Jennifer Garner's desire for her ex-husband Ben Affleck to spend Christmas with their three children is a heartwarming story. The former couple, who ended their 10-year marriage in 2015, share Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12. A source reveals that Jen offered to have a Christmas together if Ben was willing. Christmas is one of Jen's favorite holidays, and she hopes the family can be together as often as possible.
Thanksgiving Day: A Philanthropic Bond
Both 52-year-old Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner spent Thanksgiving partnering with the Midnight Mission to feed 2,000 homeless and near-homeless people. After the event, Affleck went to Garner's Brentwood, California, home to celebrate with their three kids. This showed their continued connection and shared values.Co-parenting in Harmony
According to a source, Jen and Ben have a really friendly coparenting relationship. The kids had a wonderful time being with both parents on Thanksgiving, which highlights their ability to work together for the well-being of their children. They understand the importance of maintaining a positive co-parenting environment.Post-Separation Comfort
After Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck three months ago, on the second anniversary of their Georgia wedding ceremony (after eloping in Las Vegas in 2022), Affleck felt blessed to be with Garner and their children. Their strong relationship, built over the years, will never dissipate as they share a deep history and the responsibility of raising their kids together. They will always be close, maintaining a friendly co-parenting relationship. A rep for Garner did not respond to Page Six's request for comment at the time.