The actor, who shares children Violet, 18, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12, with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner, is likely to feel a mix of emotions as his special day coincides with Violet preparing to leave the family home.
The recent high school graduate is about to embark on her college journey, and as she heads to New Haven, Connecticut, to start at Yale University, she will soon be saying her farewells to her family.
The news of Violet’s college choice was made public shortly after her graduation when her high school posted a photo of her on Instagram, dressed in a navy pullover with “Yale” written in white, surrounded by classmates in sweaters from their chosen colleges. Jennifer seemed to confirm the news with a comment of three heart emojis.
Before Violet’s 18th birthday in November, Jennifer opened up about her emotions regarding this major milestone and Violet’s future during an appearance on Live with Kelly and Mark. When congratulated on Violet’s upcoming birthday, Jennifer remarked, “I’m about to have an adult. I’m three days from my eldest turning 18. Can you believe that?”
When asked about the college tour process, Jennifer shared, “Yes, she’s in the middle of all of that. It is exciting. I can see the stress, but stress and excitement go hand in hand.”
Regarding Violet’s handling of her future plans, Jennifer said, “She’s handling it like a champ. She’s in control, and I’m not having to ask her if she’s doing this or that.”
Jennifer, visibly emotional at Violet’s graduation, shared several tearful photos from the day with the caption: “Tell me you have a graduate without telling me you have a graduate. (Bless our hearts).”
