Ben Affleck Attempts to Distance Himself from Kick Kennedy Amid Divorce from Jennifer Lopez
Ben Affleck is reportedly trying to distance himself from any association with Kick Kennedy, the daughter of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as he navigates his ongoing divorce from Jennifer Lopez.
According to a report by DailyMail, the Oscar-winning actor is concerned that his connection with Kennedy could complicate or negatively impact the divorce proceedings.
Earlier this week, rumors began circulating that Affleck, 52, was romantically involved with the 36-year-old Kennedy, following his separation from Lopez.
However, these claims were quickly dismissed by Affleck’s representative, Jen Allen, who categorically denied that the actor is dating Kennedy.
Despite this public denial, DailyMail now reports that Affleck has taken further steps to distance himself from Kennedy, putting their connection “on pause.”
Sources suggest that the actor is apprehensive about how this relationship might be perceived and is worried it could be detrimental to his divorce from Lopez.
A source close to the situation shared that Affleck’s attempt to downplay his relationship with Kennedy may have backfired.
“Ben should have said nothing,” the source commented, indicating that Affleck’s efforts to erase Kennedy from his life have been unfair to both her and those who are aware of their past interactions. “He tried to erase Kick from his existence, and it was just not fair for her, or for anyone who knows her.”
The source went on to explain that Affleck’s decision to act as though he barely knew Kennedy was misguided, particularly since others were aware of their previous connection.
“He is trying to pull the ‘I don’t know her’ card, but what he failed to realize is that they weren’t the only two people in the world that knew they used to hook up, or that they were hanging out again,” the insider noted.
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The situation appears to have left Affleck in a difficult position, as he tries to manage the fallout from the rumors while ensuring that his actions do not complicate his divorce proceedings.
The source emphasized that although there was no overlap between his relationship with Lopez and his interactions with Kennedy, Affleck’s attempt to distance himself from the latter might not have been the best approach.
“He fears that this will affect his divorce and, even though there was no overlap, saying he didn’t even know her was not the right move,” the source added.
As Affleck continues to navigate his personal life amid the public scrutiny, his efforts to distance himself from any potential controversies related to his divorce highlight the complexities celebrities face when dealing with private matters in the public eye.
The actor, who has had his share of high-profile relationships and breakups, now finds himself trying to balance his current circumstances while managing the narrative surrounding his personal life.
For now, it seems that Affleck is focused on ensuring that his divorce from Lopez proceeds smoothly, even if it means temporarily putting his connection with Kennedy on hold.
Whether this strategy will ultimately prove successful remains to be seen, but it underscores the challenges that come with being in the spotlight, especially during such a sensitive time.
