There are times when someone can be as famous as can be, a name everyone recognizes. But show a picture of them as a child, and they might not be so easily recognized.
This was the case for the Hollywood star we’re discussing today. He had a wonderful relationship with his mother, despite his parents divorcing when he was young.
As a teenager, he drifted apart from both of his parents, although he remains in contact with them today. This young boy would eventually grow up to become one of the most famous celebrities in Hollywood.
If you haven’t guessed already, we’re talking about Ben Affleck. Born on August 15, 1972, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Ben saw his parents divorce when he was just 11 years old.
Despite his early fame, he was often seen spending time with his mother, although their relationship had its ups and downs. Ben has also been there for both of his parents when they faced various health problems.
He maintains a relationship with his father, but they mainly communicate via email. Due to his father’s positional vertigo, flying is not an option, so occasionally his father drives to California to visit him.
Ben’s upbringing was further complicated by other issues. One of his parents struggled with alcoholism, which led to his own challenges with sobriety as a teenager.
Now a celebrated star, Ben is always in the public eye. He was married to Jennifer Garner until their divorce in 2018, and now, news of his upcoming divorce from Jennifer Lopez has everyone talking.
It’s often hard to know what someone is truly going through, especially celebrities. Their lives may seem perfect on the surface, but a closer look might reveal a different story.
