Ben Affleck News & Updates: Actor Reveals He Has Completed Alcohol Addiction

Ben Affleck has revealed that he recently completed rehabilitation treatment for an alcohol addiction. The star had previously sought treatment back in 2001 for alcohol abuse.

The actor disclosed this in a statement that was posted on his official Facebook account. He stressed that it had been something he had "dealt with in the past" and will "continue to confront." "I want to live life to the fullest and be the best father I can be," Ben Affleck wrote.

Ben Affleck went on to thank his wife Jennifer Garner, as well as other family members for supporting him throughout his ordeal. He wrote, "I'm lucky to have the love of my family and friends, including my co-parent, Jen, who has supported me and cared for our kids as I've done the work I set out to do."

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, both 44 years old, announced their split almost two years ago. However, the pair remained close since then, often spotted on family vacations and even spent the holiday season in Montana They still lived together and continued to co-parent their three children - daughters Violet, 11, and Seraphina Rose Elizabeth, eight, and son Samuel, 5.

A source recently revealed that the couple had put divorce plans on hold. "She really wants to work things out with Ben," a source close to People said. The source also said that reconciliation has always been a possibility and that Garner was more than willing to give things with Ben Affleck another go.

Besides the treatment, Ben Affleck also stepped down from directorial duties for the upcoming "Batman" film, Warner Bros. announced back in January. The actor cited that the role as director "demands focus, passion and the very best performance I can give," and could not do both jobs "to the level they require," according to CNN. Matt Reeves will take his place, but he will still star and co-produce the film.