The boy was 11 and cursed out his mother on a social media app very different situation

[@iamprincessbrittany]

When discussing the controversy that his comments about his ex received he couldn't even look Jimmy in the eyes and kept closing his eyes. After moving on... full eye contact. Interesting.....

[@marieoy2181]

Definitely could mean something, idk him or how he is in real life or as a person. But I too have a hard time opening up & sometimes the eye contact makes you feel more vulnerable. Also my mom does that, closes her eyes, when she’s trying to concentrate on what she’s saying to word it correctly. So it coulllldddd be something else?

[@purplewine7362]

Congrats, here's your degree in psychology!

[@marieoy2181]

@@purplewine7362 thank you

[@JonnyDIY]

Ben seems like a cool dude 👍

[@karibu1361]

Ben was on something when he made those ugly comments. While on Jimmy Kimmel he shows concern for his kids, now that he has received black lash. If he was truly concerned about his kids, he NEVER would have made that horrible statement about JG, in the first place. His marriage broke up because he was/is an alcoholic - in/out of rehab...Jen did not want that for her children & finally divorced him... She also selflessly, drove Ben, the father of her children, to rehab, after they were divorced...Over a year ago, he stated he regretted the divorce... Also while on JK, he NEVER clarified what he meant by making that horrible comment & didn't apologize....Ben thinks he's done no wrong & spoke as if he didn't understand why there is backlash against him... Not a good look.

[@irishsingersongwritertessp4223]

Is he saying that the interview was edited poorly or the media were selective with soundbites that made him look selfish.

[@i.t3854]

second one

[@esthergarcia3730]

I hope the workers who passed on that headline as clickbait see this interview and reflect on what he said. I’ve worked at a celebrity news magazine and it’s crazy how they truly try to find click bait. They try to find the catchiest headline. It’s the only reason I hardly click on things, but sometimes the curiosity can get me from time to time. But overall clickbait is mean and it’s rude to those it “reports” on. Ultimately I left because the whole thing just wasn’t my scene. But I’m so glad he spoke up. Now I want to hear the full interview. And now as a fan I will be more sensitive to headlines and ultimately decide if I don’t know them personally then I don’t know who they are. And I’ll be a fan of their work and that’s where I’ll draw the line.

[@purplewine7362]

You're expecting too much of tmz clones

[@milenrizov7239]

it's always hard to be a "divorced father" - the insult is always there ... no matter how hard you try ... and time doesn't really cure anything ... but "the show must go on" :)

[@nik1128]

Oh look, he's drunk again....and on television. What a stand up guy, everyone. 👏👏

[@Chris24_]

What’s the matter with you?

[@nik1128]

@@Chris24_ what's the matter with you?

[@jeremypr]

People need to leave this guy alone, he’s damned if he does and damned if he doesn’t.

[@Commandercooll]

Y'all dont really think this man is sober during this interview, do you?

[@lulebore282]

Just trying to figure out what exactly he is on.. Definitely alcohol and some type of upper.

[@etrup23]

adderall, but his voice and speech sound different almost like he's had a stroke recently he has this weird light slur

[@mirabella2154]

Nah. Totally wasted and in denial.

[@bettercallmaul5810]

I was thinking he sounded drunk, but as soon as they moved on from the upsetting clickbait headlines/articles, Ben relaxed and sounded normal. I'm thinking he sounded off because he was trying to control his anger.

[@kiranks3341]

How bout not your place to judge.

[@lidiapeixoto8186]

Ben is such a simple guy ...i like is personality...Whishing all the best for him

[@Commandercooll]

Hes not simple, hes an addict that doesnt take care of himself 🤣

[@JIF882]

​@Ryleigh421 which is a problem that everyone has.

[@adriennebernardo1877]

Ben looks great!!! Always liked him!! Great actor too!!

[@jackiesesthetics88]

I fell in love with him as AJ in Armageddon and that will never change lol.

[@lovelove326]

It was “Boiler Room” for me. The “act as if” scene. And loved him in Argo.

[@kosmosbjm]

No amount of lame excuses or showing up on Kimmel to do “damage control” can change the fact that he “disrespected” Jennifer Garner with his insensitive remarks. Saying your marriage didn’t work is different than saying you’d still be drinking if you were married to her. He was immature and a drunk years BEFORE Garner, and he’s still a recovering alcoholic, for God’s sake. Don’t drag your ex into this. Accepting that you choose alcohol when dealing with issues shows that YOU have a problem, not her.

[@keepingitreal5533]

Thank you for saying this. It wasn't something that was taken out of context. It was simply a small piece of something shocking he said that was lifted in the interview

[@jlee739]

THANK YOU!

[@kenya9540]

I agree with you 100%

[@karibu1361]

So well written.

[@sierra7202]

I agree.

[@gortapocalypse]

A very talented person. However, he sure looks and sounds lit up to me in this interview.

[@captainrice09]

weed is good for the soul. it’s not a “drug”

[@redvispa]

Totally agree!

[@sandraruland3846]

Don't see it at all, maybe a little tired for obvious reasons.

[@kaydee9783]

I'm wondering if it's Adderall mixed with booze

[@marialewis6432]

The guy is pissed off and for great reason ... Leave him the F alone

[@Behindme-s4u]

He called Jimmy ,put me on your show!!I need to change what I said.

[@jessijuniper7687]

My issue is why anyone puts that much importance on Twitter? The medieval era of public shaming and execution is a part of history that we dont need to bring back.

[@jlbueno0611]

I dnt like your comment ....shame 🔔 shame 🔔.. shame !!! 🔔

[@jessijuniper7687]

Well, Suck it up buttercup stranger with no say in my existence.

