Jen Affleck’s husband Zac addresses 'unacceptable' behaviour in new statement after she files for divorce
Zac Affleck has released a fresh statement following his divorce from Jen, to coincide with the release of the SLOMW spin-off, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County.
Jen, 27, filed for divorce from her husband of seven years on 3 November, after fans watched their relationship play out on the Hulu reality TV show, which follows a group of Utah-based TikTok mom influencers known as ‘MomTok’.
The former couple share three children - daughters Nora, five, and Penelope, 16 months, and their son Luca, three - and announced in June that they’re expecting a fourth.
And now, Jen is back in the spotlight as she’s starring in the new spin-off, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County, which premiered on Thursday (12 November).
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On the same day, Zac released a fresh statement, outlining that he’s ‘seen the conversations online’ surrounding his ‘family, marriage, and past actions that have unfolded onscreen’.
Taking to his Instagram Stories, he wrote: “I understand why certain moments have been difficult for people to watch; they're difficult for me too.
“As I reflect on this time in my life, I fully acknowledge that my words and actions were unacceptable, and they hurt those I care about the most.”
Zac admitted: “I have taken full responsibility for my behavior, and I deeply regret how my actions negatively affected Jen throughout our relationship.
“There is no excuse for the moments where I failed to show her the kindness, respect, and compassion she deserves.”
He clarified that although he appeared in all five seasons of the original show, he didn’t film for the Orange County spin-off, and has not seen any episodes.
Zac continued: “The show was filmed during an especially difficult time for Jen and I, and I will watch for the first time when you all do.
“However, no matter how certain events may be portrayed and edited onscreen, one fact remains the same: Jen is the mother of my children and someone I've loved and shared a life with for years.
“Especially as Jen prepares to welcome our fourth child, the last thing I want to do is unintentionally cause her any stress.
“We have had these conversations privately, and I've acknowledged my mistakes directly to her, apologizing and continuously striving to be the best co-parent for our children.”
He concluded: “Given the nature of Jen’s career, our relationship dynamics have played out in front of an audience, but we have many private conversations daily.
“Jen and I are constantly working to be on great terms, and we share a deep sense of respect and appreciation for one another.
“My children may see this online someday, and all I want them to know is that their parents love them more than anything, and I am committed to showing up as the best version of myself for our family unit.”
It comes after Jen admitted that she’s ‘not doing the best right now’ in a new interview with E! News, following the divorce.
She told the outlet: “I'm not doing the best right now. I'm just taking one day at a time, and really just focusing on my kids. And obviously, the timing sucks, especially with me being pregnant.”
Jen affirmed: “Ultimately, it was the best decision for us.”
Topics: Reality TV, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Entertainment, Celebrity, Sex and Relationships, Parenting
Madison Burgess
