Mysterious new advertisements popping up all over Los Angeles might be hinting at a possible collaboration between Ben Affleck and supplemental insurance company Aflac.
Bright blue Aflac advertisements have been spotted at multiple locations with the actor’s name graffitied next to or over their own branding with black spray paint.
The repeated sighting in various locations comes amid a mournful period for Ben Affleck after he suffered the loss of his mother, Chris Anne Affleck.
TMZ reports that fans spotted the strange ads at several locations around Los Angeles, including Jefferson and Centinela, Robertson and 3rd, La Cienega and Jefferson, Sunset and Argyle, and Melrose and Mansfield.
These locations are especially busy and attract a lot of attention, making the advertisements difficult to miss.
The alleged campaign in certain locations stretches across entire walls and features the Aflac branding underneath large black lettering spelling out Affleck’s name.
The design spread across the city has fueled speculations that the ad could be a part of a clever, coordinated marketing stunt.
However, there is currently no official confirmation that Affleck has made any business dealings with the insurance company, and the signs themselves do not necessarily indicate a partnership
The Actor Has Long Had A Funny Connection To The Brand
The speculations are particularly interesting because of Affleck’s humorous association with Aflac.
The actor has previously spoken about the similarity between his surname and the name of the insurance company.
As detailed in a 2022 Wrap report, Affleck joked about the similarities and recounted stories that arose from the funny connection. When asked whether he owns the company, he replied, “This is my cross to bear.”
He explained the “cross” in detail, saying, “Imagine having a very unusual, kind of slightly unappealing sounding name. Now imagine that, somehow, there’s a huge insurance company that also has that name.”
“Now imagine that insurance company has a bottomless budget to buy television commercials. And now imagine that their creative choice is to hire a duck to shriek your last name in as loud and obnoxious a way as humanly possible for the duration of a television commercial,” Affleck added.
He also recalled an incident where a fellow passenger on an airplane recognized him and repeatedly made an impression of Gilbert Gottfried, the comedian who famously voiced the Aflac Duck.
Aflac would add to the joke, saying that they’ve been repeatedly pitched a “Ben Affleck idea” and stated that “Maybe someday we’ll see the two together.”
Ben Affleck Has Had A Busy Business Year
The mysterious signs come as Affleck has reportedly maintained a good presence in high-profile entertainment and business deals.
Earlier this year, the “Good Will Hunting” star reunited with his longtime friend Matt Damon for Netflix’s crime thriller “The Rip”.
The film was produced through Artists Equity, the production company founded by the pair in 2022
Reports revealed that the company negotiated a first-of-its-kind deal with Netflix to provide all the cast and crew with a bonus if the film performs well. The film became a hit on streaming when it opened earlier this year.
Netflix Recently Purchased His AI Startup
In March 2026, Netflix acquired Affleck’s AI startup InterPositive for approximately $587 million in cash, per Variety.
The company, which reportedly develops AI tools meant for filmmakers, saw its entire team of engineers, researchers, and creatives move over to the streaming giant, with Affleck serving as a senior advisor at Netflix.
The deal further highlights Affleck’s increasing presence in tech alongside his already well-established career in Hollywood.
Amid the business milestones, Affleck also suffered the loss of his mother, Chris Anne, following a six-month battle with cancer.
The 83-year-old died peacefully in her sleep on June 2, days after fulfilling her final wish to watch her grandson graduate high school.
A Possible Reunion Between Ben Affleck And His Ex-Wife Jennifer Lopez
Speaking of collaborations, Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were both recently spotted at the same location, sparking speculations of a possible reunion between the former couple.
Wealth Of Geeks reports that the pair were photographed at a West Hollywood office building earlier this month.
Although there was no concrete evidence they even interacted, the incident was notable because Affleck’s car was reportedly parked nearby when the “Jenny From The Block” singer arrived, suggesting he most likely saw her.
A similar encounter in 2024 preceding a reunion for a movie has only added credence to the idea that a possible reconnection is on the horizon, but like the Aflac ads, nothing is confirmed.
