Ben Affleck has been known to be one of those stars who doesn’t necessarily look super happy all the time and has been seen looking rather stressed since his latest divorce. However, after his latest talk show appearance, some fans believe he’s turning a new leaf.
The Good Will Hunting star was recently a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where, in addition to promoting his and Matt Damon’s latest Netflix film, he also showed off a more positive attitude and joked around, giving fans a new perspective on how he’s doing post-divorcing Jennifer Lopez. After months of internet users posting that he looks “miserable,” the new television appearance has some people changing their minds. Read more about his new interview and what the internet had to say about it below.
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The award-winning actor and writer is back in the spotlight these days with some new buzzworthy projects, including his latest crime-thriller starring him and his longtime friend and co-writer, Matt Damon. The pair play two Miami police officers who are part of a group that discovers a stash of millions of dollars in cash.
On Jimmy Kimmel Live this Tuesday, the Massachusetts native spoke about the film, and even made some jokes about Damon, reading a comical note regarding the talk show host's recent Critics' Choice Award win, laughing as he read it and cracking a few more jokes as the interview was carried out.
The actor also addressed how fans of his have been talking about his Oscar nomination "snub" amid awards season buzz, and how many felt the film did not receive enough recognition in 2012. Instead of getting too serious, however, he addressed the backlash with jokes and more positivity.
"It's a bummer, but I did end up winning the Critic's Choice Award," he said with a smile. "This negative event turns into a positive."
Fans React To Ben's Talk Show Appearance & Say He Looks 'Happy'
After his talk show episode aired, numerous internet users began weighing in on his appearance and overall presence, noting how animated and upbeat he was. It was a change in tune from over the last few months, following his divorce from on-and-off-again partner Jennifer Lopez, which was finalized last year.
Prior to this interview, there had been many instances of fans writing that he "often looked miserable" in paparazzi photos. However, his upbeat energy while speaking to Kimmel had many fans and other internet users quite pleased and hopeful.
"Ben looks great!" wrote a fan on YouTube.
"Ben Affleck is at his happiest when he's with Matt Damon or Jimmy Kimmel," joked another.
Another fan noted that the actor "doesn't like press, but ironically, he's so good at it," and an additional user wrote he seemed "so funny and relaxed now."
"Great seeing Ben so happy," commented a sincere fan. "He's a fun guy [and] great actor."
