Sony Pixel Power calrec Sony

#Sadfleck': Twitter drags Ben Affleck for Grammys face' [watch]

07/02/2023

#Sadfleck': Twitter drags Ben Affleck for Grammys face' [watch]Ben wants to go home, Jen': Actor Ben Affleck turned into Sadfleck' after trending on Twitter for his sad' face at the Grammy Awards.

by Mariette van Niekerk

07-02-2023 12:56

in Entertainment

Sadfleck' is back! Tweeps are having a field day with actor Ben Affleck's sad appearance next to his wife, Jennifer Lopez, at the Grammy Awards on Sunday evening. Image: @Pura_Vida1111 | Twitter

Everyone's favourite celebrity couple, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck aka Bennifer , is making headlines again. But, this time it's not for being hopelessly in love.

--

It seems Sadfleck is back as Tweeps slams the Affleck for his bored and sad face at the Grammy Awards.

ALSO READ: Grammy Awards: Trevor Noah and Prince Harry's frost-bitten penis'

SADFLECK' AT THE 2023 GRAMMY AWARDS While it appeared that songstress and Shotgun Wedding star Jennifer Lopez was having a blast, her actor hubby, Ben Affleck, was noticeably not as thrilled. The couple attended the 65th Annual Grammy Awards held at the Crypto.com Arena, in Los Angeles on Sunday 5 February.

--

The cameras filming the event focused on the couple throughout the night and Tweeps were quick to pounce on the actor's bored and sometimes even sad, expressions.

Twitter is loving Ben Affleck's Grammys sad face'. Image: @IAmNoeAngel | Twitter.

A source exclusively told In Touch Weekly that the actor looked anxious and bored because he was purely there as Lopez's date.

Ben was on his best behaviour as Jen's date. It that's the only reason he was there, the insider revealed. But it was obvious that he didn't feel comfortable because all eyes were on him.

Ben Affleck is every husband dragged to a work thing by his wife #Grammys2023 pic.twitter.com/dIyoRN0AcJ

Bianca Teixeira (@TheBiancaT) February 6, 2023

Affleck and his somber face quickly set Twitter on fire and started trending.

--

And it seems not even the music could put a smile on his face.

During the epic Back to Motown medley, Lopez can be seen enjoying herself and dancing along while the Argo actor stood stone-faced next to her.

Ben Affleck is every introvert everywhere. You can see his batteries draining in real time. Man is already at 23% #GRAMMYs #SaveBen pic.twitter.com/Yv5zmzbPhr

Dr. Kinda Decent Human (@amsi81) February 6, 2023

Ben Affleck wants to go home Jen. Everyone in this video looks like they are vibing to a different song pic.twitter.com/a3KlNyVskD

Sakshi Narula (@mssakshinarula) February 6, 2023

Although it was the Oscar winner's first time at the Grammy Awards, rubbing shoulders with the music industry's best didn't seem to his thing.

In Touch Weekly reports that he did not appear to be talking to anyone else at his table. He merely sat next to his wife who presented an award at the ceremony.

however bad of a day you're having, I promise you're not as miserable as Ben Affleck at the Grammys right now pic.twitter.com/OQxA54H9P1

Spencer Althouse (@SpencerAlthouse) February 6, 2023

During one of his skits, South African-born host Trevor Noah sat down next to the couple at their table to supposedly talk to his mother. When she realise the camera is on them, Lopez can be seen giving Affleck a nudge, whereafter the actor slaps a smile on his face.

Tweeps cracked up, one user even setting the video to the Simon and Garfunkel hit The Sound of Silence.

Someone please check on Ben Affleck #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/W8A5hVb6LJ

Chicks in the Office (@ChicksInTheOff) February 6, 2023

It's not the first time the actor has been roasted for his sad face.

In 2016, while promoting Batman Versus Superman: Dawn of Justice, fans first picked up on his disinterested facial expression during a promotional interview. The Simon and Garfunkel song was used in the social media meme at the time.

2016 Has not been kind to Ben Affleck #Sadfleck pic.twitter.com/hDscax02JX

This Cinematographer hates fascists (@Kendall_cinema) October 14, 2016

AFFLECK LETS WIFE TAKE THE SHINE Although the couple didn't walk the red carpet, Lopez presented the first award of the evening.

