Jennifer Garner 'panicked' about money and her career after Ben Affleck divorce
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Key Points:
- Jennifer Garner revealed she panicked about her finances and career prospects following her 2018 divorce from Ben Affleck, realizing she had taken a step back professionally to raise their children.
- Garner expressed concerns about Hollywood's ageism and the challenges of acting as a single mom, unable to commit to long shoots away from her children.
- The actress became motivated to become a primary earner, leading her to co-found organic kids' food company Once Upon a Farm, which went public in 2024 with a $724 million valuation.
- Despite their separation, Garner praised Affleck’s role as an "incredible co-parent," enabling her to take on demanding acting roles while ensuring their children are well cared for.
- Since the divorce, Garner has returned to major film and TV projects, including upcoming roles in “Deadpool & Wolverine” and Peacock’s “The Five-Star Weekend.”
