Ben Affleck recently opened up about the passing of his parents, Timothy and Chris Anne Affleck, during an interview with Kerry Washington on her podcast. He revealed that both parents died earlier this year, with his mother passing on June 2 at the age of 83 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, and his father, Timothy, confirmed dead at 76 by Ben’s brother, Casey.
Affleck shared how their deaths prompted him to reflect deeper on his childhood and appreciate the sacrifices his mother made throughout her life, especially regarding her dedication as a teacher for 35 years. He emphasized how reading letters from his mother provided a glimpse into her life before motherhood, revealing her ambitions and passions away from being a parent.
He expressed a newfound admiration for Chris Anne, acknowledging that he had taken for granted the extent of her commitment to raising him and his brother. Affleck noted that she made them the center of her world, a sentiment he hopes his own children feel.
The Affleck brothers grew up in Cambridge, Massachusetts, raised by their parents who divorced in 1984 when they were young. Ben is now a father to three children from his marriage to Jennifer Garner, while Casey has two children with his ex-wife, Summer Phoenix.
