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Inside Jen Affleck and ex Zac’s surprising post-divorce relationship — and the possibility of reconciliation revealed
Jen and Zac Affleck are divorcing after seven years of marriage but continue to speak daily and are co-parenting their three children. Jen is pregnant with their fourth child, due soon, and sources differ on whether the couple might reconcile, leaving their future relationship uncertain.
Jen filed for divorce in Utah on 3 November after learning Zac had withdrawn $100,000 from their joint account to invest in Bitcoin during a separation. She has also spoken publicly about feeling unsupported, including criticism of her post-pregnancy body; Zac has apologised and said he accepts responsibility for his actions. He was recently seen taking their eldest daughter to Disneyland and says he is trying to maintain normality for the children.
In short
- Jen and Zac Affleck are divorcing but remain in daily contact.
- They are co-parenting three children and expecting a fourth.
- A $100,000 Bitcoin investment was a key factor in the split.
Steelman: both sides, in good faith
The strongest fair case each way — we don't pick a winner.
The case for
Those who see reconciliation as possible can point to the couple’s daily communication, shared commitment to co-parenting and Zac’s efforts to stay involved in the children’s lives. His apology and acceptance of responsibility may offer a basis for rebuilding trust, while the imminent birth of their fourth child could encourage them to explore whether their relationship can be repaired.
The case against
Those who consider separation the more likely or healthier path can point to Jen’s decision to file for divorce after Zac withdrew $100,000 from their joint account, as well as her account of feeling unsupported and criticised. Continued contact may reflect the practical demands of co-parenting rather than renewed intimacy, and an apology does not by itself resolve the underlying breach of trust or hurt.