Ben Affleck debuted a striking new look at CinemaCon 2025 in Las Vegas, sporting a darker, fuller beard that caught the attention of fans and colleagues alike.
The 52-year-old actor appeared to promote his upcoming film The Accountant 2 alongside his co-stars Daniella Pineda, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, and Jon Bernthal. His appearance came just days after he broke his silence on his divorce from Jennifer Lopez.
At the event, Affleck was seen in a navy blue suit paired with a light blue shirt. The relaxed style featured an open collar, giving him a laid-back yet polished appearance.
His facial hair was noticeably darker than usual, moving away from his familiar salt-and-pepper beard. Just days earlier, on March 30, Affleck had been photographed in Los Angeles with slightly lighter, gray-speckled facial hair, leading some fans to take notice of the transformation.
The actor has been growing out his facial hair for his role in RIP, a crime thriller for Netflix.
In an interview from November 2024, Affleck and his longtime friend Matt Damon explained their decision to embrace scruff for the film, joking that it was all part of their characters’ look.
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This public appearance comes on the heels of Affleck’s candid interview with GQ, where he addressed the end of his marriage to Jennifer Lopez.
Affleck opened up about the reasons behind the split, clearing up some of the speculation about their relationship. He emphasized that the divorce wasn’t due to any major conflict, stating, “It’s not like you can watch that documentary and go, ‘Oh, now I understand the issues that these two had.'”
Despite the high-profile breakup, a source close to Affleck recently shared that he remains “very passionate about work” and is excited about upcoming projects. “He thrives when he’s busy,” the source said.
Affleck’s upcoming film The Accountant 2 is set to hit theaters on April 25, marking his first appearance on the big screen since 2023. The film will see him reprise his role in the action-packed thriller, following his roles in Air and The Flash.
