Profile
Famous as :
ActorBirth Name :
Benjamin Geza AffleckBirth Date :
August 15, 1972Birth Place :
Berkeley, California, USASpouse :
Jennifer Garner (actress, since 29-Jun-05)Claim to fame :
The writer of "Good Will Hunting" movie (1997)
Jennifer Garner Confirms Second Pregnancy, Obviously Excited About It
August 21, 2008 10:08:00Ending weeks of chatter and speculation on an apparent second pregnancy, Jennifer Garner finally breaks her silence and officially confirms during an interview with Access Hollywood's Tony Potts that she and husband Ben Affleck are expecting their second child. She, furthermore, also opens up about their feeling of the upcoming addition to their clan.
Expecting a verification on the actress' second pregnancy, Tony purposely congratulated Garner. She remained coy at first, asking him back "For what?" When Tony said for her baby number two, Garner jokingly told him, "Oh I'm not pregnant. I just had a lot of carbs for breakfast. It's just - what do they call it? A breakfast pouch? Bunch?"
Ben Affleck Confirmed Wife's Pregnancy to Actor Pal Kevin Smith
July 28, 2008 11:07:56Offering no words at all to the press about his wife's much-reported second pregnancy, Ben Affleck finally confirmed that matter and the one lucky person to hear it is actor-director Kevin Smith. To People magazine the man claimed that Ben has told him about a new addition into his and wife Jennifer Garner's clan.
Smith told People at the Maxim magazine party on Saturday, July 26 in San Diego where he attended Comic-Con, "I saw him last week. Ben came over to watch my movie (Zack and Miri Make a Porno) at the house, and he told me, 'We're having another baby'." He continued saying, "I guess they are looking for a bigger place now."
Ben Affleck to Bring Another Crime Drama to Big Screen
March 11, 2008 02:03:33Praised for his directing debut with acclaimed drama mystery "Gone Baby Gone", the "Good Will Hunting" screenwriter Ben Affleck is planning on adapting another crime drama novel to be brought it to the big screen. According to Hollywood Reporter, the 35-year-old Golden Globe-nominated actor for "Hollywoodland" are reteaming with his "Gone" associates to develop "The Blade Itself".
Whether Affleck will tackle the project as the director has yet to be known. What certain is the fact that the husband of actress Jennifer Garner will take the role of co-producer alongside with Sean Bailey via his new production house Idealogy. In this adaptation project, he also will once again team up with his "Gone" co-scribbler Aaron Stockard as Stockard has been set to pen "Blade" script.
Patrick Dempsey Named People Magazine's Star of the Year
December 21, 2007 04:12:36Included on People's list of the Sexiest Men Alive of 2007 has led Patrick Dempsey to score a deal to be the new face of fashion house Versace's 2008 men's spring/summer line. And both achievements now earn him another title that is "Star of the Year."
The movie hunk, who's best known for his portrayal as Dr. Derek Shepherd on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy", was named People Magazine's Star of the Year on Thursday, December 20 after a stellar year, off and on screen.
Edward Norton Out From State of Play, Ben Affleck Might In
December 19, 2007 11:12:03Having been left by Brad Pitt earlier, "State of Play" once again had to suffer a loss of another star cast members as Edward Norton dropped his involvement in the movie. According to reports, Norton backed out from the project because the production schedule of the Kevin Macdonald's film is clashing with his other project, "Leaves of Grass".
It was said that the co-star of Pitt in "Fight Club" chose to leave the drama thriller movie since he is one of the producers of "Leaves of Grass". He will produce the independent comedy film that is written and directed by Tim Blake Nelson along with his partner in Class 5 Films, Bill Migliore, and also with Nelson.
2007 Chicago Film Critics Association Awards Champs Announced
December 17, 2007 03:12:47Kudos appear to keep flowing for "No Country for Old Men", and the most recent ones have come from the Chicago Film Critics Association. Coming to the 20th celebration of its CFCA Awards, the organization has deemed the crime drama thriller the big winner of the event by giving the flick four prizes altogether.
