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Jennifer Garner Then & Now: Photos of the Actress & Mom of 3 Over the Years

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April 17, 2026 12:50PM EDT
Jennifer Garner Then & Now: Photos of the Actress Over the Years
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Jennifer Garner is one of Hollywood’s most beloved actresses. See some of her best pics.

Jennifer Garner is an A-list movie star with starring roles in classics like 13 Going on 30, Daredevil, Juno and Dallas Buyers Club. However, she first rose to fame on the small screen, earning a Golden Globe and a SAG Award, along with four Emmy nominations, for her leading role in the hit series Alias, which aired from 2001 to 2006.

In recent years, Jennifer has continued to stay active in Hollywood, starring in projects like the Netflix film Family Switch and Apple TV+’s The Last Thing He Told Me.

In her personal life, Jennifer married actor Scott Foley, whom she met on Felicity, in 1998 before they split in 2003. She later married her Daredevil co-star Ben Affleck in 2005. The former couple shares three children: Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel. Though they separated in 2015 and finalized their divorce in 2018, they have remained on good terms while co-parenting.

Outside the entertainment industry, Jennifer is a philanthropist and businesswoman! She is on the Board of Trustees for Save The Children and co-founded the cold-pressed baby food brand Once Upon A Farm.

Check out photos of the fabulous Jennifer Garner here.

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Jennifer Garner at the 67th Golden Globes

Jennifer Garner at the 67th Golden Globes
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Here, the star is seen dazzling during the 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards on Jan. 17, 2010. Her asymmetrical, grey, beaded Versace dress was a dream.

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner at the Los Angeles Premiere Of STARZ’s ‘Party Down’ Season 3

Jennifer Garner at the Los Angeles Premiere Of STARZ’s ‘Party Down’ Season 3
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Jennifer Garner poses at the premiere of STARZ’s ‘Party Down’ season 3. It was held at the Regency Bruin Theatre on February 22, 2023 in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA.

February 23, 2023, 9:09AM
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Jennifer Garner in a white outfit

Jennifer Garner in a white outfit
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Jennifer Garner arrives at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles’ (BBBSLA) ‘The Big Night Out’ Gala 2022. It was held at NeueHouse Hollywood on November 10, 2022 in Hollywood, CA.

November 11, 2022, 7:36PM
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Jennifer Garner Goes Makeup Free

Jennifer Garner Goes Makeup Free
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Jennifer opted for an all natural look while she grabbed coffee on Nov. 7, 2022. The stunning actress wore a blue sweatshirt, sweatpants, and black running shoes. Jennifer was also spotted holding a cup of coffee and a white box.

November 7, 2022, 5:50PM
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Jennifer Garner on a jog

Jennifer Garner on a jog
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Jennifer Garner looked fit & happy when she went for a jog in California while going makeup-free, wearing a gray baseball cap, a cropped tank top & high-waisted camouflage jogger/leggings. All natural beauty!

July 22, 2022, 8:49AM
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Jennifer Garner and son Samuel celebrate the 4th of July

Jennifer Garner and son Samuel celebrate the 4th of July
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Jennifer Garner and her son Samuel Affleck go for a ride at the 2022 Pacific Palisades Fourth of July Parade. They wore matching shirts that said ‘Let Freedom Ring.’

July 5, 2022, 12:46PM
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Jennifer Garner looks very serious as she takes a call

Jennifer Garner looks very serious as she takes a call
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Jennifer Garner looks very serious as she takes a call while taking a break from filming ‘The Last Thing he told me’. It was in May 2022.

May 12, 2022, 5:12PM
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Jennifer Garner At The 2022 Oscars

Jennifer Garner At The 2022 Oscars
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Jennifer Garner oozed elegance in scarlet Brandon Maxwell at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on Mar. 27, 2022. Silky red peep-toe Sophia Webster heels completed the look with diamonds.

March 29, 2022, 11:04AM
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Jennifer Garner At ‘GMA’

Jennifer Garner At ‘GMA’
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Jennifer Garner is all smiles while arriving at ‘Good Morning America’ in New York City on Mar. 1, 2022. Her purple tweed suit was fabulous and she gave the look a wild touch with a leopard-lined coat. Inside the studio, she discussed her film ‘The Adam Project’ with co-star Mark Ruffalo.

March 8, 2022, 5:05PM
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Jennifer Garner At The Premiere Of ‘The Adam Project’

Jennifer Garner At The Premiere Of ‘The Adam Project’
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Jennifer Garner is so chic in Alexandre Vaulthier at the premiere of ‘The Adam Project’ on Feb. 28, 2022. She showed off her toned arms in the sleeveless gown, which had a high notched collar with white trim.

March 8, 2022, 5:05PM
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Jennifer Garner On A Walk In 2022

Jennifer Garner On A Walk In 2022
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Jennifer Garner went for a morning stroll in January 2022. The actress rocked joggers and tank, while walking through Pacific Palisades.

January 24, 2022, 10:01AM
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Jennifer Garner Runs Errands

Jennifer Garner Runs Errands
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Jennifer Garner running errands and organizing the construction of her new home with her team in Los Angeles. She wore a light pink button-down top and jeans.

July 31, 2021, 12:06PM
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Jennifer Garner In Blue Floral

Jennifer Garner In Blue Floral
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Jennifer Garner keeps herself busy and runs a few errands around town wearing a blue floral dress to match her blue sneakers and tote. She also wore sunglasses.

June 22, 2021, 8:33PM
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Jennifer Garner & Her Parents

Jennifer Garner & Her Parents
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Jennifer Garner is seen with father William John Garner and mother Patricia Ann Garner in Los Angeles, California as she shows them a new home. She sweetly let her mom put her hand around her arm.

