Rejecting the fanfare surrounding Ben Affleck and his new wife Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Garner has chosen a more private path in her love life. The 51-year-old actress has been quietly dating businessman John Miller, preferring a low-key relationship out of the celebrity spotlight.
Sources reveal that Garner has been in an on-and-off relationship with Miller, who, like her, enjoys being a “private couple.”
Intrigued? Let’s delve into the life of the man who has captured Jennifer Garner’s heart!
After Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck finalized their divorce in 2018, it wasn’t surprising when Affleck rekindled his romance with Jennifer Lopez. Their high-profile relationship and subsequent marriage, along with J.Lo’s new single “Can’t Get Enough” dedicated to Affleck, kept them in the headlines. Meanwhile, details about Garner’s new beau, John Miller, remained largely under wraps.
Reports suggest that Garner and Miller had been seeing each other for six months before her divorce from Affleck was finalized. Garner and Affleck, who split in 2015, continue to co-parent their three children: Violet, 17, Seraphina, 14, and Samuel, 10.
So, who is John Miller?
Born in 1978, Miller is a businessman and attorney. He serves as the CEO of the fast-food chain CaliBurger and its parent company, CaliGroup. Before this, he was the VP of intellectual property at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals. Miller, previously married to violinist Caroline Campbell from 2005 to 2014, finalized his divorce just a month after Garner did. He shares two children, Violet and Quest, with Campbell.
Miller and Garner have been together for five years, choosing to keep their relationship out of the spotlight. “She loves how little he cares for the limelight or the Hollywood scene,” a source told Us Weekly. “Their relationship is very different from Ben and J.Lo’s. You won’t see them posing for cameras or worrying about attending events together.”
The source added, “They’re content being a regular, low-key couple. They don’t need anyone else’s validation to know they’re happy together. It’s not a dig at others; it’s just how they prefer it.”
Taking it slow
After a brief split between August 2020 and spring 2021, Garner and Miller have been going strong. “He was ready for marriage, but she wasn’t sure,” a source explained. Friends say the couple has a supportive relationship, bringing out the best in each other.
“John is smitten and caring, without being overbearing,” a source shared. “He gives Jen space when she needs it but is there for her when she’s down or wants to do something spontaneous. They’ve enjoyed some wonderful trips together, which is one of their favorite things.”
Keeping a low profile
In July 2022, as curiosity swirled about Garner’s reaction to Affleck’s marriage to Lopez, paparazzi captured Garner and Miller together, looking happy and unbothered. In January 2023, Entertainment Tonight published images of Affleck chatting happily with Miller, showing that exes can get along just fine.
Gradually, Garner and Miller have become more comfortable sharing their relationship publicly. They are now seen more often, whether holding hands, sharing a kiss, or going for a morning jog. “Jen’s not as shy as she used to be with John because they’re more secure with each other,” a source said. “She’s proud to show him off.”
In November 2023, an insider told Us Weekly that Garner and Miller are “in a great place.” The source added, “They used to keep a low profile, but now they’re very secure with their relationship and how it’s evolved.”
For her 50th birthday, the couple reached a significant milestone by bringing their children and families together for a food drive. However, they’re not rushing to blend their families completely.
Friends say marriage is on the table but there’s no hurry. Garner is “perfectly happy enjoying what they have without a formal label.” Miller is content to “go with the flow,” following Garner’s lead.
“Jen and John have a special relationship,” another insider noted. “After having her previous marriage so public, she enjoys being with someone who isn’t a celebrity.”
It’s wonderful to see Jennifer Garner finding love again. We look forward to seeing their relationship continue to blossom.
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