With her work done early, it seems the singer and actress wanted to stay and enjoy the evening. Hubby Affleck obliged.

Affleck seems to rather stay out of the limelight and let his wife take all the shine. During the premiere of her recent movie, Shotgun Wedding, Affleck stayed in the wings and later joined her inside, In Touch Weekly reports.

Ben and Jen tied the knot in July 2022, 19 years after they originally planned to marry.

ALSO READ: Slay! All the best-dressed stars at Grammy Awards [photos]

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ARTICLES BY MARIETTE VAN NIEKERK

Are you interested in online trading? Join XM Global LIVE interactive trading sessions here!
LINK: https://www.thesouthafrican.com/culture/entertainment/sadfleck-twitter...
See more stories from thesouthafrican

Africa Stories

26/03/2026

IMPORTANT FEEDBACK: PESP 6

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), has been tasked with administering the Sixth Presi...

24/03/2026

NFVF CALL FOR PROPOSALS: FEMALE FILMMAKER PROJECT FACILITATING COMPANY 2026

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) invites eligible Tier 1 and 2 South African production companies to submit proposals to serve as the Facilitating ...

15/03/2026

19TH ANNUAL SOUTH AFRICAN FILM AND TELEVISION AWARDS (SAFTAs) CELEBRATED THE BEST OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN FILM AND TELEVISION INDUSTRY

Johannesburg, 14 March 2026 - On 13 and 14 March 2026, the 19th Annual South Afr...

12/03/2026

19TH ANNUAL SOUTH AFRICAN FILM AND TELEVISION AWARDS (SAFTAs19) ANNOUNCES THE HOSTS FOR CRAFT AND MAIN SHOW

Johannesburg, 11 March 2026 - The 19th Annual South African Film and Television ...

03/03/2026

Sediba Scriptwriting Training Programme - Matatiele (Eastern Cape)

Click here for isiXhosa version. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) invites aspiring and emerging filmmakers from Matatiele and surrounding areas to...

17/02/2026

The 19th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs19) Nominees Announced

Johannesburg, 17 February 2026 - The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), ...

09/02/2026

SAFTAs19 OPEN CALL FOR IN-MEMORIAM SEGMENT

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture and custodian of the SAFTAs, is calling on all South Afri...

09/02/2026

CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POSTGRADUATE STUDIES - 2026

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

09/02/2026

NFVF CALL FOR SUBMISSION FOR TRAINING PROVIDER GRANT - 2026

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for training provider submissions is open. This funding aims to award grants ...

06/02/2026

CALL FOR NOMINATION OF INDIVIDUALS TO SERVE AS ADVISORY PANEL MEMBERS FOR PRODUCTION & DEVELOPMENT

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

04/02/2026

NFVF ANNECY 2026 SOUTH AFRICAN ANIMATION SHOWCASE CALL

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) invites final-year animation students to participate in an exclusive creative showcase at the Annecy International...

02/02/2026

CALL TO PARTICIPATE AT THE SERIES MANIA FORUM 2026

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), in partnership with the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS), is calling for applications from experienced Sou...

29/01/2026

Extension of Invitation to Submit Proposals for Micro-Budget Film Projects 2026 Deadline to 2 February 2026

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), in collaboration with a distribut...

28/01/2026

Sediba Scriptwriting Training Programme - Oudtshoorn Municipality (Second Call)

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), in partnership with the Oudtshoorn Municipality, invites aspiring and emerging filmmakers to apply for the Sediba...

20/01/2026

19th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) open the call for Discretionary Award Nominations

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

07/01/2026

Invitation to Submit Proposals for Micro-Budget Film Projects 2026

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), in collaboration with a distributor, is commissioning new micro-budget fiction feature films and invites eligible...

31/10/2025

Tribute: Remembering Segomotso Keorapetse (28 May 1968 22 October 2025)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 30 October 2025 It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Segomotso Keorapetse, an award- winning South African television d...

02/10/2025

THE CALL FOR THE SIXTH PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAMME (PESP 6) FOCUSED ON THE AUDIO-VISUAL INDUSTRY IS OPEN

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce the opening...

