Is Alex Rodriguez Dating Ben Affleck's Ex Lindsay Shookus? Here’s the Truth

Alex Rodriguez was recently spotted hanging out with Ben Affleck's ex-girlfriend, Lindsay Shookus. The timing couldn't have been more interesting, and luckily E! News has all the details.

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New couple alert?! Not so fast…

For the past two months, Alex Rodriguez has been living the single life after he and Jennifer Lopez officially called off their engagement in April.

However, many wondered if the retired MLB player had moved on after he was spotted hanging out with Ben Affleck‘s ex-girlfriend, Lindsay Shookus, at her birthday party on Saturday, June 19, per Page Six.

The outlet reported the 45-year-old athlete sat right beside the Saturday Night Live producer during an intimate backyard celebration in the Hamptons.

Given the timing of their get-together, it most certainly piqued people’s interest. After all, Ben recently rekindled his romance with A-Rod’s ex, J.Lo, who he dated and got engaged to in the early aughts.

But Alex’s rep confirms to E! News that there’s nothing romantic going on between the sports broadcaster and 41-year-old producer. Put simply, “They have been friends for 15 years.”

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A source close to Lindsay echoes similar sentiments, telling E! News, “The two have been friends for years and Lindsay is still on good terms with Ben Affleck.”

Another insider reiterated, “They are longtime friends.”

At this time, both Alex and Linsday have yet to publicly comment on their recent hang out.

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While A-Rod has mostly kept quiet about his breakup with the Hustlers actress, he did share on Instagram Stories that he was focused on starting his next chapter.

“I am about to step into a new beginning in my life,” he captioned his post in May. “Anything that doesn’t serve me is clearing out of my life. New energy is emerging. New levels are unlocking for me mentally, physically, and spiritually.”

He concluded, “I am remaining patient and know that this new phase of my life is coming.”

Although it’s unknown if the former New York Yankees player is ready to date again, it’s clear that his ex-fiancée isn’t single and ready to mingle anymore. Earlier this month, a source close to Jennifer told E! News that she and Ben “are inseparable and it’s going really well.”

The insider added, she “has never been happier and knows it was meant to be.”

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What’s more? The source noted just how much her twins, Max and Emme, 13, have warmed up to the Justice League actor. As the insider described, “Her kids really like Ben and think he’s funny and fun to be around. He’s totally won the family over with his charm.”

Since dating Lindsay on-and-off between 2017 to 2019, Ben also moved on. He most recently dated actress Ana de Armas, but the two decided to go their separate ways in January.

Fast forward to now and Bennifer 2.0 is back!

7 Things Gian Franco Rodriguez Can't Live Without

The Halston star dishes on his must-haves and self-care rituals.

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You may know Gian Franco Rodriquez from his most recent role portraying Roy Halston’s longtime lover Victor Hugo in the hit Netflix miniseries Halston. And like any busy actor, he has a handful of things that he can’t live without whether he’s on set, traveling or at home. But unlike his character in Halston, his must-haves are quite relatable.

From grooming products to portable speakers and sweet treats, the actor has his priorities straight! However, he counts his family and job as the keys to his happiness.

“There are two things that make me feel the happiest. Being with my family and being on set working on a good project,” the Venezuelan actor explained. “I’ve always been very close to my family. And having to move away from my country and family has made me appreciate every moment we get to spend together even more. Whenever we are together, it’s my favorite time of the year. And when I’m on set, I feel very fulfilled. I forget there’s another world out there and get to live this other reality that we create. It’s very magical, and I love to full-on dive into it.”

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And how does Gian Franco relax after a long day on set, you might ask?

“What relaxes me the most is taking a long, long bath. I’ll turn the lights off, light up a couple candles, get a drink and a piece of cake or chocolate, and play the ‘Relax & Unwind’ playlist from Spotify.”

So, have your cake and eat it, too, and check out the rest of Gian Franco Rodriquez’s must-haves below!

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Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Shaping Hair Styling Cream

“I tried a lot of hair products until I found this one. It is hands down my favorite one. It’s healthy. And it’s great for shaping while still getting a natural look.”

$19

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You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero

“I used to have extra copies of this book in my car and give them away to strangers when they asked me what I was reading. This book changed my perspective and the way I approached life in many ways. Everybody should read this book at least once.”

$9

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Ultimate Ears BOOM 2 Portable Waterproof & Shockproof Bluetooth Speaker

“Being Latino, I grew up dancing salsa, merengue, bachata. Music has always been very present in my life. I carry a speaker with me wherever I travel. I’ve found these to be the best and most practical ones.”

$140

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Faux Leather Biker Jacket

“I’m a simple guy when it comes to clothing. Give me shoes and jackets and we can make the rest work. A faux leather jacket is very my style. I think they go well with almost everything.”

$60

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Pirucream Chocolate and Hazelnut Wafer

“I have a bad (not really) habit. I have to have a piece of chocolate on my nightstand as soon as I wake up. Pirucream is my favorite Venezuelan sweet. I get chocolate and a bit of that taste from home at the same time.”

$10

Amazon

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9300 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush

“I care a lot about teeth. When my dentist recommended this to me I was a bit reluctant. But they truly are more effective when it comes to a deeper cleaning. Night and day.”

$230

$170

Amazon

Faux Suede Chelsea Boots

“Faux suede or faux leather. Black, brown, or tan. I love these. These are the shoes I wear the most. They work equally for casual or elegant occasions.”

$50

ASOS

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Alex Rodriguez Honors ExWife Cynthia Scurtis Amid Jennifer Lopez's Rekindled Romance With Ben Affleck

Alex Rodriguez called his ex-wife Cynthia Scurtis a "world class mommy" in a new Instagram post as his former fiancée Jennifer Lopez spends time with her own ex, Ben Affleck.

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Alex Rodriguez is celebrating a very special ex—just not his most recent one, Jennifer Lopez. 

The MLB star, who split from J.Lo in April, took to his Instagram Story on June 12 to share pics of himself hanging out, and working out, with Cynthia Scurtis, who he was married to from 2002 to 2008. The couple share their daughters Natasha, 16, and Ella, 13.

One pic features Cynthia helping Alex out with a knee issue. He captioned the photo, “Cynthia is a world class mommy to our girls…wrapping ice though?!?!?! LOL.”

The pair reunited for Rodrigo Garduño‘s popular Miami-based fitness program 54D. Alex is a longtime fan of the high-intensity group fitness regimen, as are stars like Adriana Lima. 

It wasn’t just Alex and Cynthia getting their sweat on, however. According to an Instagram post from Alex, he was celebrating the end of a nine-week fitness journey, which included 22 classmates. Cynthia’s husband, Miami-based realtor Angel Nicolas, also joined the exes in completing the intense regimen, as did Alex’s sister Susy, who he said “lost 20 lbs. and looks and feels better than ever.”

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While Alex was spending time with his ex, so was Jennifer. Just weeks after announcing that she and A-Rod were over, the “On the Floor” singer reunited with her former fiancé Ben Affleck, who she first split from back in 2004. 

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The Hustlers star, who was based in Miami when she and Alex were together, is now looking to make the West Coast her new home, a source told E! News, in order to be closer to Ben. 

“She will be between L.A. and the Hamptons this summer, but L.A. will be her base,” the source shared. “She is looking at schools for her kids in the fall.”

 

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As for how Alex feels about all this? An insider told E! News, “A-Rod is shocked that J.Lo has moved on. He truly thought they would be able to make it work and reconnect. He has been reaching out to J.Lo trying to meet with her and she has been very short with him.”

Now, it seems that the retired baseball player is staying busy by reconnecting with friends and getting his fitness on.