Ben Affleck raised some eyebrows this past weekend when sources revealed to the New York Post that he’s been spending time with Kathleen Alexandra ‘Kick’ Kennedy, the daughter of former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
The news comes just days after Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from the 52-year-old actor.
Sources indicate the Good Will Hunting actor was spotted with the 36-year-old at various Los Angeles hotspots, including the famed Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Kick Kennedy, named after her great-aunt Kathleen “Kick” Kennedy, is an actress in her own right with a notable lineage involving a powerful political dynasty.
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The Ben Affleck/Kick Kennedy Rumors
The Post reports that “the nature of their relationship remains unclear” but these settings suggest more than mere acquaintanceship between Kick Kennedy and Affleck.
The news of Affleck spending time with Kennedy has led to a flurry of speculation across social media. While some see it as a potential new romantic interest for Affleck, others suggest it might be something more strategic, given Kennedy’s political background.
Could Ben Affleck be looking to get into politics?
The latter doesn’t seem likely. Kennedy, despite her family’s deep roots in American politics, has carved out a path in entertainment, appearing in shows like Curb Your Enthusiasm well over a decade ago.
She has maintained a relatively low profile compared to her family’s public life.
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Divorce From Jennifer Lopez
These public sightings with Kick Kennedy certainly add another layer of intrigue to Ben Affleck’s life post-Jennifer Lopez.
Lopez filed for divorce on August 20th, marking the end of their two-year marriage. They must now navigate the legal process, which will likely focus on their ample shared assets.
Though news of their impending split had been rumored for quite some time, the actual divorce filing was a shock to the entertainment industry.
A source close to Lopez told People Magazine that she filed the paperwork after determining that “it’s time to move on”.
“She’s very disappointed and sad, but Ben hasn’t given her any signs that he wants to continue their marriage. He hasn’t shown any commitment and interest in making their marriage work,” the source said. “It’s gotten to the point that she just needs to look out for herself.”
Meanwhile, sources for the Daily Mail have indicated Affleck has “been done for a long time”.
Does that include moving on to Kick Kennedy? As of now, neither Affleck nor Kennedy’s representatives have commented on the nature of their relationship.
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