[@jlbueno0611]

@@jessijuniper7687 exactly . 💁🏻‍♂️

[@jessijuniper7687]

@@jlbueno0611 Wait, are we on the same side?

[@LindaC616]

@@jessijuniper7687 it isn't always easy to get sarcasm through online text

[@NC-il8wx]

He’s so smart, charismatic and charming people are just jealous lol 😂 love him ❤️

[@oranjmusemeyer968]

I am sure Jennifer G felt trapped as well, married to an alcoholic! He should have kept those things private.

[@NormaLilia24]

He wanted out of that marriage, and she didn’t; that triggered his alcoholism because he did not want to be with her anymore; he didn’t love her anymore. Still, she didn’t want to let him go, which is how Ben started drinking again; she kept him on a leash using the “kids” excuse until she finally had enough of him going off the rails (due to being trapped). If she felt trapped, trust that she would’ve signed the divorce paper longgggg ago, she still loved him, he did not. Now he’s free and happy, what he had wanted for a very long time. His statement was taken out of context in all the tabloids. Shame on you for talking down on alcoholism which is a disease that was passed on to Ben from his father. There are levels, and he had it controlled while he was with JLo 1.0, then it was out of control during his marriage and now back to normal now that he’s happy. The story is clear as day, and I’m just glad that he is where he always wanted to be, free and finally with the REAL love of his life Jlo 2.0!

[@EllieBellie_111]

@@NormaLilia24 boo hoo his WIFE and mother of his children wanted to stay married??!! Wanted to work on things??!!! Poor Ben. He looks messy and sounds drunk in this show. Jennifer Garner hasn't said anything. She's just out living life.

[@AMilo-qm4ed]

@@EllieBellie_111 Agree...Normy is a typical uninformed, unenlightened, can't see the forest thru the trees, type of dude. Just take his side , per usual...ugghh.

[@rmmm6725]

When you are famous nothing is private. Also Jen put him on blast first with the vanity article.

[@bettyjones5994]

@@NormaLilia24 OH Please! If he wanted out he could have left like all men do.That was his excuse to keep drinking, they separated and divorced anyway. He was drinking and cheating with strippers when he was with Lopez. He is free now so and hasn't been seen with Lopez lately. so what happened

[@leovenus2782]

If you’ve ever dealt with an alcoholic, you already know. Hope he can get over his hurt feelings.

[@logike77]

Just got done watching The Tender Bar. So many of us grew up without a dad and had some other male figure raise us. For me it was old dead philosophers. The themes running through this movie are reminiscent of those found in Good Will Hunting. I suspect Affleck comes from a similar background himself which is why he is able to pull off these characters so well. All respect to him.

[@darkclaw1462]

It’s so sad that WB didn’t let Ben and Henry continue playing Batman and Superman, I obviously have hope that Henry can return and happy that Bens back as Batman In the Flash, but given how much we could’ve seen from these guys that was set up perfectly post Justice League before Zack had a fallen out was incredible and now, it’s a slim chance we’ll see that.

[@siemprerm2763]

I mean they sucked Snyder cut was better but still meh

[@bigpunisher9366]

@@siemprerm2763 So henry Cavill was a bad superman ?

[@TheMrGiannisgr]

It’s cool. If he doesn’t care about the role that’s better. He didn’t seem passionate at all after BvS. I hope Henry comes back, he loves being Superman.

[@stilllife321]

Ben is the one who quit his batman project first.

[@51UM]

@@siemprerm2763 I bet you creamed during Shang chi

[@Amelia_James]

He sure has a great PR team

[@bettyas74]

Exactly!👀

[@lms1190]

They should keep him away from the press actually

[@purplewine7362]

@@lms1190 🤡

[@LIamaLlama554]

World class publicist

[@andreapackfan6977]

Shout out to Ben's PR team. 🙄

[@seferinorino6951]

I was surprised at the response to his words actually. I didn’t hear him saying it was her fault. It was the marriage. That’s made up of two. It’s the situation. But then again,, he was guilty no matter what he said in the eyes of some people.

[@UdegbunamChuks]

People love to form outrage these days 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@JK-zu1np]

Are you serious? He literally blamed his drinking problem on his marriage with her. And he said if he has not left her and still stayed married to her, he would still be drinking right now. He basically said leaving her helps him stop drinking. Despite the fact that his alcoholism started 4 years before he even married her. I think most people take offense to him associating his drinking problems with being married to her. Sure he said she is a good mom and all. But he basically said he was drinking because he was unhappy married to her. He should have left his ex-wife out of the picture when he was talking about his drinking problem.

[@purplewine7362]

@@JK-zu1np 🤡

[@Nazaba09]

@@JK-zu1np he didn’t blame his drinking problems on her, he said the problems they were having were causing him to relapse. Two completely different things.

[@northsouth6739]

If a person is unhappy in their marriage, be civil and leave before things get out of hand and he didn’t, that’s his downfall no need to blame anyone or anything, just go and get peace of mind.

[@thecuriousone1473]

Man this felt intense, Howard Stern like interview. How about that!!

[@marcofleck1951]

Aprecio con todos mis respetos poca objetividad en las opiníones. - Da entrevistas borracho. - se muestra eufórico porque le aplauden. - Habla de Garner cdo ya llevan separados 6 años. - sHabla de los hijos, cdo ha estado muy lejos de sus vidas. - E insinúa que Garner era una mala mujer que le hizo ser borracho y adicto al sexo, a la droga, al juego... ¿Qué ha conseguido? 1. Confundir a sus hijas e hijo. 2. Alejar a Jen de su vida como padre. 3. Alejár y distanciar a su mujer. Vaya personalidad tan débil. Qué poca hombría. Además, está con una mujer que apoya que haya atacado a sus hijos y a su ex. Por lo que no va a estar con alguien con personalidad.