30/09/2025

Press Release: South Africa Announces The Heart Is A Muscle as the Official Selection for the 98th Annual Academy Awards

Johannesburg, South Africa, 29 September 2025: The National Film and Video Found...

26/09/2025

Call for entries for the 19th Annual South African Film & Television Awards (SAFTAs19) has been extended

The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of the Department of Sport, Ar...

26/09/2025

Invitation for people with disabilities to submit proposals for short films under the theme: Fully Inclusive

https://www.nfvf.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/fully-Inclusive-nfvf-invitatio...

29/08/2025

Call for entries is now open for the 19th Annual South African Film & Television Awards (SAFTAs19)

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

27/08/2025

Call for the 19th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs19) Jury

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

25/08/2025

NFVF Announces New Date and Theme for SAFTAs19

Theme: One Story. One Industry. One Future. - Celebrating South Africa's Screen Legacy, Together Johannesburg - The National Film and Video Foundation (N...

15/07/2025

Invitation for South African filmmakers to submit films for the 98th Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) International Feature Film category

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

28/06/2025

Press Release: NFVF Marks Youth Month by Empowering Future Creatives Through Film & TV Bursaries

Johannesburg, 27 June 2025 - As the nation commemorates Youth Month 2025, the N...

13/06/2025

Press Release: NFVF Opens Call for Public Film Screenings on GBV Awareness as South Africa Confronts Ongoing Femicide Crisis

Johannesburg, 12 June 2025 - The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an a...

11/06/2025

Press Release:NFVF Reaffirms Commitment to Transparent Funding and Fair Access Amid Industry Commentary By Ms Weaam Williams

Johannesburg, South Africa - 10 June 2025 - The National Film and Video Foundati...

10/06/2025

Press Release: NFVF Reaffirms Commitment to Transparent Funding and Fair Access Amid Industry Commentary By Ms Weaam Williams

Johannesburg, South Africa - 10 June 2025 - The National Film and Video Foundati...

06/06/2025

CALL FOR CO-DEVELOPMENT AND WORK-IN-PROGRESS PROJECTS OF FEATURE AND DOCUMENTARY ON THE AFRICAN DIASPORA SO PAULO (BRAZIL) SOUTH AFRICA

S o Paulo Film and Audiovisual Company (Spcine) and the National Film and Video ...

05/06/2025

Press Release: NFVF Celebrates Xoliswa Sithole's Selection for the 2025 Documentary Slate

Johannesburg, South Africa 4 June 2025 - The National Film and Video Foundatio...

29/05/2025

PRESS RELEASE: Remembering a South African Icon - Presley Chweneyagae (1984-2025)

Rest in Power, a True Legend of Our Screens Johannesburg, South Africa 27 May...

29/05/2025

Statement on the NFVF CEO's resignation

Johannesburg, South Africa 28 May 2025 - The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. Vincent Blennies, has resigned from...

22/05/2025

Call for Public Screening Proposals in Raising Awareness on Gender-Based Violence through Film

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

13/05/2025

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Applications for the Marketing and Distribution Cycle 1 Funding is Open

The NFVF, an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture that was create...

10/05/2025

The National Film and Video Foundation Members of the Appeal Review Committee Call is Open

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

09/05/2025

The National Film and Video Foundation Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel Call.

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sp...

09/04/2025

Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place from 1 June 2025 to 31 July 2025

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the ca...

08/04/2025

Press Release: The National Film and Video Foundation Announces its New Chief Executive Officer

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Vincent Blennies as Chief Exec...

04/04/2025

ANNECY 2025 STUDENT MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) invites final-year animation students to submit character designs inspired by lead characters from any South Afric...

14/03/2025

Call for NFVF Funding Applications To Attend Film Festivals and Markets Taking Place From 14 April 2025 To 31 May 2025.

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the ca...

01/03/2025

agua bacteriostatica comprar en lnea 18

Antis pticos Orales: Revisi n De La Literatura Y Perspectiva Actual Influenza son contradictorios, dadas las elevadas tasas de curaci n espont nea. De ser neces...

28/02/2025

The Future of Green Energy

The Future of Green Energy: Challenges and Prospects Green energy, also known as renewable energy, has emerged as a critical solution to global energy challenge...