Hollywood actor Ben Affleck has once again made headlines—this time for being seen wearing a wedding ring just months after his high-profile divorce from singer and actress Jennifer Lopez. The sighting happened in Los Angeles while Affleck was on the set of his upcoming Netflix thriller Animals. The images, shared online, have sparked a wave of speculation among fans and media alike.
Ben and Jennifer Lopez finalized their divorce in February 2025, ending what was famously dubbed “Bennifer 2.0.” Despite the media frenzy, Affleck described the separation as peaceful and far from the drama the internet craved.
On Friday, Affleck was photographed during a filming break with a wedding band visible on his ring finger. Naturally, fans began questioning whether the ring symbolized something personal or if it was simply part of his character’s costume.
According to a report by People.com, Ben Affleck is playing a married mayoral candidate in Animals, with actress Kerry Washington portraying his wife. A production insider revealed, “He’s both acting and producing. Ben’s been amazing on set—upbeat and professional.” The source clarified that filming had recently started and the mood on set was positive.
The ring, it seems, is most likely linked to Affleck’s role in the film rather than a real-life development. Nonetheless, the timing has stirred curiosity, considering the recency of his split from Lopez.
The film Animals is being produced by Artist Equity, a company founded by Ben Affleck and his longtime friend Matt Damon. While Damon was initially expected to be part of the project, he is currently tied up with the shooting of Christopher Nolan’s new film The Odyssey. The cast of Animals includes Gillian Anderson, Steven Yeun, Luis Gerardo Méndez, Adriana Paz, Ray Fisher, Mark Kassen, and Christopher Woodley.
As of now, there’s no official statement from Affleck regarding the buzz around the wedding ring. Until then, fans are left wondering whether it’s just for the cameras—or something more.
