• Jennifer Lopez celebrated Thanksgiving alone, sharing a photo of herself with a turkey on Instagram.
• Ben Affleck spent the holiday volunteering with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner at a non-profit organization.
• Affleck and Garner's charitable act reflects the power of celebrity influence in supporting charitable causes.
• Lopez's Instagram post resonated with fans, highlighting the role of social media in connecting celebrities with their fans.

Jennifer Lopez, the acclaimed actress-singer, recently took to Instagram to express her gratitude towards her fans on Thanksgiving. The 55-year-old star, who recently parted ways with Hollywood actor Ben Affleck, shared a snapshot of herself posing with a large turkey in her kitchen. The photo, which showed her smiling while looking off camera, was reported by 'People' magazine.

In the photo, Lopez was seen donning a floral embroidered sweater, statement earrings, and her hair styled in a high ponytail. She captioned the photo, I hope everybody had a beautiful and Happy Thanksgiving. I am so incredibly grateful for all of you." This year marked her first Thanksgiving since she filed for divorce from Ben Affleck in August after two years of marriage. The documents listed their separation date as April 26, 2024.

Affleck's Thanksgiving with Ex-Wife Jennifer Garner

On the other hand, Affleck spent Thanksgiving with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner. The pair were seen volunteering and serving meals to the homeless community in Los Angeles at The Midnight Mission annual Thanksgiving Street Fair. Every Thanksgiving, the non-profit organization hosts a celebration for thousands of individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Skid Row. The event includes a holiday meal and live entertainment.

Affleck and Garner, who separated in 2015 after a decade of marriage before finalizing their divorce three years later, appeared to be in good spirits as they posed with the non-profit organization's CEO, David Prentice, for a photo shared on Instagram. The couple, who share kids Violet Anne, 18, Seraphina Rose, 15, and Samuel, 12, together, donned matching Midnight Mission aprons in the picture.

A source told 'People' of Affleck and Garner's outing, "They truly enjoy giving back to their community and cherishing quality time together as a family". This sentiment echoes the spirit of Thanksgiving, a time for giving thanks and giving back to the community.

Celebrity Influence in Charitable Causes

In the past, many celebrities have used their platform to raise awareness and contribute to charitable causes. For instance, in 2020, Ben Affleck expressed his support for The Midnight Mission, an organization he learned about through a parent at one of his children's schools. He has supported their efforts for years, demonstrating the power of celebrity influence in promoting and supporting charitable causes.

In the midst of these Thanksgiving celebrations and charitable acts, Lopez's post on Instagram stood out. Her message of gratitude and the image of her posing with a large turkey resonated with her fans, garnering significant attention on social media. This is not the first time a celebrity has used social media to connect with fans on a personal level. Social media platforms have become a popular medium for celebrities to share their personal lives and express their thoughts and feelings with their fans.