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Ben Affleck seems to be finding his footing again, both personally and professionally, following his recent split from Jennifer Lopez. During a press junket for his upcoming film The Accountant 2, the Good Will Hunting actor opened up about how his real-life experiences relate to his on-screen character, Christian Wolff.
Speaking alongside co-star Jon Bernthal, Affleck shared that he sees a lot of himself in Christian—especially when it comes to navigating relationships. “Here’s a guy who wants to connect with someone but isn’t quite sure how,” he said, referring to Wolff’s awkward but sincere attempts at romance in the film.
Affleck admitted that just like his character, he too finds the early stages of relationships confusing and emotionally tricky. “It’s not easy for anyone,” he said, noting how people often overthink the smallest cues: “Is this person into me? Am I reading this right? Am I about to embarrass myself?”
The Batman v Superman star acknowledged that being vulnerable and putting yourself out there isn’t something that comes naturally—even for someone as well-known as he is. He said Christian Wolff’s social discomfort mirrors what many people feel in real life, including himself.
Adding a bit of humor to the conversation, Affleck joked that he hasn’t exactly been overwhelmed with offers to do line-dancing roles in movies, saying, “That phone hasn’t rung yet,” poking fun at his perceived lack of rhythm or demand in that genre.
This candid appearance comes just three months after his split from Jennifer Lopez. The pair, once one of Hollywood’s most talked-about couples, rekindled their romance in 2021 after calling off their first engagement years prior. Though they tied the knot in 2022, they ultimately chose to part ways two years later.
Now, with The Accountant 2 set for release in April 2025, Affleck appears to be throwing himself into his work while also reflecting openly on the emotional complexities of relationships—both on screen and off.