The Miramax Films release gloriously landed top honor of Best Picture while scoring its helming duo, brothers Joel and Ethan Coen, both the Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay trophies. Another of Best Supporting Actor went to Javier Bardem for his acclaimed portrayal of Anton Chigurh in the movie.
Winners Announced for the 2007 BFSC Awards
December 10, 2007 05:12:35Joining other film critics organization in revealing the best works in film industry, the Boston Society of Film Critics has picked up acclaimed big screen titles and names to be the honorees of its BSFC Awards this year.
For the Best Picture, the group turned out to have the same taste as National Board of Review and Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association did, giving the title to Coen Brothers-directed "No Country for Old Men." Furthermore, it also deemed star Javier Bardem the Best Supporting Actor for his role as Anton Chigurh.
The 50 Smartest People in Hollywood According to Entertainment Weekly
December 03, 2007 11:12:35When it comes to acting skills, needless to say that Hollywood has many experts in the one particular field. But when it comes to "power," who actually is in charge? Digging deep into the issue, Entertainment Weekly has conducted a search of the people who are rocking the industry's world this year, "the people with ideas - innovative, creative, dangerous, renegade ideas - who are changing the way movies are made." The data, which took three months of constant research, are concluded in its list of 50 Smartest People in Hollywood.
Rounding out the Top 10 of the list are people from different areas of business, ranging from director/writer/producer to actor. Seized the top spot is Judd Apatow, followed close behind by Steven Spielberg and James Cameron, who both ranked 2nd and 3rd respectively.
People Gave Sexiest Man Alive Matt Damon the Ego Boost of a Lifetime
November 15, 2007 09:11:45No stranger to accolades, Matt Damon is turning up the heat with his being handed the year's most prestigious honor of People's "Sexiest Man Alive," thus making him the 22nd recipient of the magazine's sexy title. Concerning his newly-attached title, the Oscar winning actor will grace the cover of the special double issue of the magazine which will hit stands by Friday November 16th.
"George Clooney and Brad Pitt have shamelessly campaigned for him since 2001, but all it takes is one look at Damon's piercing blue eyes, crooked smile and family-guy demeanor to understand why he has been chosen," the magazine said in a statement.
The 11th Annual Hollywood Awards Recipients Took Honors
October 23, 2007 05:10:39Movies of various genres and celebrated figures in Hollywood claimed their prizes yesterday, October 22, 2007 as Hollywood Film Festival organizers held the Hollywood Awards Gala Ceremony at Los Angeles' Beverly Hilton Hotel.
Scoring the most was musical feature "Hairspray" for it saw star John Travolta take home the Hollywood Supporting Actor of the Year title with producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron accepting the Hollywood Producers of the Year Award. As part of the flick's cast,
Travolta was also granted the Hollywood Ensemble Musical Comedy of the Year honor alongside other members like Zac Efron, Elijah Kelley, Brittany Snow, Amanda Bynes, and Nikki Blonsky.
Jennifer Garner Is Marie Claire's October 2007 Cover Girl
September 18, 2007 03:09:07
Actress Jennifer Garner is Marie Claire's October 2007 cover girl.
The mother of one graces the cover of the magazine's upcoming beauty issue, inside of which she talks about her new movie "The Kingdom," hubby Ben Affleck, and their daughter Violet.
Ben Affleck Approached for Star-Studded Flick He's Just Not That Into You
August 29, 2007 04:08:04
Seems the number of big names featured in "He's Just Not That Into You" keeps growing as New Line Cinema reportedly is currently in talks with Ben Affleck to also get him boarded the film's cast.
If everything runs smooth, Affleck thereby will round out the lineup already consisting of Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connelly, and Scarlett Johansson, among others. Production is said to start September 10 this year in Los Angeles under the direction of Ken Kwapis who most recently helmed "License to Wed" for Warner Bros. Pictures.
