Ben Affleck is reportedly distressed by rumors of a romantic connection with Kick Kennedy, the daughter of U.S. politician Robert Kennedy. Sources close to the “Gone Girl” actor told TMZ that the speculation has been weighing on him, especially as he prepares for potentially messy divorce proceedings from estranged wife Jennifer Lopez.
The rumors began circulating after Affleck and Kennedy were seen together shortly after Lopez filed for divorce. The media attention is said to be “annoying” Affleck as he navigates this challenging period.
Kick Kennedy, however, has clarified that she is “definitely not dating Ben.” A source previously mentioned to People magazine that while the two had been spending time together, there was uncertainty about the nature of their relationship. The same source revealed that Kennedy has long had a “celeb crush” on Affleck.
Affleck’s representatives have dismissed the rumors, with his publicist Jennifer Allen stating, “There is no truth to any of it.” Despite this, the rumors persist.
Meanwhile, Affleck is bracing for a complicated divorce settlement with Lopez, as they did not sign a prenuptial agreement before their marriage. The pair’s mediator indicated to People that the process is expected to be contentious.
