Ben Affleck has advised his daughter Violet to be “realistic” about her activism following a divisive speech she gave on mask mandates. Violet, 18, recently spoke before the Los Angeles County governing body, advocating for an end to mask bans in medical facilities and government buildings. She shared her personal experience with a post-viral condition from 2019, urging stronger protections and greater availability of high-quality tests and treatments.
The response to her speech was mixed, with some applauding her courage and others criticizing her stance. Violet has been struggling with the backlash and feeling isolated in her efforts. An insider reported that Ben Affleck had a candid conversation with her, emphasizing the need for realistic expectations and acknowledging that her parents’ celebrity status wouldn’t necessarily influence the outcome of her advocacy.
Ben’s advice came from a place of concern that Violet might be disheartened by the lack of immediate support and potential ridicule. He reportedly wanted her to understand the challenges she faces and not rely solely on her family’s influence. Despite this, Ben and Jennifer Garner continue to support Violet’s passion and activism.
Violet, who graduated from high school recently, is reportedly reconsidering her approach due to the negative feedback and perceived ineffectiveness of her speech. She remains proud of her efforts but is taking a step back to assess her future activism.
Ben and Jennifer had previously set guidelines for Violet’s speech, including thorough research and waiting until she was 18 to ensure her advocacy was well-considered and informed.