Hollywood Pals Set to Team Up Again
July 07, 2007 02:07:50
Looks like chance to find the dynamic duo getting together again for a new project is possible to happen soon.
Words have it that longtime friends Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are keen to team up for generating another screenplay after ten years going their separate ways. Damon's spokesperson has been noticed to inform the New York Daily News that plan is being made between them to carry out the task though it is unknown whether they are doing it at the moment.
Brad Pitt Is the No. 1 Dad According to Life & Style
June 08, 2007 03:06:12
Is handsome, rich, and has a high rising acting career, Brad Pitt does have everything that every man would envy. Good at acting, the actor and father of four has the "it" factor that makes him tops Life & Style's list of Hollywood's Top 10 Dads. Praised for "doing it all" for his kids, the hunk also is credited for "loving what he's doing for them". That's the reason why he's the No. 1 Dad after all.
Comes in 2nd place is the "Spider-Man" Tobey Maguire who's cited to not letting her daughter Ruby out of his sight. Senior actor Johnny Depp is on the 3rd spot for "tying the knot with his kids." Violet's daddy Ben Affleck is ranked 4th for making her laugh and becoming her "big Teddy Bear". Finishing the Top 5 is Will Smith who once shared the spotlight with his "The Pursuit of Happyness" co-star, son Jaden.
Winners in Film Slots Named at the 33rd Annual Saturn Awards
May 11, 2007 11:05:50
Picking up the best among notable big screen titles and names for its 33rd annual Saturn Awards, the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films finally listed out those worthy for the honors in movie categories as it held the ceremony yesterday, May 10 at the Universal Hilton.
Most kudos wonderfully went to Warner. Bros Pictures' "Superman Returns" for the superhero flick made its way to collect five prizes altogether, namely Best Fantasy Film, Best Actor for Brandon Routh, Best Director for Bryan Singer, Best Writing for Michael Dougherty and Dan Harris, plus Best Music for John Ottman.
Jennifer Garner Pregnant with Second Child
April 19, 2007 11:04:03
Jennifer Garner and husband Ben Affleck are waiting in anticipation the arrival of their second child together. The actress and mother of one is reported pregnant again.
The reports are in all probabilities inspired by the fact that Garner was seen leaving a doctor's office sporting a clearly visible baby bump. "She was very happy and glowing. She touched her stomach for a moment. She looked pregnant," New Weekly magazine quoted a source as saying.
Bennifer Planning to Have Another Baby
March 10, 2007 01:03:12
Bennifer do want more. Jennifer Garner, in an interview with the British edition of Marie Claire for its April issue, admits "there are pitfalls to being a Hollywood mom" yet that won't prevent her and husband Ben Affleck to have another baby.
"I'm assuming we'll have at least one more, but not for a while," the actress tells the publication. Speaking on her role as a mom which sometimes requires disciplines, the beauty says, "If anyone has any ideas, let me know!" while admits the fact that she should not spoil her daughter, Violet Anne Affleck.
Four Added As Oscar Presenters
February 16, 2007 01:02:53
More and more names are filling up the list of presenters for the 79th Academy Awards ceremony. Producer Laura Ziskin confirmed yesterday, February 15 that four more actors namely Tom Cruise, Kate Winslet, Kirsten Dunst, and Ben Affleck have all taken the duty following the previously announced nine names.
Honoring best achievements in filmmaking of 2006, this year's event will take place at the Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center on Sunday, February 25 and be aired live by ABC at 5 p.m. PST (8 p.m. EST), beginning with a half-hour red carpet arrivals segment, "The Road to the Oscars."
