After his split with Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck allegedly has his sights on another A-lister—Angelina Jolie. Fans say the pairing might just make sense.
On April 13, 2025, Ben Affleck may have closed the chapter on his whirlwind romance with Jennifer Lopez, but he’s apparently not done with Hollywood’s elite. According to a report from the Daily Mail, the Oscar-winning actor and director is now crushing on none other than Angelina Jolie—the ex-wife of Brad Pitt and global icon in her own right.
The Argo star allegedly referred to Jolie as “very hot” and admired her work both in front of and behind the camera. A source revealed that Affleck believes they would “have a lot to talk about over dinner,” noting their shared interest in filmmaking and family life.
Ben and Angelina, who were both present at several award shows over the years, were even photographed chatting at the 2001 Vanity Fair Oscar party and again exchanging glances at the 2014 Hollywood Film Awards. Though they’ve never been romantically linked, insiders claim Affleck has “always been intrigued” by Jolie’s intellect, bold career choices, and strength as a single mother.
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time Ben and Brad have found themselves on overlapping romantic paths. Affleck previously dated Gwyneth Paltrow, another of Pitt’s exes, from 1997 to 2000.
Affleck recently addressed his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, calling it “scandal and drama-free.” He admitted their differences in handling fame and media pressure, adding that their breakup wasn’t rooted in any major fallout. “It’s just sort of embarrassing,” he told GQ, refusing to dive into specifics.
Since the split, the internet has swirled with rumors about Affleck’s love life—from rekindled sparks with ex-wife Jennifer Garner to dalliances with new A-listers. But it’s the Angelina Jolie angle that’s got fans most intrigued.
While Brad Pitt is reportedly dating jewelry designer Ines de Ramon, Jolie has stayed single, focusing on her six children. Affleck, too, is a devoted father to three kids with Jennifer Garner. The similarities in their parenting values, creative work, and cautious approach to dating have many fans rooting for the potential pairing.
One fan wrote on X, “Ben and Angelina would be a power couple—mature, private, and both obsessed with their kids.”
As Affleck navigates the next chapter of his life post-J.Lo, the prospect of a romance with Jolie seems to resonate with many who see potential in their shared experiences and mutual respect for each other’s careers. With both actors having faced their share of public scrutiny and personal challenges, they might find solace in each other’s company.
With the entertainment world always buzzing about who’s dating whom, this latest twist has certainly captured the attention of fans and media alike. Could we be witnessing the birth of a new Hollywood power couple? Only time will tell.
