Living life as a big celebrity, constantly recognized and held to high standards, can’t be easy. One mistake or a bit of bad press can seriously damage a celebrity’s image. Even the most likable actors, entertainers, athletes, and singers sometimes face criticism. Basically, it’s tough to always keep a perfect reputation, as there are always people ready to criticize, even when you’ve done nothing wrong.
Now, I think we can all agree that Jennifer Garner is one of those few celebrities who has built a highly respected reputation for herself.
The 51-year-old gained fame through starring in movies like Daredevil, 13 Going on 30, Elektra, and Pearl Harbor. However, she’s not just a talented actress; she’s also known for being kind and caring.
Beyond her success on screen, Garner is a mother of three. She shares daughters Violet and Seraphina Affleck, as well as a son, Samuel Affleck, with her ex-husband Ben Affleck. Despite her girl-next-door image, Garner revealed a side of herself in an interview earlier this year, discussing her struggles with her public image.
Garner expressed, “The issue with the perception of ‘Oh, she’s so nice’ is that when I set boundaries, people tend to exaggerate it. The challenge arises when I’m recognized on a day when I’m not feeling particularly pleasant or when I have inner struggles.”
She continued, “There are days when I just can’t handle it. I might scowl at people before they even approach me. I’m not flawless, and while I don’t consider myself rude, I struggle with being fake. I’m an open book.”
Nevertheless, if you ask the majority of fans, they would likely describe Garner as exceptionally friendly and approachable. Over the years, the star of “The Last Thing He Told Me” has consistently demonstrated her down-to-earth nature, despite her worldwide fame and an estimated net worth approaching $80 million.
That’s why it’s quite surprising that some people chose to criticize Garner over the weekend when she was seen jogging in her residential neighborhood of Brentwood, LA. According to reports, the 51-year-old was entirely makeup-free, with her hair pulled back into a simple bun.
In the past, Garner has shown her support for normalizing the female body image and shifting away from a culture that excessively emphasizes looking “perfect” all the time. Despite this, some individuals online were quick to seize the opportunity to criticize her.
On Facebook, one person commented, “She looks like a platypus, always has.” Another chimed in, saying, “Another single mother! She looks like a 60-year-old grandma!” A third wrote, “Old plastic granny.” A fourth individual stated, “Morphing into a man?”