Ben Affleck is embracing a single life and keeping his options open when it comes to new relationships in Hollywood. Recently, during a casual conversation with a friend, the Oscar-winning actor revealed his ultimate celebrity crush—another fellow Oscar winner.
Affleck admitted his admiration for none other than Angelina Jolie, the stunning actress from Beverly Hills who has enjoyed a remarkable career in both acting and directing. Although Jolie has remained focused on raising her six children since her highly publicized divorce from Brad Pitt in 2016, she has not been publicly linked to anyone romantically in recent years.
However, this hasn’t deterred Affleck’s interest. A source close to the actor shared that Ben has always been captivated by Jolie’s beauty and strength, admiring her ability to juggle her career and personal life. “He’s always thought she’s incredibly attractive and has a deep respect for how she’s managed both her career and personal life,” the insider revealed.
Affleck also appreciates Jolie’s work as a director, a field in which he has experience as well. He directed Argo and The Town, films that earned critical acclaim, and the common ground between their careers in film makes them more relatable to each other. With so much shared experience and mutual respect, it seems the two could have a lot to talk about over a meal.
At 52, Affleck is just a few years older than Jolie, who is 49, placing them in similar stages of life. Both have had their fair share of relationships with high-profile stars, including Gwyneth Paltrow for Affleck, but it remains to be seen whether anything romantic could blossom between these two iconic Hollywood figures.
As Ben continues to embrace his single status, it’s clear he has a deep admiration for Jolie, and only time will tell if the two will find more in common beyond their shared love for film and acting.