Stars Teaming Up for A New Vanity Fair Vintage Hollywood Movie-Cum-Magazine Photo Spread
February 08, 2007 09:02:18
Famous celebrities, including the likes of Robert De Niro, Penelope Cruz, Jack Nicholson, Robert Downey Jr. and Ben Affleck, are all teaming up for a new Vanity Fair vintage Hollywood movie-cum-magazine photo spread, shot by celebrity snapper Annie Liebowitz.
Besides them all, there is also Oscar nominee Forest Whitaker who plays beaten boxer Downey Jr.'s ringside agent in one shot. Edward Norton and Kate Winslet, in addition, also pose together in short film noir titled "Killers Kill, Dead Men Die". The film reportedly features 39 big names in total and can be seen at VanityFair.com.
Bennifer Has Violet Baptized
December 27, 2006 11:12:45
Violet, 1-year -old daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner has been baptized at Christ Church United Methodist, where the actress' parents are members. Pastor Randy Flanagan said members of the congregation weren't star-struck or didn't show it too much when the Hollywood couple showed up on Christmas Eve with their daughter.
Garner's younger sister, Susannah, and her husband are also members of the church and Alex, Garner's nephew, was also baptized there.
The 63rd Venice Film Festival Big Winners
September 11, 2006 09:09:27
That Ben Affleck was one of the big winners at the 63rd annual Venice Film Festival, it's a big surprise. The Hollywood actor surprised many when his name was mentioned to win the Best Actor award at the ceremony, thanks to his portrayal as George Reeves in "Hollywoodland".
It is a drama mystery thriller flick directed by Allen Coulter. As of the story, "Hollywoodland" dramatizes an investigation into the death of George Reeves, star of the 1950s TV show "Adventures of Superman." Did not attend the ceremony, Affleck however sent a message of thanks from Los Angeles via his BlackBerry, saying he was "surprised, flattered and honored".
"Daredevil" Star Is on the Top List for "Magnum P.I."
June 16, 2006 03:06:07
Claiming-fame-from -"Good Will Hunting" actor, Ben Affleck, is on the top list to be the leading role in the next TV-series adapted movie, "Magnum P.I.".
Although it has not yet been the final result, Charles Floyd Johnson as one of the producers would love to have the "Daredevil" star as the very first choice to respectively take Tom Selleck's role as the mustachioed, Hawaiian private detective.
Ben Affleck Rushed to Hospital For A Migraine
May 31, 2006 03:05:53
Hollywood actor Ben Affleck was rushed to hospital and spent his Memorial Day in the emergency room of a Boston-area hospital.
Explaining on that matter, the actor's rep, Ken Sunshine said in a statement on Monday May 29th, 2006, "Ben Affleck was treated for a migraine at Mt. Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, Mass., today. He was released this afternoon, and is recuperating at home."
More on the Cast of "Gone, Baby, Gone"
April 20, 2006 03:04:21
Casey Affleck and Michelle Monaghan will be joined by new cast, which happens to be Ed Harris, to star in the upcoming "Gone, Baby, Gone". It is a drama mystery flick, which is about to be directed by Ben Affleck.
Based on an adaptation of Dennis Lehane novel of the same title, "Gone, Baby Gone" is a story about a two detectives in search of a 4-year-old girl that has been kidnapped in Boston's underworld.
Hollywood Hunks Donated Motorcycles for Charity
March 29, 2006 01:03:52
Celeb pals Brad Pitt, Ben Affleck and Laurence Fishburne have all donated sleek, custom-made motorcycles to an online charity auction aimed to benefit a planned memorial in Washington for Martin Luther King Jr.
Morgan Freeman, the person who organized the auction benefiting the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Foundation, commented "People are always quoting (Rev. King). He's remembered as our prince of peace, of civil rights. We owe him something major that will keep him and his memory alive."
Affleck & Damon will Reunite in An Untitled Drama
February 09, 2006 12:02:35Fellow actors Ben Affleck and Matt Damon will both team up onscreen, playing in an untitled drama based on true story of lawyers who spent 15 years overturning a murder conviction.
