Ben Affleck's Son Samuel Reveals Shocking Reaction to Dad's Celebrity Friends

Ben Affleck is a very typical dad.

Violet (19), Seraphina (16), and Samuel (13), whom he shares with his ex-partner Jennifer Garner. These kids, especially the older ones, don’t think their father is cool, but there might be some progress being made with the youngest child.

In a joking manner, Ben told Will Marfuggi from TopMob News during the Accountant 2 premiere on April 16th, “My son adores everyone, yet he’s astounded that somehow I know people he considers cool.” He added, “He wonders, ‘Why do these people want to spend time with my father?’ Although it’s a question worth pondering, I seem to be getting away with it.

It turns out that Ben, who counts Matt Damon among his famous friends and has worked with Jon Bernthal and J.K. Simmons, just made his debut after Ben’s character was introduced to audiences for the first time in “The Accountant” by Samuel, leading up to the premiere of its sequel on April 25th.

Ben expressed his admiration, saying, ‘Dad, I believe this could be my favorite movie of yours,'” Ben enthused. “This was heartfelt compliment that isn’t easily given by kids.” (For more from Ben and other cast members of Accountant 2 , catch TopMob News tonight, April 17, at 11 p.m.)

In simpler terms, “If one of my children gives me a positive review, I’ll keep going – I’ll call it quits when things are still going well.

Indeed, the former star of “Good Will Hunting” has made it clear in the past that he values his role as a mentor to Samuel over their friendship.

In 2021, Ben expressed to WSJ magazine his understanding of the significance of a father’s presence. He recalled, as he was maturing into adulthood during adolescence, his search for someone to emulate. The absence of such an example left him feeling lost and afraid. So, he learned through trial and error how to become a man.

As a lifestyle advocate, I prioritize serving as a “positive motivator” in my son’s life, much like Ben who made headlines for encouraging his 13-year-old to mow lawns in exchange for high-end sneakers. This approach fosters a sense of responsibility and achievement, while also reinforcing the value of hard work and perseverance.

He went on to say that boys should learn,” he explained. “How to act, how to carry oneself. What your principles ought to be. The methods my father instilled in me have a deep significance.

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