
Ben Affleck's house has been a subject to intense security, including the deployment of military personnel and FBI investigations following wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles.
- Jan 19, 2025
AceShowbiz - The Pacific Palisades wildfires have cast a dark pall over Los Angeles, devastating neighborhoods and prompting emergency responses. One of the affected areas includes Brentwood, where actor Ben Affleck resides.
Affleck's residence has been at the center of heightened security activity, with the presence of the National Guard, FBI agents, and local police. The military presence in the area aims to assist with the wildfire response effort, with over 2,500 service members actively involved.
A military vehicle was seen parked outside his house. "They are parked outside every evacuation point not allowing anyone through and his house is at the border of - but outside - one of the points," a source told Page Six.
Earlier this week, Affleck faced an unexpected FBI visit. Investigators were probing a drone incident that caused damage to a firefighting aircraft and canvassed Affleck's neighborhood for any potential footage.
The presence of military and police personnel was a subject of frustration for Affleck, as evidenced by a video captured showing him in an animated exchange with local police officers. Rumor has it, the actor expressed his concerns as many residents were not allowed to return home to check on their properties amid the crisis.
When the fires first broke out in Pacific Palisades, Affleck evacuated his home, which he bought following his split from Jennifer Lopez, and temporarily stayed with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner, with whom he shares three children, before returning to his bachelor pad the following day.
Fortunately, both Affleck's and Garner's homes survived the blaze. The wildfires, however, have left a significant mark, claiming approximately 27 lives and burning through thousands of acres.
Affleck's ex-wife Jennifer Garner has been actively volunteering, assisting children affected by the fires as part of her role with Save The Children. Another ex, Jennifer Lopez, contributed significantly by donating clothing and accessories to those impacted. "Jennifer has been collecting clothing for the past 30 years, so she had a lot to pull from," disclosed an insider.
The wildfires have triggered unwavering community support and drawn high-profile figures like Affleck into the heart of the response efforts. As the region confronts ongoing challenges, such as shifting evacuation zones and loss of property, the cooperative spirit is aiding in the recovery and support of the affected residents.