Jennifer Garner Appears Distressed During Public Encounter With Ben Affleck—Then His Mercedes Collides With Another Car

Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck were spotted by paparazzi recently outside a Halloween gathering at their kids' school in Santa Monica, California.

While chatting near Affleck's sleek black Mercedes, the pair exhibited signs of tension through their body language.

Although the specifics of their interaction remain undisclosed, the actress from “13 Going On 30,” aged 51, seemed visibly displeased with a scowl on her face, indicating a serious conversation.

According to reports from the Daily Mail, the actor from “Justice League,” also 51, was later captured on camera accidentally backing his car into another vehicle following the exchange with his former wife.

Affleck's demeanor after the minor collision suggested his annoyance.

The ex-spouses and co-stars have three children together: their 17-year-old daughter Violet, 14-year-old daughter Seraphina, and 11-year-old son Samuel.

They tied the knot in 2005 and parted ways in 2015, finalizing their divorce three years later.

Both have since moved on, with Affleck now married to Jennifer Lopez and Garner romantically involved with John Miller, the chairman and CEO of Cali Group.

During their paparazzi-documented conversation, the former couple was dressed in autumn-appropriate attire.

Garner rocked a chic ensemble consisting of a black puffer jacket, camo leggings, and gray sneakers.

She accessorized with black sunglasses, leaving her shoulder-length brown hair down in a center-parted, straight style.

Affleck opted for a beige jacket layered over a cream sweater, paired with dark gray trousers and red Nike sneakers.

Although their chat may have seemed strained at one point, Affleck was later observed tenderly placing his hand on Garner's shoulder as they enjoyed their coffees.

Pictures also captured Garner smiling in his company.

Despite the car incident and their talk, a source informed the Daily Mail that there is no animosity between Affleck and Garner in the years following their separation.

The insider shared that the “past drama” and emotional baggage from their divorce are now distant memories.

The source further indicated that Garner and Lopez (who shares 15-year-old twins Emme and Max with ex Marc Anthony) share an amicable relationship.

They described the co-parenting dynamic as genuinely happy, emphasizing the current positivity and foreseeing a harmonious future for all parties involved.