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Ben Affleck walks with Luciana Barroso
Ben Affleck was seen walking with Luciana Barroso on July 24, 2025, in West Hollywood. They were headed to Soho House and seemed to enjoy a relaxed evening. Barroso is married to Matt Damon, who is Affleck’s longtime friend and co-star.
Affleck wore a cream blazer and white slacks. Barroso wore a black button-down shirt with wide-leg trousers. Eyewitnesses said they smiled, laughed, and walked closely together. Photos from the evening quickly appeared online, catching the attention of fans.
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Their outing came after the Bennifer divorce
The outing happened shortly after Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez ended their marriage. They got married in 2022 after rekindling their relationship in 2021. Lopez filed for divorce on August 20, 2024, which was their second wedding anniversary.
Affleck had already moved out of their shared home by then. The couple had not been seen together during the summer. Lopez had also attended the Met Gala alone, which led fans to notice that something had changed between them.
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Lopez’s new song follows the split
Jennifer Lopez released a new song called “Wreckage of You” just weeks after the divorce. The lyrics talk about heartbreak, lost love, and pain. Fans believe the song reflects how Lopez felt after the breakup with Affleck.
She performed the song for the first time on July 2, 2025, during a private fan listening party in Los Angeles. Then, she sang it on July 8 in Pontevedra, Spain, during the opening night of her “Up All Night” tour. The crowd reacted strongly to her performance.
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Fans talk after music and outing
Lopez’s emotional song and Affleck’s sighting with Barroso happened close together. People on social media pointed out the timing and shared their opinions. Some said Barroso was showing loyalty by being with Affleck.
Others said the song explained how Lopez felt after their split. The sighting and the music release kept both Affleck and Lopez in the news. The public reaction made the events feel even more connected to fans watching closely.
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Barroso and Affleck have long history
Barroso has known Affleck for years through Matt Damon. She has walked red carpets with him, including the 2021 premiere of The Last Duel in New York. She’s often seen with Damon and Affleck during movie events.
The friendship between Barroso and Affleck is part of their larger bond with Damon. Even though Damon wasn’t there on July 24, Barroso’s appearance with Affleck reminded fans how close the three have been for years.
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Damon did not attend the outing
While Barroso and Affleck were seen together, Matt Damon was not spotted with them. The photos only showed Barroso and Affleck talking and walking to Soho House. They seemed comfortable and familiar with each other.
People noticed that Damon was not present, but no explanation was given. There was no official comment from any of the three. The outing stood out because of how close Affleck and Barroso appeared that night in West Hollywood.
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Ben wore a cream suit for the night
Affleck wore a cream blazer with matching white slacks during the outing. His outfit drew attention as he walked beside Barroso. His clean look stood out in the pictures shared online after the sighting.
Barroso wore a black button-down shirt and wide-leg pants. Their clothing choices gave the outing a classy, evening style. The pair were seen smiling and laughing while walking toward the entrance of Soho House in West Hollywood.
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Luciana is a private person by choice
Luciana Barroso does not use social media and rarely gives interviews. She keeps a low profile even though she’s married to a well-known actor. She usually avoids public attention unless supporting Damon at movie events.
Barroso has been married to Matt Damon since 2005. The couple shares four children. She is not involved in the entertainment industry and stays away from the spotlight unless she attends film premieres or special events with her husband.
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She met Damon while bartending in 2003
Luciana met Matt Damon in 2003 while she was bartending in Miami. Damon was filming Stuck on You and walked into the bar where she worked. He went behind the counter to escape fans and ended up making drinks.
Barroso said Damon helped bring in tips that night. She remembered the story differently from him, but they both recalled feeling a connection. Damon invited her out, but she said no because she had a young daughter at home.
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Barroso became part of Damon’s life
Luciana and Matt Damon got married in 2005. They had three daughters together, and Damon also became stepdad to her daughter, Alexia. The family is known for keeping their personal lives private.
Luciana often supports Damon by attending red carpet events with him. The couple also follows a two-week rule, where they don’t spend more than two weeks apart. Damon said his wife helped him stay grounded during stressful times.
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She convinced Damon to join a film
In July 2024, Matt Damon said Luciana helped convince him to take a role in The Instigators, a comedic thriller. She even produced the movie. Damon said he trusted her opinion when deciding to join the project.
The family attended the film’s premiere in New York, showing support for the movie. Damon credited his wife’s judgment and said she was actively involved in the production. Luciana rarely produces, but this film was one she wanted to help shape.
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Barroso and Elsa Pataky are friends
Luciana is close friends with Elsa Pataky, who is married to Chris Hemsworth. The couple vacation together with their kids. Both women speak Spanish and have matching tattoos they got after spending Christmas together.
Pataky said she admired Barroso for being adventurous and fun. She also liked having someone to speak Spanish with during trips. The Damons and Hemsworths share similar parenting styles and often plan their holidays as a group.
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Affleck’s dating past stays in focus
Ben Affleck has dated several high-profile women before Lopez. He was with Jennifer Garner, Ana de Armas, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Lindsay Shookus. He also dated Playboy model Shauna Sexton and was rumored to spend time with Kick Kennedy, which was later denied by his representative.
His relationships were often in the news. Some lasted for years while others were short. Affleck was engaged to Lopez once before in the early 2000s. They canceled that wedding before getting back together nearly two decades later.
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Bennifer reunited and married were in 2022
Affleck and Lopez started dating again in 2021 after exchanging emotional emails. They got engaged with a green ring in 2022 and married the same year. The couple had two weddings, one being in Georgia.
Lopez spoke publicly about their love, calling Affleck the love of her life. Their wedding and relationship were followed by many fans. Their romance was known as “Bennifer,” and it became one of the most talked-about stories in Hollywood.
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Divorce came after a lonely summer
In the summer of 2024, Affleck and Lopez spent time apart. Lopez attended events without him, including the Met Gala. By August, Affleck had moved out of their home. Lopez filed for divorce on August 20.
A source said Lopez felt embarrassed by how things ended. She had spoken openly about their love. The divorce came exactly two years after their wedding in Georgia. Fans were surprised the split happened so soon after so much public attention.
Ben Affleck reportedly moved out of his bachelor pad earlier this July amid split rumors. Get the news on how Ben Affleck moved out of his bachelor pad.
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