Ben Affleck found himself in a sticky situation due to the scorching heat wave that has taken over the nation. While cruising with his son Samuel in his 1969 Cadillac DeVille in Brentwood, CA, the car suddenly started smoking. The soaring temperatures, which hovered around 90 degrees, had caused the classic car to overheat.
Realizing the problem, Ben pulled over and decided to inspect the engine. He popped the hood and stepped out in search of a gas station to buy coolant. As he surveyed the engine, a passerby noticed his predicament and offered assistance. It seems that even celebrities can rely on the kindness of strangers.
Meanwhile, someone couldn’t resist the opportunity to capture a moment with the famous actor. They approached Ben and asked for a selfie, to which he obliged. It’s not every day that you get to help a Hollywood star with car trouble, after all.
This incident isn’t the first time Ben has experienced car issues with his son. Last year, Samuel jumped into the driver’s seat of a Lamborghini while car browsing with his dad in Beverly Hills. Unfortunately, things took a turn for the worse when Samuel accidentally put the car in reverse and ended up backing into a BMW. It seems that car adventures with his son have a knack for turning into unexpected mishaps.
But Ben’s car troubles don’t end there. There was also an incident where he failed to navigate a Starbucks sign at the drive-thru while his then-girlfriend, Jennifer Lopez, sat beside him. These episodes highlight that even celebrities can have their fair share of embarrassing moments behind the wheel.
Speaking of Jennifer Lopez, she had her own set of issues on the same day as Ben’s car trouble. J Lo found herself locked out of a gym, and the frustration was evident as she shouted expletives at the paparazzi. It goes to show that even glamorous celebrities encounter everyday annoyances.
In the midst of these incidents, it’s clear that Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are just like any other regular individuals. Despite their fame and success, they still face the same everyday challenges and mishaps that we all do. Sometimes, it’s easy to forget that celebrities are human too, but moments like these serve as a reminder that they experience similar ups and downs as the rest of us.
So the next time you find yourself in a car overheating or struggling with a stubborn Starbucks sign, take solace in the fact that even A-list celebrities like Ben Affleck can encounter such everyday hurdles. Life’s curveballs can affect anyone, regardless of their celebrity status. Just remember to keep a sense of humor and embrace the unexpected, just as these stars do.