The drama reportedly will be written by Chris Murphey. Will produce are Sean Bailey, Amanda Stern and Fred Bodner.
Daddy Affleck Bought Diapers with a Kiss
January 03, 2006 04:01:54Forgot to bring along his wallet when buying diapers for his baby in a late night convenience store, Ben Affleck reportedly asked the shoppers there to help him out paying the thing according to In Touch Magazine. "I've got to come back with these or my wife will kill me," he told the store clerk.
Refused to sell his Boston Red Sox baseball cap to get the money needed, this husband of Jennifer Garner finally could walk home with the diapers, and also with relief for sure, after he gave a kiss to a fan who offered to pay for the item. Quite nice effort, Ben.
Affleck & Wife Donated Money to Political Campaign
December 28, 2005 11:12:34Hollywood couple, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, has made donation to a political campaign. The "Daredevil" co-stars have written $500 checks each to help fund Massachusetts governor-hopeful Deval Patrick's campaign to represent the Democrats in the gubernatorial elections.
Affleck who is believed as a true democrat decided to make the donation after previously talked to her mother Chris, who co-hosted a fundraiser for Patrick in October 2005. In related news, Garner reportedly has officially taken her hubby Affleck's name and changed her name to Jennifer Affleck. The actress even has, in the recent donation made by Patrick, signed her name as Jennifer Affleck.
Jenn & Benn to Quit Hollywood for Child
October 15, 2005 11:10:45The soon-parenting couple, Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck, is said to quit their career and focus more on their soon to be born child. They are reportedly planning to quit Hollywood and raise their child on a sprawling estate in New York's upscale Westchester County.
A source said Ben and Jenn have been touring a 60 acre, $28 million (GBP15.5 million) estate called Linden Farm in Cross River, which boasts an eight-bedroom main house with a pool, a library and even a waterfall. This is suspected to be the house they would spend their family hour.
Smokin' Andy Garcia Aces
October 14, 2005 04:10:39
One more action comedy flick that Universal Pictures offers to moviegoers. It's titled "Smokin' Aces." The story centers on an FBI agent hunts for a Las Vegas stand up comedian who has decided to squeal on the mob but, before he heads off for protective custody, decides to go to the casinos at Lake Tahoe for one last good time, drawing a crowd of assassins.
Has been attached to star in is Andy Garcia. The actress is set to portray the FBI director who tries to keep the cocky entertainer around long enough to testify. She will join other like Jeremy Piven, Ryan Reynolds, Alicia Keys and Ben Affleck.
Affleck to Face Lynx
August 27, 2005 10:08:32As a child actor he starred in ads for Burger King. But now as he's grown up becoming an adult and going to father a child from wife Jennifer Garner, Ben Affleck slightly changes his direction. The Hollywood hunk reportedly has signed a $1.8 million deal to be the face of popular British deodorant Lynx, appearing in its TV advertisements which is directed by Danny Klienman.
Affleck & Garner, They Do
July 01, 2005 11:07:15Weeks or maybe months of rumors finally is answered as the representatives for both Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner confirmed the Hollywood couple marriage to The Associated Press on Thursday. Even more, as for the very first time, their publicists Ken Sunshine and Nicole King also confirmed that Garner is pregnant with her first child, due this fall.
Despite the not given details about the wedding, Us Weekly magazine reported that the couple tied the knot on Wednesday at the Parot Cay resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the British colony southeast of the Bahamas. In related news, it is mentioned that Affleck's "Armageddon" co-star Bruce Willis has helped a lot to succeed the wedding.
Affleck & Garner Slam Wedding Reports
June 21, 2005 11:06:29"Alias" actress Jennifer Garner has been reported to have visited Brandon Tucker's Briarwood Flower Shoppe in the town of Wheeling on Saturday and bought a bridal bouquet of ivory Virginia roses, Casablanca lilies as well as six bridesmaids poseys, for an alleged ceremony at the nearby Greenbrier Resort. This soon sparks rumor that she and boyfriend Ben Affleck have got married in West Virginia over the weekend.
