TV Host Exposes Ben Affleck's Shocking On-Air Behavior – See Why He's Being Called 'Rude'!

In the world of celebrity interviews, we often see a polished veneer of charm and engagement. However, according to seasoned journalist Sarah Ferguson, not all stars shine brightly during these interactions. The host of the current affairs show 7:30 has recently shared her less-than-stellar experience with Hollywood actor Ben Affleck, calling him one of the worst interviewees she's encountered in her illustrious career on Australian television.

The Sydney Morning Herald’s Sunday Life magazine was the platform where Ferguson candidly discussed her encounter with the actor. She described Affleck's demeanour as standoffish, noting that he seemed disinterested and merely going through the motions. 'He was just rude,' she said, painting a picture of an A-lister who appeared to wish he were anywhere but in that interview chair.


The interview in question took place last year when Affleck was on the promotional trail for his film 'Air,' which tells the origin story of the iconic Air Jordan sneakers. However, the promotion seemed anything but smooth, with Affleck giving off a downcast vibe, his attention frequently drifting off-camera, and his responses meandering to the point of incoherence. The interaction was so lacklustre that only a handful of the questions posed by Ferguson were deemed suitable for broadcast.


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TV host Sarah Ferguson called Ben Affleck 'rude' during an interview on the show 7:30. Credit: YouTube


But Affleck's troubles don't seem to be confined to awkward interviews. His personal life has also been under scrutiny, with his marriage to superstar Jennifer Lopez showing signs of strain. The couple, who have been married for two years, have been dogged by split rumours as they've been living on opposite coasts – Lopez soaking up the summer in the Hamptons and Affleck spotted around Los Angeles.


The rumour mill went into overdrive when Affleck was conspicuously absent from Lopez's opulent Bridgerton-themed 55th birthday bash on July 24. An insider told Fox News Digital, 'Ben didn’t come to celebrate Jennifer’s birthday because they are done. Totally done. They are not getting back together.' On the day of Lopez's celebration, Affleck reportedly closed on a new $20.5 million home in Los Angeles while Lopez was finalizing the sale of her New York City condo.

Communication between the two seems to have broken down, with the source indicating that any interactions regarding their children are done directly, bypassing each other. The couple's time apart has been notable, with public sightings becoming increasingly rare, except for significant events like school graduations for Affleck's children, whom he shares with ex-wife Jennifer Garner. Lopez has twins, Max and Emme, with her former husband Marc Anthony.

This revelation about Affleck's professional and personal conduct has certainly raised eyebrows. It's a reminder that the pressures of fame can sometimes reveal a side of celebrities that the public isn't used to seeing. For readers over 60 who have seen the ebbs and flows of many a star's career, this might not come as a surprise. After all, the golden age of Hollywood was not without its own tales of diva behaviour and personal turmoil.


Key Takeaways
  • TV host Sarah Ferguson labelled Ben Affleck as 'rude' during an interview for the Australian current affairs show 7:30.
  • Affleck's stand-offish attitude in the interview left Ferguson feeling he’d rather be anywhere else, with only a few of her questions airing.
  • The actor has been at the centre of split rumours with Jennifer Lopez, as they have been living on opposite sides of the country and he missed her 55th birthday party.
  • Affleck and Lopez are said to be done with their marriage, not communicating directly, and have made significant real estate moves separately.

We invite you to share your thoughts on this matter. Have you ever been disappointed by the behaviour of someone you admired? How do you feel about celebrities airing their personal issues in public? Let's discuss the complexities of fame and how it impacts both the stars and their fans in the comments below.
 

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I like Ben Affleck as an actor. I don't know about him being rude, but to me, he looks depressed, just because he's an A-Lister doesn't mean he's immune to mental health issues.
He doesn't like being in the spotlight ... very private man ... his soon to be ex wife was the one who likes all the adoration!
 
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He was on a promotional tour for his movie so was obliged to.
Hasn't Joe Average ever had to 'fake it' to get through a work day? Surely the rich and famous are surrounded by people looking after their health, be it mental or physical. A bloke with his assets can Surely afford to reschedule/ take a personal or mental health day. The public doesn't have to know why. Simply for 'health reasons' or 'personal reasons' is reason enough. Saying he's on contract can't dictate his health needs.
 
Their divorce was finalised Jan 2025.

They are nolonger together.

The former dynamic duo is struggling to sell their $68 million Beverly Hills estate. With a challenging economy in the U.S., a large property like the one Lopez and Affleck own is for a very specific buyer. Now, Us Weekly is reporting that the exes aren’t seeing eye-to-eye over what they should do next — cut the price or wait for the right person to come along.


“Jennifer thinks they can get more money for the home, so she wants to keep the price as is,” an insider told the media outlet. “But the real estate market is not there and it’s not selling.”

Im thinking the interviewer wasn't that great
 
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I like Ben Affleck as an actor. I don't know about him being rude, but to me, he looks depressed, just because he's an A-Lister doesn't mean he's immune to mental health issues.
Agree - he is going thru a marriage breakup - she on the other hand seems fine whenever she is going thru breakups and moves on!
 
i certainly am unable to be bright and bubbly every day. he is like me, had a hard time finding the right person, poor chap. good looking one thoug.
 
I remember the dramas they went through. Not only alcohol, but, also gambling issues. High roller stuff.
We all have to deal with the highs and lows in our life. If he can't deal with what is going on, he can get his full time assistant to screen for him and make apologies. No good doing anything of a public nature when one is screaming in agony on the inside.
I have been there. I have been forced to live behind a mask of normalcy to the point of near breakdown.
I would not judge without having the facts. Just leave him to his misery and walk away.
to be truthful, everyone has a mask.
 
I like Ben Affleck as an actor. I don't know about him being rude, but to me, he looks depressed, just because he's an A-Lister doesn't mean he's immune to mental health issues.
Nah, never liked him much. He always seemed like a jumped-up, never come down, poonce to me. These days they call that being "entitled!"
 
Well for starters, as far as Sarah Ferguson is concerned, she is a real Leftist compare.
That's the only reason why & how she is employed by the "Way Out Of Concept", ABC.

From what I have observed by her, & her attitude, no one else would employ her.
For the posting to describer her as having an "Illustrious" career is a complete "Misnomer".
It's certainly what I describe as a very "Unillustrious" career.

Just another very good reason why I don't watch the ABC.
As I mentioned in another previous post, the ABC needs the "Cleaner" put right through them, starting with the general manager needing replacing.
The whole mob is just a bunch of sheer hypocritical dill bills.

What's worse is, that we, the tax payers are paying all their wages.
What a god damned joke.
All of the ABC are far lefties mate. Particularly Ferguson. I can't stand her.
 
Their divorce was finalised Jan 2025.

They are nolonger together.

The former dynamic duo is struggling to sell their $68 million Beverly Hills estate. With a challenging economy in the U.S., a large property like the one Lopez and Affleck own is for a very specific buyer. Now, Us Weekly is reporting that the exes aren’t seeing eye-to-eye over what they should do next — cut the price or wait for the right person to come along.


“Jennifer thinks they can get more money for the home, so she wants to keep the price as is,” an insider told the media outlet. “But the real estate market is not there and it’s not selling.”

Im thinking the interviewer wasn't that great
68 Mil? Peanuts. :);););)
 

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