Jennifer Garner, known for her role in The Last Thing He Told Me, opened up about how her children perceive her work. The actress is a mother to three kids—Violet, 20, Fin, 17, and Samuel, 13—whom she shares with her ex-husband Ben Affleck. Despite Garner’s achievements, her kids’ opinion of her latest project is far from enthusiastic.
While promoting the second season of The thriller series based on Laura Dave’s novel, Garner spoke candidly on The Jennifer Hudson Show about her children’s reactions.
“I asked my kids if they were going to watch this season of the show, and they were like, ‘Do you need us to?’”
she revealed, highlighting their playful disinterest in her latest work.
How Jennifer’s Co-Stars Help Her With Her Kids
Although her children find Garner’s career fairly embarrassing, some of her co-stars have earned their respect. The actress mentioned that Angourie Rice, who plays her on-screen stepdaughter Bailey, brings her “cool points.” More notably, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, famous for Game of Thrones, has gained favor with her son.
“My son is really into Game of Thrones right now, so thank you,”
Garner said, acknowledging the positive influence.
Additionally, Judy Greer, Garner’s co-star and longtime friend, is well-liked by all of her children.
“And my kids all love Aunt Judy. I get by with a little help from my friends,”
Garner shared, emphasizing how her relationships off-screen support her with her family.
Details About “The Last Thing He Told Me” and Its Release
The Last Thing He Told Me, backed by Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, centers on Hannah Hall, played by Garner, who must build a connection with her stepdaughter Bailey to uncover the mystery surrounding her husband’s disappearance. The second season is set to premiere on February 20, continuing the gripping story that mixes suspense with complex family dynamics.
Support and Family Dynamics Between Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck
While Garner’s kids might be somewhat indifferent toward her current project, they have publicly supported both their mother and father. Most recently, they attended the premiere of The Accountant sequel in April 2025 along with Ben Affleck’s former stepchildren, Jennifer Lopez’s twins Max and Emme, who are 18 years old.
Ben Affleck expressed his appreciation for Jennifer Garner and their children during an Entertainment Tonight interview.
“[She is] great to my kids, [has an] ongoing relationship with them, I love her kids, they are wonderful,”
he said.
“The relationship that you could have with children like that, it’s the joy of my life.”
The actor also praised the children’s excitement for his work:
“Those kids are amazing and I’m glad that this is the movie they wanted to come to.”
In response to being called a “great dad,” Affleck modestly replied with a smile,
“I am trying my best, I certainly do.”
What This Means for Jennifer Garner and Her Children
Jennifer Garner’s reflections reveal a complex but warm family environment where her kids express admiration mixed with typical teenage hesitation toward their mother’s profession. Their candid remarks also highlight the everyday dynamics of celebrity families, where fame and personal relationships intersect.
Garner’s willingness to openly discuss her children’s views while promoting her current series invites audiences to see her more authentically. The supportive connections she maintains with her co-stars and her ex-husband Ben Affleck suggest a strong network around her children, which may continue to influence how they engage with their parents’ careers moving forward.