Despite such fact, the celebrity couple has both laughed off that reports. Even more, Affleck's spokesman Ken Sunshine tells the New York Daily News, "He's totally lying. The guy got more publicity than ever in his life. Ben and Jen are not in West Virginia. They did not get married yesterday. They did not get married today."
Garner & Affleck Spark Pregnancy Reports
May 04, 2005 09:05:1611 days after they got engaged, actress Jennifer Garner and her fiance Ben Affleck now spark pregnancy reports after the beauty was photographed with a bulging stomach. According to celebrity experts, the bulging stomach isn't caused by Garner's over- eating or lack of exercise, since she famously commits herself to an exhausting health and fitness regime. To strengthen the rumors, an insider says "Jennifer was showing quite a big bump and she was walking very carefully. The bulge is out of proportion with the rest of her body, which is really toned. I'd say she's a few months gone."
Affleck & Garner to Wed ???
April 21, 2005 09:04:00Oscar-winner actor Ben Affleck has reportedly proposed girlfriend Jennifer Garner in private. Does he??? Well, E! Online columnist Ted Casablanca reported that Affleck has flown Garner's family from West Virginia to California last weekend for a surprise party honoring his leading lady at her Brentwood home. Sunday was Garner's 33rd birthday, but what the actress' family believed was that Affleck would use the moment to propose her.
Star, on the other hand, noted that Affleck has given a 4.5-carat number from Harry Winston to Garner, while the occasion wasn't clear. Explaining what's really going on, Affleck's publicist, Ken Sunshine, told E! News those reports as "garbage."
Affleck Seeking Actors for his Directional Debut
April 16, 2005 10:04:53Actor now-turning director Ben Affleck is seeking two actors to take the leading roles in his big screen directorial debut "Gone, Baby Gone" which is adapted from Dennis Lehane's best-selling book of the same title. Affleck, who had also directed a short film entitled "I Killed My Lesbian Wife, Hung Her On A Meat Hook, And Now I Have A Three-Picture Deal At Disney" while was at college in 1993, plans to start shooting the movie in Boston, Massachusetts, this autumn for Disney Pictures.
Affleck to the Director's Chair
March 23, 2005 10:03:38
Has faced the ups and downs of film production, J.Lo ex-boyfriend Ben Affleck has signed up to direct a movie for The Walt Disney Co.'s Touchstone Pictures entitled "Gone, Baby, Gone," which is expected to begin shooting this fall in London. The film is adapted from writer Dennis Lehane's novel of the same name, tells of two working class private detectives in Boston, Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro, who are hired to search for a missing child.
Hope that Affleck practical knowledge which grants him an Oscar for co-writing 1997's "Good Will Hunting" will help him to do the best.
Bennifer Ring Is on Resale
February 05, 2005 09:02:51
After their one year separation, Jennifer Lopez 6.1-carat pink diamond engagement ring given by her ex, Ben Affleck, has been "re-acquired" by New York jeweler Harry Winston, from whom Affleck bought it in 2002.
The historical ring, as Harry Winston spokesperson Carol Brodie confirmed, is now being offered for resale with price available only for "serious buyers." There hasn't any further comment on the report from either Lopez or Affleck, nor do on who returned the "priceless" ring.
Affleck Buys Family-Sized Home
January 11, 2005 10:01:06Splitting from a sexy and beautiful singer, Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck has so many plans for his future. One thing he's done after his new girlfriend, Jennifer Garner, is reported to be pregnant is that buying a new, family sized and expensive house costs more than $4.6 million.
The house is located in the upscale Los Angeles, California and it has five-bedrooms, five-bathrooms, rolling lawns and gardens, boasts marble floors and an ocean view from the master quarters. Well, congratulation for both Affleck and Garner who seem ready to settle a very happy family.
