Ben Affleck appears to have moved on from his high-profile divorce from Jennifer Lopez with someone who’s turning heads for more than just her modeling credentials.
According to Star magazine, the 53-year-old actor is reportedly “hooking up” with 28-year-old Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Brooks Nader.
And if sources are to be believed, Affleck seems happier than he’s been in quite some time.
A source close to the situation revealed that the Oscar winner “can’t wipe the smile off his face” since connecting with Nader, who recently showcased her dancing skills on Dancing With the Stars.
Finding His Mojo Again
The reported new romance comes at a significant time for Affleck, who only recently finalized his divorce from Lopez in January 2025. Their split marked the end of a love story that had captivated public attention for over two decades.
According to the insider, Affleck has “finally found a fling that has brought his mojo back since divorcing J.Lo.”
The actor and Lopez, 56, first called off their engagement back in 2004, only to famously rekindle their romance in 2021. They married in 2022, but by August 2024, Lopez had filed for divorce.
Who Is Brooks Nader?
Nader isn’t just another pretty face in Affleck’s dating history. The 28-year-old has carved out her own spotlight in recent years.
Beyond her successful modeling career with Sports Illustrated, she recently starred in a reality television show called Love Thy Nader alongside her three sisters: Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane.
Like Affleck, Nader also comes with her own relationship history. She was previously married to advertising executive Billy Haire, announcing their split in May 2024.
Haire has since moved on and is now engaged to Southern Charm star Naomie Olindo.
Affleck’s Complicated Relationship History
Before his second attempt at romance with Lopez, Affleck was married to actress Jennifer Garner. Their marriage produced three children who remain central to the actor’s life.
Affleck shares custody of Violet, 20, Seraphina, 17, and Samuel, 13, with Garner. Despite their divorce, the former couple has worked to maintain a co-parenting relationship focused on their children’s wellbeing.
His relationship timeline shows a pattern of high-profile romances, but this new connection with Nader appears different—at least according to those watching from the sidelines.
What Makes This Different?
The reported hookup represents a departure from Affleck’s recent relationship patterns. Rather than jumping into another serious commitment immediately following his divorce, he seems to be taking a more casual approach.
At 28, Nader is significantly younger than Affleck’s previous partners, and their connection reportedly started during a period when both were freshly single and navigating life after their respective divorces.
The timing suggests two people who understand the complexity of public breakups finding common ground—and perhaps some much-needed levity—in each other’s company.
Moving Forward After Jennifer Lopez
Affleck’s divorce from Lopez was finalized just weeks ago, marking the official end of their reunion romance that had dominated tabloid headlines since they rekindled their relationship in 2021.
Their brief marriage lasted only about two years before Lopez filed for divorce in August 2024. The quick turnaround from wedding to separation raised eyebrows, especially given their storied history together.
Now, with the legal proceedings behind him, Affleck appears ready to embrace a new chapter—one that’s bringing back some of that spark he’d been missing.
What’s Next?
Whether this reported fling develops into something more serious or remains a fun distraction during a transitional period in both their lives remains to be seen.
What’s clear is that Affleck seems genuinely happy—a notable shift from the more somber appearances he made during the final months of his marriage to Lopez.
For now, both Affleck and Nader appear focused on enjoying the present moment, free from the weight of their previous relationships and the pressure of defining what comes next.