Ben Affleck’s Late-Night Pickup Sparks Wild Speculation

Ben Affleck has once again found himself at the center of Hollywood whispers after being seen picking up a mysterious brunette in Los Angeles.

The late-night moment, caught by paparazzi, instantly set off speculation about who the woman might be and whether the actor has quietly moved on from Jennifer Lopez.

With his personal life often under a microscope, Affleck’s latest sighting has fans desperate for answers.

Affleck was seen cruising around Los Angeles in his shiny BMW with an unidentified woman on Wednesday night.

Photos obtained by the Daily Mail showed the 53-year-old looking effortlessly stylish in a beige blazer layered over a soft pink shirt, leaving a couple of buttons undone.

The mystery brunette, who appeared relaxed beside him, was dressed warmly for the fall weather in a cozy sweater and jeans, with a Yves Saint Laurent bag resting on her lap.

Her red lipstick stood out against her flawless skin, framed by long, dark hair and large sunglasses.

While the nature of her relationship with the actor remains unclear, the sighting has caught attention, given his single status following his high-profile split from Lopez last year.

For now, it’s unknown whether their connection is personal or professional, but their late-night outing has already become one of Hollywood’s latest talking points.

The timing of Ben Affleck’s outing has raised eyebrows, coming just two days after his former girlfriend, Lindsay Shookus, was spotted supporting Jennifer Lopez’s ex-fiancé, Alex Rodriguez.

Shookus attended the premiere of Rodriguez’s new documentary “Alex vs. A-Rod” at the DGA Theater in New York City.

She stunned in a high-neck black gown with a sheer skirt, while Rodriguez looked sharp in a black suit.

Their friendly appearance together sparked curiosity because of their shared history with Affleck and Lopez.

Shookus famously dated Affleck on and off from 2017 to 2019, while Rodriguez was engaged to Lopez before their 2021 split.

Though the 45-year-old and Rodriguez’s connection has fueled discussion, Rodriguez previously told PEOPLE in 2021 that he and Shookus “have been friends for 15 years.”

His representative also confirmed at the time, saying, “There is nothing there at all.”

The tangled relationships between Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, Lindsay Shookus, and Alex Rodriguez have fascinated fans for years.

Back in 2021, Rodriguez and Shookus were seen together at a Hamptons party shortly after Lopez ended her engagement to Rodriguez and rekindled her romance with Affleck.

Affleck and Shookus had already split in August 2018, briefly reconciled in March 2019, and called it quits again a month later.

Meanwhile, Lopez and Rodriguez famously announced the end of their four-year relationship in April 2021.

Soon after, Lopez began exchanging messages with Affleck again, and by 2022, they were married.

Their rekindled love story drew massive public attention, but their second attempt at marriage didn’t last long.

After months of speculation about marital troubles, Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck in August 2024 on their second wedding anniversary, citing “irreconcilable differences.”

Their divorce was finalized earlier this year, officially closing the chapter on “Bennifer” once again.

While Ben Affleck has kept quiet about his personal life, Lopez has opened up about the lessons she learned from their split.

The actress called her divorce from Affleck “the best thing that ever happened” to her, saying it pushed her to grow and change in ways she hadn’t expected.

Lopez, who married Affleck in a private ceremony in July 2022, said the end of their marriage “helped me grow in a way that I needed to grow.”

Despite years of intense public scrutiny surrounding their relationship, Lopez now seems determined to protect her privacy.

Last month, when “Watch What Happens Live” host Andy Cohen asked about old rumors involving her ex-fiancé Rodriguez, she firmly responded, “You know, I really have nothing to say about my personal life anymore. I feel like it’s… I’m done with that.”

Lopez and Affleck recently looked warm and friendly at a movie premiere, but insiders say that moment doesn’t reflect their current relationship.

As The Blast reported, sources revealed that Lopez “doesn’t really keep in touch with Ben” and is “more likely to keep in touch with the kids.”

While the pair smiled for cameras and appeared united, their connection has reportedly faded since their split earlier this year.

The appearance, described as more about professionalism than reconciliation, sparked rumors among fans, but those close to them insist it was simply two exes showing mutual respect.

Lopez has since focused on her work, family, and personal growth, while Affleck has been quietly keeping a low profile.

Despite their glamorous red carpet reunion, insiders say the former couple have moved on and are maintaining distance as they continue on separate paths.