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Jennifer Garner took to Instagram to share a powerful health update video to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Jennifer Garnier often shares lighthearted videos with her fans on social media – from cooking to dancing.
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But over the weekend, the 13 Going on 30 star took to Instagram to share images to highlight a significant health issue.
The mother-of-three posted a short video of herself urging fans to remember to go and book their mammograms.
VIDEO: Jennifer Garner talks about the importance of having a mammogram
The video was shared to mark the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and she wrote alongside, “Make an appointment! Don’t let fear or procrastination come between you and your mammogram – because even lopsided melons are worth loving! Breast Cancer Awareness Month.”
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Although the actress is very active on social media, she rarely talks about her personal life and does not share photos of her children online.
She is a doting mom of three children – Violet, Seraphina and Samuel – who she shares with ex-husband Ben Affleck.
Jennifer Garner with her children
The star’s children have had a busy few months, having played big roles in their father’s marriage to Jennifer Lopezas well as joining them on their honeymoon in Paris.
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Jennifer, meanwhile, is reportedly engaged to her boyfriend, John Miller. The 50-year-old stepped out near her Los Angeles home in September wearing an off-duty outfit of a black pleated skirt and beige cardigan – but it was her jewelry that stole the show, the sparkler magical being an eternity band given to her by his pressure.
Jennifer has been dating businessman John since 2018 after her divorce from Ben was finalized. They briefly separated in October 2020 before rekindling their romance earlier in 2021.
The actress is notoriously private when it comes to her family
The actress and father-of-two John has never publicly commented on their relationship, but her former Alias co-star Victor Garber – who married Jen and Ben in 2005 – has shared his thoughts on their relationship.
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“I have [met him]. I think he’s adorable,” Victor told Us Weekly in 2019. “They’re awesome! The wonderful thing is that they take their time and just enjoy each other’s company.
“Her priority is her children. That’s all. She’s focused on that. She’s amazing…She’s happy.”
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