Jennifer Garner’s relationship with her longtime boyfriend, John Miller, is facing some tension,
as the actress and her ex-husband, Ben Affleck, continue to grow closer.
An exclusive source revealed to *Page Six* that Miller, 47, is not entirely comfortable with how much time Garner, 52, and Affleck, 52, have been spending together lately.
Their increasingly strong connection has left Miller feeling like a “third wheel,” especially during family holidays.
The source explained that while Miller understands the co-parenting dynamics between Garner and Affleck,
he is beginning to feel that their bond goes beyond just managing their children. “John feels like a third wheel,” the insider shared.
“He knows Ben and Jen have been leaning on each other more than ever lately and have a really close relationship.”
This shift in their relationship is not limited to casual interactions. According to the insider, Garner and Affleck have been in frequent communication, texting and calling more than they have in the past several years. “It used to be solely about the kids, but John feels like it could be more than just about their co-parenting relationship,” the source continued.
Garner and Affleck, who were married for ten years before their divorce in 2015, share three children together: Violet, 19, Seraphina, 16, and Samuel, 12. Over the years, the former couple has worked hard to maintain a friendly, cooperative relationship for the sake of their kids. However, the recent uptick in their interactions has left Miller feeling uneasy. While he doesn’t feel threatened by the possibility of Garner and Affleck rekindling their romantic relationship, the source notes that Miller finds it difficult not to feel a sense of jealousy. The chemistry between Garner and Affleck, built on years of marriage and shared history, is undeniably strong.
The growing closeness between the exes has been particularly apparent during the holidays. The source shared that Miller has been struggling with the fact that Affleck has been spending significant time with Garner and the kids during major family events like Christmas and Thanksgiving. “Their growing bond is getting to be a bit much when Ben spends all the holidays with them like Christmas and Thanksgiving,” the insider revealed. “John feels like a third wheel.”
Despite these tensions, it’s clear that Garner and Miller’s relationship is far from over. The couple, who has been dating on and off since 2018, have continued to stay together, navigating the complexities of blended families and co-parenting. However, the balance between maintaining a relationship with Garner and accepting her past with Affleck has proven challenging for Miller.
Affleck, meanwhile, has also been navigating a lot of personal changes in recent months. Following his divorce from Jennifer Lopez and dealing with the stress of various life challenges, including the devastating LA wildfires, he and Garner have leaned on each other more than ever. The source explained, “Particularly since Ben’s divorce from Jennifer [Lopez] and with the LA fires and everything going on, the exes have found themselves leaning on each other more than ever.”
This evolving relationship dynamic has raised questions about the future of Garner and Miller’s romance. While their connection remains strong, it seems that the time Garner and Affleck are spending together may be putting a strain on her relationship with Miller. As their co-parenting bond grows deeper, it will be interesting to see how it affects the delicate balance of their personal lives.
In the meantime, fans of both Garner and Affleck continue to root for their happiness, whether it’s as friends, co-parents, or partners in their respective relationships. Only time will tell how the situation will evolve, but for now, it’s clear that the bond between Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck is stronger than ever, and John Miller is navigating this newfound dynamic with caution.
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