2003–2005: Career downturn and tabloid notoriety. While Affleck had beenatabloid figure for much of his career,[29] he was the subject of increased media attention in 2003 because of his relationship with Jennifer Lopez. "We met when you were 10 and I was 8..." "He tried to ride my coattails and he's been doing it ever since." BenAffleck and Matt Damon take us through their ... BenAffleck’s marriage to Jennifer Lopez solidifies the boundaries of his relationship with Jennifer Garner. His public behavior demonstrates a clear respect for his wife and his current marriage. His wifeisa producer on The Rip, as well as Affleck's next directorial project Animals. Affleck said about the matter: 'She's a great producer and a really good friend, and yeah, I never got that vibe from her. So I think something I did in real life rubbed it off.' BenAffleck’s Relationship With Matt Damon’s WifeIs Largely Professional. As a longtime fan of Ben and Matt, it doesn’t surprise me at all that Ben’s wife, Luciana, is also friends with Matt! Can you imagine the hilarious situations if Matt had to constantly navigate keeping those two apart? Matt Damon and BenAffleck have been the ultimate Hollywood duo for decades, but a hilarious new revelation suggests that Damon wasn’t always the first choice in his own household. Could BenAffleckbe the new Jude Law? According to Us Weekly, the answer is yes. The magazine published a report claiming Affleckis in a new relationship with the nanny. In a new interview with CBS Sunday Morning, the 46-year-old actress says intense tabloid scrutiny -- specifically, stories regarding her highly publicized marriage and eventual split from BenAffleck -- put pressure on her private life. BenAffleckis the prime suspect in his famous wife's disappearance in this twist-filled adaptation of the acclaimed bestseller. BenAffleckis tired of waiting for ex-wife Jen Garner #benaffleck #jennifergarner. Affleck told Stern about his best friend’s relationship: “It’s a really gorgeous marriage and friendship and two people who, when they’re apart and independent of one another, are one another’s partner.” Matt Damon and BenAffleck spoke to Howard Stern on his radio show Monday. BenAffleck faced one of his biggest challenges as an actor when he has to kiss his male co-star in the 1997 movie, Chasing Amy. Jennifer Lopez, BenAffleckare engaged again. American actress Jennifer Garner breaks up with boyfriend Miller. ”I protect my peace by refusing to engage with tabloid coverage. Matt Damon and BenAffleck opened up about how Damon helped his friend out through some of the most challenging times in his life: 'I was there for all of it.'Matt Damon and BenAffleck with the Best Screenplay Oscars for 'Good Will Hunting' in 1998. HECTOR MATA/AFP via Getty.