May 26, 2021, 9:53AM
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Jennifer Garner Tours Her New Home

Jennifer Garner Tours Her New Home
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Jennifer Garner shows her parents a new home being built. They appeared to be visiting her.

May 26, 2021, 9:53AM
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Jennifer Garner At Brentwood Country Mart

Jennifer Garner At Brentwood Country Mart
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Jennifer Garner leaves Brentwood Country Mart while running errands with her son Sam. She wore a face mask during the outing.

May 12, 2021, 9:53AM
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Jennifer Garner Carries A Book

Jennifer Garner Carries A Book
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Jennifer Garner leaves Brentwood Country Mart while running errands with her son Sam. She was carrying a book.

May 12, 2021, 9:53AM
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Jennifer Garner Gets Coffee

Jennifer Garner Gets Coffee
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Jennifer Garner rocks her ‘uniform’ of jeans and a sweater for a coffee run in Los Angeles on April 24, 2019. Asides from workout clothes, the actress joked how she rarely wears anything but this type of outfit in her ‘Most Beautiful Woman’ of 2019 profile for ‘People’ magazine. 

April 24, 2019, 7:29PM
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Jennifer Garner Visits Ellen

Jennifer Garner Visits Ellen
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Jennifer Garner sits down with Ellen DeGeneres on ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ on April 24. She talks being named ‘PEOPLE’s ‘Most Beautiful Woman.’

April 24, 2019, 8:16AM
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Jennifer Garner Gets Starbucks

Jennifer Garner Gets Starbucks
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Jennifer Garner goes on a Starbucks run with her ex-husband, Ben Affleck. She wears a red floral dress for the outing in Los Angeles on April 21, 2019. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner & Sam Walk Birdie

Jennifer Garner & Sam Walk Birdie
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Jennifer Garner takes her dog for a walk in the park with her son Samuel in Jan. 2019. The duo is seen walking their Golden Retriever at Pacific Palisades Playground before leaving to get Samuel’s hair cut. 

January 20, 2019, 9:16AM
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Jennifer Garner Gives Sam A Piggyback Ride

Jennifer Garner Gives Sam A Piggyback Ride
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Jennifer Garner giggles while giving son Samuel a piggyback ride after a trip to the barber shop. Their dog Birdie was also along for the errand.

January 20, 2019, 9:16AM
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Jennifer Garner Gets A Smoothie

Jennifer Garner Gets A Smoothie
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Rise and shine! Actress and busy mom Jennifer Garner starts her morning early in the Big Apple with a coffee while heading to the gym for a workout. The smiling star was joined by her her manager Nicole Solaka during the outing. 

September 5, 2018, 3:53PM
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Jennifer Garner Takes The Kids To School

Jennifer Garner Takes The Kids To School
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Jennifer Garner goes on a stroll with her daughter Seraphina Affleck and son Samuel Affleck on April 16, 2019. The actress keeps it casual in a bright blue sweater and dark blue jeans. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner In 2018

Jennifer Garner In 2018
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Jennifer Garner looks effortlessly chic in shades and a brown turtleneck tank top for an outing in Los Angeles on April 8, 2019. The top is the perfect complement to her vibrant brunette hair. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner & Ben Affleck In 2019

Jennifer Garner & Ben Affleck In 2019
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Still friends. Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck have a laugh as they go on a walk in Los Angeles on Feb. 27, 2019. The former couple bundles up in warm, dark layers. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner At The Art Of Elysium Gala

Jennifer Garner At The Art Of Elysium Gala
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Jennifer Garner looks lovely at The Art of Elysium’s 12th Annual Black Tie Event ‘Heaven’ in Los Angeles on Jan. 5, 2019. Her black gown, cinched at the waist by a sparkly blue ribbon, is designed by Gucci. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner’s Baby Bump

Jennifer Garner’s Baby Bump
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Jennifer Garner dresses up her baby bump in a comfy black sweater in Brentwood, California on Oct. 6, 2011. She’s on her way to Lemonade Cafe.

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner & Young Violet

Jennifer Garner & Young Violet
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Jennifer Garner holds hands with her daughter Violet in Brentwood, Los Angeles on Sept. 30, 2011. Jen is still pregnant with Samuel, her third child with Ben Affleck, at the time. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner & Ben Affleck In 2011

Jennifer Garner & Ben Affleck In 2011
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Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck visit schools for their daughter Violet in Los Angeles on April 12, 2011. The couple coordinates in laidback but smart outfits. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner At The Premiere Of ‘The Kingdom’

Jennifer Garner At The Premiere Of ‘The Kingdom’
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Jennifer Garner flashes a brilliant smile at the film premiere for ‘The Kingdom’ in London, Britain on Oct. 4, 2007. She graces the event in a plunging navy gown with black sequins. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner In ’13 Going On 30′

Jennifer Garner In ’13 Going On 30′
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Jennifer Garner portrays ‘big time magazine editor’ Jenna Rink in her iconic film, ’13 Going on 30.’ In the movie, Jennifer portrays a 13-year-old teen who makes a wish and becomes a 30-year-old working woman. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner At The Premiere Of ’13 Going On 30′

Jennifer Garner At The Premiere Of ’13 Going On 30′
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Jennifer Garner makes her red carpet entrance in a flowy white gown for ’13 Going on 30′ in Westwood, CA on April 14, 2004. The movie is still a classic for ladies young and old.

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM
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Jennifer Garner & Ben AffleckIin ‘Daredevil’

Jennifer Garner & Ben AffleckIin ‘Daredevil’
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Jennifer Garner shows off her fighting moves in her 2003 film, ‘Daredevil.’ She starred in the superhero movie as Elektra alongside Ben Affleck, who she would go on to marry in 2005 and split with in 2015. 

April 23, 2019, 10:51PM