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Ben Affleck Shines at The Accountant 2 Premiere Amid Personal Revelations

[Image: Ben Affleck, 52, cut a handsome figure in a navy suit at the Los Angeles premiere, showcasing his newly dyed dark hair and beard.]

Ben Affleck, 52, turned heads at the The Accountant 2 premiere in Los Angeles on Wednesday, sporting a sleek navy suit and a freshly dyed darker hairstyle. The actor, who finalized his divorce from Jennifer Lopez earlier this year, appeared confident as he promoted the sequel, which follows his character Christian Wolff—a forensic accountant with autism—eight years after the original film.

New Look, New Confidence
Affleck’s salt-and-pepper beard and hair were replaced with a uniform dark hue, sparking speculation about a midlife makeover. At the event, he humorously addressed his character’s social struggles, drawing parallels to his own dating life. “Christian doesn’t know how to flirt, and honestly, neither do I,” he told Page Six. “It’s not easy for anyone to navigate relationships, especially when you’re worried about embarrassing yourself.”

[Image: Jon Bernthal, 48, dapper in a black suit, shared laughs with Affleck on the red carpet as they reprised their roles as onscreen brothers.]

Star-Studded Premiere
Affleck was joined by co-star Jon Bernthal, who plays his brother Brax in the film. Bernthal opted for a casual-chic black suit and white T-shirt, while J.K. Simmons (70) returned as a sharp-dressed treasury agent. The sequel, directed by Gavin O’Connor, sees Christian Wolff unraveling a murder mystery while reconnecting with his estranged brother.

Larsa Pippen’s Red Carpet Debut
[Image: Larsa Pippen, 50, turned heads in a sheer black dress alongside boyfriend Jeff Coby, 31, marking their first public appearance together.]
Real Housewives of Miami star Larsa Pippen, 50, made waves with her new boyfriend, former basketball player Jeff Coby, 31. The couple, reportedly dating since January, posed in coordinating black outfits, with Pippen flaunting a daring sheer skirt. Her appearance followed a highly publicized split from Marcus Jordan earlier this year.

Behind-the-Scenes Buzz
Affleck, who co-produced the film with Matt Damon and Lynette Howell Taylor, also playfully admitted to a longtime crush on Angelina Jolie. A source revealed, “Ben admires her career and thinks she’s ‘smart’ and ‘hot.’” Meanwhile, co-star Daniella Pineda, 38, held a cheeky sign urging filmmakers to “Shoot Movies in California” amid industry cost disputes.

[Image: Heidi Montag, 38, and Spencer Pratt, 41, shared a kiss on the red carpet, with Montag showcasing a midriff-baring suit.]

Fashion Highlights
The Hills alum Heidi Montag, 38, stole attention in a shirtless black suit, accompanied by husband Spencer Pratt. Cynthia Addai-Robinson, 40, dazzled in a white fringe gown, while Simmons and director O’Connor posed alongside the cast.

Release Details
The Accountant 2, hitting theaters April 25, 2025, reunites much of the original 2016 cast, including Simmons and Bernthal. With Affleck’s character navigating both action and emotional depth, the film promises to blend suspense with heartfelt family dynamics.

[Image: The cast and crew, including director Gavin O’Connor, gathered for a group photo at the premiere.]

As Affleck steps into the spotlight post-divorce, his candid revelations and polished premiere appearance signal a new chapter—both on and off the screen.