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‘He Looks Better than Ever Before’: Ben Affleck Sparks Heated Debate After Kissing Best Friend’s Wife’s Head – Pics

A tender moment between Ben Affleck and Luciana Barroso, Matt Damon’s wife, was observed. People are now talking about everything, even Affleck’s appearance and ludicrous romance speculations.

Once again, pictures of Ben Affleck kissing his closest friend’s wife have gone viral on the internet. The pictures, which were taken in Los Angeles, depict the actor putting a cordial kiss on Luciana Barroso’s head while they were embracing from the side.

Ben Affleck greets Luciana Barroso, dated September 13, 2024 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

Despite the gesture’s harmless appearance, it immediately provoked strong comments online. Fans fueled the flames by connecting this incident to recent exchanges between Damon and Affleck’s estranged wife, Jennifer Lopez, which fueled the issue even more in the days that followed.

At the afterparty for “Unstoppable,” a movie that both stars co-produced, Lopez and Damon were observed having a lengthy, private talk at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Witnesses stated that following their photo ops at the event, the two conversed for more than 20 minutes at the EPOCH Bar & Kitchen Terrace.

The amicable conversation and Affleck and Barroso’s most recent kiss stoked the escalating rumors on the internet. At the time of the kiss, Affleck and Barroso were apparently on their way to a meeting.

Affleck, wearing a dapper navy suit and light blue button-down, greeted Barroso with composure while the latter was decked up in a chic black pantsuit and braid. They smiled and gave each other a brief embrace, seeming to be at ease in each other’s company.

Ben Affleck and Luciana Barroso, dated September 13, 2024 | Source: Instagram/pagesix

But Affleck, who is going through a well-publicized divorce from Lopez, is going through a difficult moment when they interact. Social media users did not waste any time in expressing their views and opinions as soon as the images of their conversation went viral.

Many were eager to congratulate Affleck on his appearance, with one commenting, “He looks better than ever before,” and another, “After leaving @jlo, he looks more happy and handsome.” Well done, sir. Some, on the other hand, seemed more interested in the conversation itself, and some even suggested that the amicable gesture had a deeper significance.

“SWITCH” and “spouse swap” comments were all over the comment sections. What if Ben and Damon’s wife are having an affair? wondered one fan. This is the reason JLO and Matt were consoling one another the previous week.

Users were compelled to make some more drastic deductions. One commenter quipped, “Should Matt Damon be worried?” Another said, “This cannot be a coincidence.” CANNOT. Still, not every response was scandalous.

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon after winning in the Original Screenplay category during the 70th Academy Awards on March 24, 1998 | Source: Getty Images

Someone said, “He seemed content! And she’s like a sister to him,” wrote one Instagram user, to which another replied, “So what! Last week, Jlo was with Matt. “They’re all buddies!”

Their maturity was commended by a commentator who wrote, “They’re ALL adults that can interact with each other in a mature manner.” One person expressed admiration for the warmth amongst close friends, writing, “I love seeing love and affection between family/close friends.” Other users agreed.

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon at Dodger Stadium on October 28, 2018, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images

There has long been curiosity about the close-knit bonds between Affleck, Damon, Lopez, and Barroso. The bond between Affleck and Damon dates back many years; they first connected in their childhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck at the premiere of “Live By Night” in Hollywood, California on January 9, 2017| Source: Getty Images

Affleck has frequently acknowledged Damon as a major role model in both his personal and professional life, and their friendship endures to this day. Because of this, it appears that Affleck’s recent show of affection toward Barroso is a reflection of their families’ long-standing relationship.

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon at Spike TV’s 10th Annual Guys Choice Awards in Culver City, California on June 4, 2016 | Source: Getty Images

Currently going through a divorce with Lopez, Affleck has been relying on his pals for help during this trying period. Affleck, Damon, and their families were seen eating together at the Italian restaurant Toscana in Los Angeles, only a few weeks prior to the photographs of him kissing Barroso going viral.

Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner, Matt Damon, and Luciana Barroso on August 2, 2008 | Source: Getty Images

Those watching reported that it was a fun evening with lots of laughing and talk. Even so, some people noticed that Affleck had a “pep in his step” as he headed to meet his buddies, despite his otherwise neutral demeanor.

Affleck and Lopez have made it apparent that their kids come first, even after their split. The former couple and their blended family recently got together for a “fun lunch” at the Polo Lounge in Los Angeles.

For the outing, Lopez’s twins, Emme and Max, were joined by Affleck’s kids, Seraphina and Samuel. “Jennifer is trying to be friendly with Ben,” an insider revealed. However, they are still proceeding with the divorce. They are settling financial matters in a cordial manner.”

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are seen on September 14, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

“The kids always got along and have fun together,” the insider continued. Her top priority is having happy children.” The entwined ties between Ben Affleck, Lopez, Damon, and Barroso continue to attract viewers, as seen by the heightened emotions and speculative posts on social media.