Garner’s Post-Divorce Pivot: From Money Fears to a Farm-Brand IPO Win

Jennifer Garner disclosed on Emma Grede’s Aspire podcast that after splitting from Ben Affleck she panicked about supporting herself and her kids because she had stepped back from her career. She focused on staying close to her children and later cofounded Once Upon a Farm; Forbes notes the company went public in a $724 million IPO, making Garner the largest shareholder with about a 7% stake (~$55 million). As chief brand officer, she has helped grow sales to around $288 million annually. She says she has no regrets about prioritizing family, continues to work in Los Angeles, and has been dating John Miller since 2018.