Written by: George Satsidis (@georgesats), L.A. Correspondent Harper’s Bazaar Greece
Recently, just the day before yesterday, Ben Affleck was spotted spending time with Kick Kennedy, the 36-year-old daughter of Robert F. Kennedy Jr, following his divorce from Jennifer Lopez.
The couple is said to have been seen together at various locations, including the Polo Lounge where they went for lunch at the Beverly Hills hotel. According to Page Six, while the details of their relationship remain unclear (it is likely a romance), this connection has sparked curiosity about Kick Kennedy and her ties to the Kennedy family.
Kathleen Alexandra “Kick” Kennedy, born on April 13, 1988, is more than just another member of the prominent Kennedy family. She was named after her aunt Kick, who tragically passed away in a plane crash in 1948.
Although the Kennedy family has its famous roots in American politics, Kick has chosen a different path, pursuing a career in acting instead of following her family’s political footsteps.
Who is Kick Kennedy
Growing up in the Kennedy family provided Kick with a unique and extraordinary childhood. Her father, Robert Kennedy Jr, is known for his advocacy for the environment and Kick has often been associated with environmental causes.
In a 2012 interview with Town & Country, Kick shared a peculiar childhood memory where her father took her to retrieve the head of a dead whale from a beach. They strapped the whale’s head to the roof of their minivan and drove home. This unusual event was just another day in the life of a Kennedy.
While politics is an important aspect of the Kennedy family, Kick has chosen to stay away from it, focusing on her acting career and personal interests. Despite her famous surname, she has worked hard to carve out her own identity, often sharing snippets of her life on social media.
Her Instagram is filled with photos of animals, reflecting her love for them, and she frequently posts about her involvement in sports such as tennis, skiing, and horseback riding.
Kick Kennedy’s personal life has also garnered attention over the years. In 2018, she made headlines when her boyfriend, billionaire banking heir Matthew Mellon, died unexpectedly.
Mellon’s death reportedly left Kick devastated, as the couple had been dating for about four months. Her manager, Christine Schott, noted that Kick was shattered by the sudden loss. Since then, Kick has kept her personal relationships relatively private.
Recently, rumors have circulated regarding a potential relationship between Kick and Ben Affleck, who is currently in the process of divorcing Jennifer Lopez. The two were spotted together, leading to speculation about their relationship. However, Kick has not commented on these rumors, and Affleck’s representatives did not respond to related inquiries. Notably, the news broke just a day after Lopez filed for divorce!
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