Ben Affleck made quite the impression on the red carpet this week as he suited up for the premiere of The Accountant 2 in Los Angeles.
And yes, fans couldn’t help but notice — his look was as sharp as ever.
Sporting a sleek navy suit and freshly darkened hair and beard, the 52-year-old actor brought a refined, confident vibe to the event.
While the new film is generating buzz, so is Ben’s updated appearance — with many pointing out that his signature salt-and-pepper beard seems to have taken a break for now.
Picking Up Where It Left Off: The Accountant Returns
The new film continues the story of Christian Wolff, Ben’s character — a brilliant but socially reserved forensic accountant with autism.
This time, Christian and his brother Brax, played again by Jon Bernthal, are thrown into another high-stakes case, helping to unravel the mystery behind a treasury agent’s murder.
It’s been eight years since the original film hit screens in 2016, and this sequel dives deeper into the dynamic between the two brothers while giving fans more of that tense action and complex character development they loved the first time around.
Ben Gets Candid About His Real-Life Struggles with Flirting
In a refreshingly honest moment during recent press interviews, Ben opened up about something unexpected — his difficulty with flirting.
While promoting the film, he admitted that, just like Christian, he’s never quite felt smooth when it comes to romance.
“I relate to this guy,” Ben shared, “he wants a relationship but doesn’t really know how to go about it.
He’s not comfortable putting himself out there.” Then he casually dropped the bombshell: “I think that’s true for a lot of us — including me.”
Despite his famously romantic history — with names like Jennifer Garner, Gwyneth Paltrow, Ana de Armas, and of course, Jennifer Lopez — Ben said he still finds navigating relationships tricky, especially early on when you’re trying to read signals and avoid embarrassing yourself.
Life After J-Lo and That Surprising Crush
Ben’s appearance also comes just a few months after finalizing his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, closing the chapter on their high-profile relationship.
But he’s not staying too quiet — sources say he recently confessed to having a long-standing admiration for Angelina Jolie.
“Ben’s always thought Angelina was incredibly smart and beautiful,” a friend reportedly told Daily Mail.
“He’s impressed by how she’s built her career and directed films — something he’s also passionate about.”
A dinner date between those two wouldn’t be short on conversation, that’s for sure.
Star-Studded Night on the Red Carpet
Ben wasn’t the only familiar face lighting up the premiere. His co-star Jon Bernthal looked effortlessly cool in a black suit and crisp white t-shirt.
Also drawing attention was reality TV star Larsa Pippen, 50, who stepped out with her new boyfriend, former pro basketball player Jeff Coby, 31.
It marked their red carpet debut as a couple after reports of their romance started surfacing in January.
Larsa turned heads in a dramatic black dress with a sheer skirt, bringing her signature glam.
This comes a year after her split from Marcus Jordan, the son of NBA legend Michael Jordan.
A-Listers Bring the Energy for Affleck’s Big Night
J.K. Simmons, 70, also hit the carpet in a sharp black suit, while The Hills alumni Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt made a surprise appearance.
Heidi flashed her midriff in a bold black suit with no shirt underneath, and the couple shared a sweet smooch for the cameras.
The premiere buzzed with excitement as Hollywood stars gathered to celebrate the sequel’s long-awaited debut.
Behind the Scenes of The Accountant 2
The Accountant 2 is set to officially release on April 25, 2025, with a stellar cast that includes Danielle Pineda, Grant Harvey, and Cynthia Addai-Robinson joining the returning leads.
Gavin O’Connor, who directed the first film, is back in the director’s chair, and writer Bill Dubuque once again pens the script.
Ben also stepped into a producer role for the project, teaming up with his longtime friend Matt Damon, as well as Lynette Howell Taylor and Mark Williams.
The film promises a fresh storyline while keeping the gritty tone that made the original a hit.
What’s Next for Ben?
With The Accountant 2 ready to hit theaters, fans are eager to see where Ben goes next — both in film and, it seems, in love.
From on-screen complexity to real-life vulnerability, Affleck is clearly entering a new chapter.
Whether he’s line dancing on-screen or navigating the dating world off-screen, he’s showing us that even Hollywood’s biggest names are just trying to figure it all out.