Ben Affleck has found himself in the spotlight for reasons beyond his film career, thanks to a recent critique by ABC reporter Sarah Ferguson.
In an interview with the Sydney Morning Herald, Ferguson did not hold back in her assessment of her March 2023 encounter with Affleck and his co-star Chris Tucker.
The interview, conducted to promote Affleck’s film Air, which he directed, has become a subject of controversy due to Ferguson’s unfavorable review of the actor’s demeanor.
According to Ferguson, Affleck’s behavior during the interview was notably lackluster. She described him as “rude” and “disinterested,” suggesting that his engagement with the interview was minimal.
“He was just rude, not interested, going through the motions,” Ferguson remarked. The criticism is particularly pointed given that only four of her questions were included in the final broadcast, indicating a significant disconnect between the interviewer and the subject.
Ferguson further detailed that Affleck appeared disinclined to delve into the film’s evolution and seemed to avoid focusing on the narrative from a specific angle.
This reluctance to engage deeply with the interview questions contributed to Ferguson’s negative assessment of the encounter.
This critique comes at a particularly tumultuous time for Affleck, who is reportedly in the process of finalizing his divorce from Jennifer Lopez.
The high-profile couple has been notably absent from the public eye in recent months, adding fuel to ongoing speculation about the status of their relationship.
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The situation has been further complicated by Affleck’s recent purchase of a new home—a $20.5 million mansion in Pacific Palisades, often referred to as a “bachelor pad.” This real estate move has intensified rumors about the couple’s separation and Affleck’s personal life.
The combination of Ferguson’s critique and the swirling divorce rumors paints a complex picture of Affleck’s current public image.
While Ferguson’s review highlights personal disappointment, it also intersects with broader discussions about Affleck’s professional and personal challenges.
The actor’s apparent disinterest in the interview and his shifting personal circumstances underscore the multifaceted nature of his current public and media relations.
