Ben & Jen’s Secret: They’re *Still* Close After Split

Plot twist: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner didn’t just survive their divorce—they actually became *closer* afterwards. Wild, right?

The exes have now spent more time post-split than they did actually married, and somehow they’ve managed to keep a genuinely solid relationship. We’re talking co-parenting goals, friendly hangouts, the whole thing. These two literally wrote the playbook for how to be friends with your ex without it being awkward as hell.

The secret? They apparently prioritized their kids and ditched the drama. Revolutionary concept, we know. Instead of turning into those celebs who can’t be in the same room, Ben and Jen actually *chose* to make it work—for themselves and their three kids. No messy Instagram feuds, no shady comments in interviews, no bitter tabloid battles. Just two adults being… well, actually mature about things.

It’s honestly kind of beautiful if you think about it. In a world where celebrity divorces are usually messy enough to fuel tabloids for years, these two just decided to keep it chill.

Based on reporting from E! Online.