Brooks Nader has publicly denied rumors connecting her romantically with Ben Affleck, emphasizing that she has never met the actor. The speculation arose on January 24 when the celebrity gossip account Deuxmoi shared a source’s claim that the two had never encountered each other, prompting Nader to clarify directly under the post,
“Haven’t met him in my life.”
This statement put an end to circulating Ben Affleck dating rumors that were gaining traction online.
Background on Brooks Nader’s Recent Relationships
Before the emergence of the Ben Affleck dating rumors, Brooks Nader was linked to an on-again, off-again relationship with Gleb Savchenko, her professional partner on season 33 of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. Their pairing sparked notable chemistry during the show, but their romance ended in April 2025 amid accusations of infidelity by Nader, claims Savchenko denied.
Nader reflected on her connection with Savchenko during a December 2025 interview on Watch What Happens Live, stating,
“I was newly divorced and I told them, ‘Give me the hottest, douchiest guy,’ and they gave me Gleb.”
She further described their initial encounter with,
“I felt as though there was so much sexual tension on the first day we met that it would just get worse and worse.”
Their relationship drew public attention not only for the on-screen tension but also for its tumultuous end, which included Nader’s accusations and public disputes.
Public Clashes and Media Attention Following Breakup
Nader’s breakup with Savchenko spawned ongoing public discontent, with the model addressing criticism from Olivia Attwood on her Olivia’s House podcast. When Attwood labeled Nader as “bitter” for discussing the split repeatedly, Nader fired back, revealing,
“Meanwhile, this f—ing guy is in his 40s and he was on Instagram Live a couple nights ago, ranting about me and my whole family.”
This statement highlighted the tension between the former couple and the emotional fallout from their breakup.
She continued to express the complicated dynamics between them:
“We can go tit for tat on the pettiness, you know what I mean?”
and later added,
“That’s why I think we had good chemistry because we are both just so f—ing petty, and we would do the most f—ed up, petty, toxic things to each other throughout the whole season.”
Current Relationship Status and New Rumors
Recently, Brooks Nader was also linked to tennis players Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, fueling further speculation about her love life. However, at the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix, when asked about her relationship status, Nader dismissed any current romantic involvement. She said she had no one making her heart race just yet, adding playfully,
“We’ll see after the race… But they’re all cute. Who knows?”
Ben Affleck Reflects on Relationship Challenges After Split from Jennifer Lopez
Meanwhile, Ben Affleck, aged 53, openly discussed the difficulties of navigating new relationships following his high-profile split from Jennifer Lopez in 2024. Speaking in April 2025 about his role in The Accountant 2, Affleck described how uncertain the early stages of dating can be. He explained,
“It’s not easy for anyone figuring out relationships, particularly at the very early part, where you’re trying to gauge, ‘What does this signal mean?’”
He added,
“‘Is this person looking at me? Do they like me? Am I going to humiliate myself if I go over there?’”
Affleck revealed this turmoil was part of what made his movie character’s journey relatable, stating,
“That was one of the fun things about this [movie]. The idea that, here’s a guy who’s trying to figure out — he wants to have a relationship with a woman, he’s trying to figure out how to do that, like, how to put yourself out there.”
Implications of Denial and Public Speculation
With Brooks Nader firmly denying any romantic connection to Ben Affleck and emphasizing that they have never met, the reports linking them appear unfounded. The ongoing attention on Nader’s love life, from her past relationship with Gleb Savchenko to the recent rumored links with top athletes, illustrates the intense scrutiny public figures face, especially following high-profile splits such as Affleck’s from Jennifer Lopez.
As Affleck continues to navigate the complexities of dating post-split, and Nader maintains her focus amid swirling rumors, both remain subjects of public fascination. Their statements clarify their current distances from each other romantically, but media speculation is likely to persist. The evolving narratives highlight how difficult it can be for celebrities to separate private lives from public perception in the digital age.
