Sources suggest that Lopez has sought solace and guidance from actress Jennifer Garner, who was previously married to Affleck from 2005 to 2018. Garner’s own experiences with Affleck may provide her with a unique understanding of the situation.A source revealed to the Daily Mail that Garner and Affleck’s split in 2018, and Garner’s subsequent relationship with businessman John Miller, have given her insights into navigating similar challenges. Despite moving on romantically, Garner still cares deeply about Lopez and is invested in helping to salvage her marriage to Affleck.Garner reportedly visited Affleck to discuss the situation and to offer her support in keeping their marriage intact. She emphasized to Lopez how valued she is in their lives and believes that she can help prevent Affleck from succumbing to the struggles he has faced in the past, particularly with addiction.

Affleck has been candid about his struggles with compulsive behavior and addiction, acknowledging how it affected his marriage to Garner. In a 2020 interview with The New York Times, he admitted that his drinking exacerbated their marital problems.This recent development comes amid Affleck’s absence from the premiere of Lopez’s new movie, “Atlas,” earlier in the week.